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ENGIE (ENGIY) reports developments in low-carbon energy, renewable generation, storage, and energy services. Recurring updates cover ENGIE North America projects that pair wind, solar, and battery storage assets with commercial power supply, data-center demand, and power purchase agreements. Company announcements also include renewable energy certificates from projects such as the Priddy Wind Project and portfolio partnerships involving solar and storage assets in U.S. power markets.
Other ENGIE updates focus on corporate decarbonization services through ENGIE Impact, long-term carbon removal supply, and international low-carbon project development. The coverage centers on customer agreements, project development, asset operations, and partnerships tied to the energy transition.
ENGIE Energy Marketing NA, Inc. has partnered with BKV Corporation to create a framework for a new product in the U.S. carbon credits market, focusing on carbon sequestration. This initiative aims to establish verified carbon credits by using advanced emission monitoring technologies. Project Canary will provide data analysis to ensure transparency and accountability. The partnership is positioned as a pioneering effort in developing a differentiated offering for buyers in the energy sector, with BKV's facility in Texas set to be one of the first permanent commercial sequestration projects.
ENGIE North America has acquired a portfolio of 6 GW of solar and battery storage projects from Belltown Power U.S. The transaction includes 33 projects, with approximately 2.7 GW of solar and 3.3 GW of battery storage, enhancing ENGIE's existing renewable capacity in North America, which stood at 3.9 GW as of June 30, 2022. This acquisition is expected to accelerate the company's role in the energy transition and improve grid reliability across various regions, including ERCOT and PJM.
ENGIE North America has expanded its microgrid offerings with a new installation at Santa Barbara Unified School District in California. This project, featuring 4.2 megawatts of solar energy and 3.8 megawatt hours of battery storage, aims to provide reliable backup power, offsetting 90% of energy use. Expected savings of nearly $8 million over the project's lifetime highlight its financial viability, bolstered by potential funding from the Inflation Reduction Act. With California facing numerous power outages, this initiative stands as a model for energy resilience in schools.
The Chula Vista Elementary School District has completed a solar project in partnership with ENGIE North America, featuring 8.1 megawatts of solar energy across 48 sites. The $32 million initiative, funded through a G.O. Bond, is anticipated to save over $70 million in net electricity costs over 25 years. The installation also includes a microgrid system for backup power during peak times, further enhancing energy efficiency. Deputy Superintendent Oscar Esquivel emphasized the project's environmental and financial benefits, aiming to cover 90% of the District's energy needs.
ENGIE Energy Marketing NA and MI Texas LLC have signed a unique facility agreement aimed at wholesale supply procurement in ERCOT. This deal focuses on innovative retail solutions, particularly for non-residential loads like datacenters. Mothership will utilize this facility to enhance renewable energy adoption and provide tailored offerings, including for distributed energy resources like solar and EVs. ENGIE's leadership emphasized the importance of such partnerships in transforming the energy landscape towards a carbon-neutral economy.
On January 12, 2022, Branch Energy announced a strategic agreement with ENGIE Energy Marketing, securing a $40M non-dilutive wholesale power supply facility. This partnership will facilitate Branch Energy's access to U.S. wholesale energy markets and enhance its working capital, leveraging ENGIE's renewable energy platform. Branch Energy, which utilizes AI to help consumers save on energy bills, aims to expand its market presence, particularly in Texas and across North America. ENGIE's commitment to carbon reduction aligns with Branch's focus on providing 100% carbon-free power.
ENGIE's Mayflower Wind has secured a 400 MW Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) from Massachusetts, bringing its total announced capacity to approximately 1,200 MW. This development is part of ENGIE's strategy to expand its renewable capacity from 31 GW in 2020 to 50 GW by 2025. With this new PPA, ENGIE's offshore wind projects under construction or secured now reach 4 GW, with an additional 0.5 GW already operational. Future operations are expected to begin in the mid-2020s, pending further investment decisions.
ENGIE has announced a new organizational structure aimed at enhancing operational performance and focusing on its core businesses. Effective July 1, 2021, the structure introduces four Global Business Units (GBUs): Renewables, Energy Solutions, Networks, and Thermal & Supply, enhancing accountability for financial performance. EQUANS, now an autonomous entity within ENGIE, aims to be a leader in multi-technical services with over €12 billion in annual revenue. This move is part of ENGIE's strategic roadmap to strengthen its position in the energy transition and streamline operations.