ENGIE announced on August 18 a 48 MWac solar power purchase agreement (PPA) with QTS to supply renewable energy to the company’s data center operations in Irving, Texas. The agreement was executed in parallel with a long-term PPA between ENGIE and ABEI Energy, securing renewable generation from ABEI Energy’s Lubio Solar project in north-central Texas.Continue reading “ENGIE and QTS Strengthen Renewable Energy Partnership in Texas with ABEI Energy’s Lubio Solar Project”
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Heelstone Renewable Energy, a Qualitas Energy company, acquires 188 MWp solar PV project in Texas from Azimuth Renewables
Heelstone Renewable Energy, a premier U.S. utility-scale renewable energy platform and a Qualitas Energy company, announced on August 5 the acquisition of Cypress Pointe Solar, a development-stage solar photovoltaic (PV) project in Texas with a planned installed capacity of approximately 188 MWp. Located in Sabine County within the Southwest Power Pool market, the project isContinue reading “Heelstone Renewable Energy, a Qualitas Energy company, acquires 188 MWp solar PV project in Texas from Azimuth Renewables”
Advanced Power Alliance Testifies Before Texas House Committee
Interim Charge: Protecting Texas Critical Infrastructure from Foreign Adversaries The Texas House Committee on Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans’ Affairs met on July 30, 2026, to hear testimony on three interim charges, including Protecting Texas Critical Infrastructure From Foreign Adversaries. As an invited witness, APA Vice President Judd Messer emphasized that effective cybersecurity policy shouldContinue reading “Advanced Power Alliance Testifies Before Texas House Committee”
Smart Security for the Texas Grid
Texas can lead the nation on grid security without sacrificing the competitive energy market that keeps costs low for consumers by focusing on engineering standards and access controls that address real threats.
Meta Expands Partnership with RWE Through a Long-Term Corporate PPA for Rabbit’s Foot Solar Project in North Texas
From RWE RWE and Meta on June 11 announced a new long-term corporate power purchase agreement (PPA) for the electricity generated by the 298-megawatt (MWac) Rabbit’s Foot Solar project in northeast Texas. The Rabbit’s Foot project in Bowie County, Texas, began onsite construction earlier this year. Once operational, the energy generated at Rabbit’s Foot willContinue reading “Meta Expands Partnership with RWE Through a Long-Term Corporate PPA for Rabbit’s Foot Solar Project in North Texas”
OCI Energy and Arava Power Execute MIPA for 670 MW Solar Project in Texas
Project La Salle Solar is expected to begin commercial operations in 2028 OCI Energy and Arava Power took part in a signing ceremony on May 13 to execute a Membership Interest Purchase Agreement (MIPA) for La Salle Solar, a 670 MWdc utility-scale solar project located in La Salle County, Texas. Under the MIPA transaction, AravaContinue reading “OCI Energy and Arava Power Execute MIPA for 670 MW Solar Project in Texas”
Advanced Power Alliance Testifies Before Texas House Committee on State Affairs
Interim Charge 4: Battery Storage and Safety Advanced Power Alliance Texas Vice President Judd Messer on April 23 provided testimony before the Texas House Committee on State Affairs. Chaired by Texas State Representative Ken King, the committee has broad authority, including jurisdiction over all matters pertaining to “the regulation and deregulation of electric utilities andContinue reading “Advanced Power Alliance Testifies Before Texas House Committee on State Affairs”
Safe and Environmentally Responsible BESS in Texas
With the rapid growth of emerging energy technologies, such as Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Texas lawmakers have advanced proactive policies to ensure their safe and responsible deployment.
Renewable Energy and Winter Performance
During recent events, such as Winter Storm Fern, the Texas grid remained strong through freezing temperatures, thanks in part to improved winter readiness, contributions from renewable energy generation and added energy storage capacity.
Five Years After Winter Storm Uri, Energy Storage is making Texas More Resilient
Five years after Uri, battery energy storage has proven itself as a practical, market-driven tool that strengthens reliability, lowers costs and supports economic growth. Source: San Antonio Express-News By Matt Welch, state director for Conservative Texans for Energy Innovation. This week marks five years since Winter Storm Uri exposed the consequences of a fragile power system. TexansContinue reading “Five Years After Winter Storm Uri, Energy Storage is making Texas More Resilient”