EDP Renewables Unveils 200 MW Scarlet I Solar Energy Park with Battery Storage in California

EDP Renewables North America LLC (EDPR NA) has unveiled its Scarlet I Solar Energy Park (Scarlet I) in Fresno County, California today during a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by dozens of dignitaries and industry partners. The 200 megawatt (MW) project, which also includes a 40 MW battery energy storage system (BESS), will generate enough energy to power the equivalent of 68,000 average California homes annually.

Scarlet I has secured two power purchase agreements (PPAs) previously announced: one with Ava Community Energy (formerly East Bay Community Energy) for 100 MW of solar and 30 MW of BESS, and another with San José Clean Energy (SJCE) for 100 MW of solar and 10 MW of BESS. This new solar + storage facility expands EDPR NA’s existing 248 MW operational footprint in California.

The Solar Energy Park has supported the creation of over 230 construction jobs and five permanent positions for ongoing operations and maintenance. Scarlet I will invest millions of dollars in small businesses and the local economy over the coming decades.

“We’re excited for the commencement of Scarlet I as it plays a key role in Ava achieving our goal of providing 100% carbon-free electricity to all customers by 2030,” added Howard Chang, CEO of Ava Community Energy. “Working with EDPR NA ensured that our investment in renewables – and making it easy for our customers to transition to clean and reliable energy while saving on monthly energy bills – is happening.”

“This project will help us keep our commitment to providing clean energy for residents and businesses at competitive rates, while also offering community programs, local control, and more transparency and accessibility,” noted Lori Mitchell, Director, San José Clean Energy. “In sourcing and building clean and affordable renewables, we’re committed to advancing a more reliable and sustainable power grid for California.”