First Citizens Bank Serves as Lead Arranger on $133 Million for Massachusetts Battery Energy Storage Project
First Citizens Bank announced that it served as the coordinating lead arranger for $133 million in financing for the Cranberry Point Energy Storage project in Carver, Massachusetts.
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First Citizens Bank announced that it served as the coordinating lead arranger for $133 million in financing for the Cranberry Point Energy Storage project in Carver, Massachusetts. The project, developed by Plus Power, is a 150 MW / 300 MWh battery energy storage facility slated for completion by Q2 2025. This marks the first major utility-scale standalone battery storage in New England. The facility aims to bolster grid stability and integrate clean power. First Citizens Bank's Energy Finance division brings extensive industry knowledge to the project, showcasing its capacity to handle diverse investments in the energy sector.
Positive
- Secured $133 million financing for the Cranberry Point Energy Storage project.
- 150 MW / 300 MWh capacity, marking the first major standalone battery storage in New England.
- Target completion by Q2 2025, enhancing future grid stability and clean energy integration.
- Highlights First Citizens Bank's industry expertise in energy financing.
- Expands Plus Power's reputation in the battery storage sector.
Negative
- No immediate financial benefits for shareholders until project completion in 2025.
- Potential risks related to construction delays and budget overruns.
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Cranberry Point is a 150 MW / 300 MWh battery energy storage project developed by Plus Power with a targeted completion in the second quarter of 2025. Located on roughly 6 acres of land in
"Our Cranberry Point project is another breakthrough for battery energy storage, which continues to prove its value in improving power reliability and integrating more clean electricity nationwide," said Josh Goldstein, chief financial officer at Plus Power. "We highly value the industry knowledge and expertise of the First Citizens team in arranging this financing."
"The Cranberry Point Energy Storage facility is poised to improve grid stability and reliability while also ensuring the efficient use of clean power in the region," said Mike Lorusso, who leads First Citizens Bank's Energy Finance business. "We were pleased to serve as coordinating lead arranger for this important battery storage project on behalf of Plus Power, which continues to build its reputation as a leader in the battery storage sector."
First Citizens Energy Finance leverages its deep industry knowledge and expertise to offer comprehensive financing solutions for renewable and conventional power generation. The unit manages a large, diverse portfolio that includes investments in all asset classes across the energy sector.
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