EDP Renewables Completes 92 MW Sandrini Energy Storage Project in…

Event summary

EDP Renewables North America (EDPR NA) and Redwood Coast Energy Authority (RCEA) completed the 92 MW / 368 MWh Sandrini Energy Storage project in Kern County, California.
The project is co-located with the 300 MW Sandrini Solar site and holds a 100% energy storage service agreement with RCEA.
Sandrini Energy Storage can power the equivalent of more than 22,000 California homes and will generate over $5 million in revenue for local public services.
The project supported approximately 250 jobs during construction and will generate more than $25 million in local tax revenue.

The big picture

The completion of the Sandrini Energy Storage project underscores the growing importance of energy storage in stabilizing renewable energy supply. As California pushes towards its clean energy targets, projects like Sandrini are critical for ensuring grid reliability and supporting economic growth. EDPR NA's expanding portfolio in California highlights its strategic focus on integrating solar, wind, and energy storage to create a more dependable energy framework.

What we're watching

Grid Reliability: How the integration of Sandrini Energy Storage will impact California's grid reliability and support the state's clean energy goals.
Economic Impact: Whether the $25 million in local tax revenue and $5 million in revenue for public services will drive further investment in similar projects.
Execution Risk: The pace at which EDPR NA can replicate the success of Sandrini Energy Storage with other projects in its portfolio.