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Date: 08/18/2026

HOUSTON, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ENGIE today announced 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. Together, these agreements further strengthen the long-standing partnership between ENGIE and QTS while expanding ENGIE’s renewable energy footprint in the ERCOT market.

QTS is a long-standing ENGIE customer, and this agreement reflects its continued work with ENGIE to support renewable energy solutions tailored to the evolving needs of the data center industry.

“This project is a meaningful step forward in our renewable energy strategy, supporting the long-term sustainability and operational resilience of our Texas footprint,” said Travis Wright, Vice President Energy and Sustainability, QTS. “By partnering with ENGIE, we’re able to support reliable, renewable energy procurement while simplifying delivery through our retail supply arrangement. Collaborations like this help us align clean energy procurement with the operational needs of our data centers.”

“Data center customers continue to seek long-term, dependable renewable energy solutions that align with both operational and sustainability goals,” said Taymur Bunkheila, Regional Vice President, Key Accounts and Energy+, ENGIE North America. “ENGIE’s global experience and integrated capabilities enable us to structure customized solutions that seamlessly combine renewable generation with retail power supply.”

Lubio Solar is an approximately 61 MWac pre-commercial-operation-date solar project located in Kaufman County, Texas, developed by ABEI Energy. Once operational, the project is expected to generate approximately 150 GWh of clean electricity annually, equivalent to avoiding 100,778 metric tons of CO₂ emissions per year. This transaction marks ABEI Energy’s first renewable energy deal with ENGIE in the United States, building on an established partnership between the two companies in Europe.

ENGIE’s proven global leadership in renewable corporate PPAs reinforces its ability to deliver at this scale. Ranked first worldwide in BloombergNEF’s 2025 benchmark, with 3.6 GW signed in 2025 and 13.8 GW contracted since 2011, ENGIE holds the highest total globally over the 2011-2025 period, built on long-term partnerships with leading technology companies and a growing business-to-business customer base.

As data centers increase demand for renewable power across the United States, ENGIE continues to deliver integrated energy solutions that combine renewable generation, retail supply and energy management expertise. This three-party agreement demonstrates ENGIE’s ability to structure customized, scalable solutions that support the growing energy needs of the data center sector.

About ENGIE North America
Based in Houston, ENGIE North America develops, owns, and operates renewable power, battery storage, flexible generation, and energy infrastructure solutions for businesses and communities across the U.S. and Canada. The company has more than 11 GW of power generation in operation or under construction across North America, representing $11 billion of capital employed. Through this portfolio, ENGIE North America delivers low-cost, reliable energy to meet rapidly rising power demand, supporting critical operations across the economy, including those of leading technology and consumer companies. ENGIE North America is part of ENGIE, a global energy company with 98,000 employees across 30 countries and the world’s leading provider of long-term renewable energy solutions for corporate customers. ENGIE is publicly traded (ENGI) on the Paris and Brussels stock exchanges.

For more information, visit www.engie-na.com or our LinkedIn page.

About QTS
QTS is a global data center leader with unrivaled access to scalable infrastructure across North America and Europe. QTS delivers state‑of‑the‑art data center solutions, robust connectivity, and premium customer service to leading hyperscale technology companies, enterprises, and government entities—while prioritizing responsible growth and investing in the communities where it builds and operates. QTS is a Blackstone portfolio company.
Let’s connect: Q.com | 877.QTS.DATA

About ABEI Energy
ABEI Energy is an Independent Power Producer (IPP) with an international presence across Europe, US and México. The company develops, finances, constructs and operates utility‑scale renewable energy projects, managing the full project lifecycle from early‑stage development through commissioning and long‑term asset management.

Backed by a team with extensive experience across Europe and the Americas, ABEI Energy optimizes project outcomes at every stage of the value chain. The company is committed to supporting the transition to a zero‑emissions power sector while addressing the challenges of cost reduction, operational reliability and job creation in the regions where it operates.

Media Contact:
ENGIE North America: Geof Koss, geof.koss@engie.com

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HOUSTON, Texas, August 3, 2026 — ENGIE North America today announced that Anne-Laure Chassanite has been named interim Chief Executive Officer, effective August 1, while the company continues its search for a full-time successor to David Carroll. Carroll last week stepped down from his roles as CEO of ENGIE North America and Chief Renewables Officer.

Chassanite currently serves as CEO of ENGIE Resources, a role she will continue to hold while serving as interim CEO of ENGIE North America. She brings more than 19 years of energy sector experience across Europe and the United States. Since joining ENGIE in 2007, she has held operational, commercial, and leadership roles across the business, including serving as Vice President of Power Supply for ENGIE North America and as Managing Director of Storengy UK, ENGIE’s gas storage business in the United Kingdom, where she oversaw operations from April 2022 to January 2025.

“ENGIE North America has a clear strategy, strong momentum, and a deeply experienced team,” Chassanite said. “My focus during this interim period will be on continuity: supporting our employees, serving our customers and partners, and ensuring the business continues to execute on its priorities while the search for a full-time CEO moves forward.”

ENGIE North America’s business, operations, and strategic priorities remain unchanged. The company will continue operating as usual, supported by a deep and experienced leadership team and well-established governance processes.

As part of the transition, Emmanuel Sbravati, Chief Revenue and Strategy Officer for ENGIE North America Renewables and Battery Energy Storage Systems, will serve on an interim basis in Carroll’s role as Chief Renewables Officer.

Carroll joined ENGIE in 2020 and has overseen a period of significant growth and expansion across the company’s North American operations. During his tenure, ENGIE North America expanded its renewable energy and storage portfolio, strengthened customer partnerships, and further established itself as a leader in meeting growing energy demand with reliable and innovative solutions.

“After six years with ENGIE, I have decided the time is right to begin my next professional chapter,” Carroll said. “Serving in this role has been a privilege, and I am deeply grateful for the dedication, professionalism, and partnership of colleagues across the organization. ENGIE is exceptionally well positioned for continued growth, with a tremendous team, a robust portfolio of projects, and strong momentum across every part of the business. I am incredibly proud of what we have accomplished together and confident ENGIE North America will continue to grow, innovate, and succeed in the years ahead.”

“Over the past six years, Dave has played an instrumental role in driving ENGIE’s growth in North America,” said Pedro Vasconcelos, Executive Vice President of ENGIE’s Renewable & Flexible Power Global Business Unit. “His leadership has helped position ENGIE North America for long-term success. He leaves behind an exceptionally talented team, a strong development and operating portfolio, and a business with significant opportunities ahead. We thank Dave for his many contributions and wish him every success in the next chapter of his career.”

About ENGIE North America
Based in Houston, ENGIE North America develops, owns, and operates renewable power, battery storage, flexible generation, and energy infrastructure solutions for businesses and communities across the U.S. and Canada. The company has more than 11 GW of power generation in operation or under construction across North America, representing $11 billion of capital employed. Through this portfolio, ENGIE North America delivers low-cost, reliable energy to meet rapidly rising power demand, supporting critical operations across the economy, including those of leading technology and consumer companies. ENGIE North America is part of ENGIE, a global energy company with 98,000 employees across 30 countries and the world’s leading provider of long-term renewable energy solutions for corporate customers. ENGIE is publicly traded (ENGI) on the Paris and Brussels stock exchanges. For more information, visit www.engie-na.com or www.linkedin.com/company/engie-north-america-inc.

Media Contact:

ENGIE North America: Geof Koss, geof.koss@engie.com

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HOUSTON – ENGIE North America (ENGIE), in collaboration with Energy Research Consulting Group (ERCG), today announced the release of the 2026 North American Business Energy Census, its fourth annual report capturing insights from aggregators, brokers, and consultants (ABCs) across North America.

Based on more than 100 survey responses—each representing approximately 5,000+ customer locations—the report provides a comprehensive view of evolving energy market dynamics and customer priorities, highlighting how businesses are navigating rising demand, ongoing price pressure, and a fundamental shift in how energy is sourced, managed, and valued.

“This year’s Business Energy Census reinforces what we’re seeing across the market—energy is becoming a strategic priority as price volatility and demand continue to evolve,” said Anne‑Laure Chassanite, North America B2B Supply CEO at ENGIE Resources. “Organizations are balancing cost management with sustainability goals, reinforcing the need for reliable energy solutions and experienced collaborators to navigate an increasingly complex landscape.”

Key findings from the 2026 Business Energy Census include:

• Energy is now a core business priority, not a support function: Nearly half (48%) of respondents report energy has become more strategic within their organizations, up from 38% in 2025.

• Volatility and price pressure are becoming structural realities: A majority of respondents anticipate higher power and natural gas prices, along with increased volatility.

• Renewables remain central, with greater financial discipline: While 73% of respondents report willingness to pay a premium for renewable energy, the data shows a shift toward solutions that balance sustainability with cost, speed to market, and reliability.

• Businesses are adapting and continuing to invest despite higher costs: Fewer respondents report significant impacts on M&A or expansion activity, indicating that organizations are adjusting strategies and moving forward rather than pausing in response to rising energy prices.

As energy continues to evolve from a cost center into a core strategic consideration, the findings underscore the importance of informed decision making, long-term planning, and access to flexible, reliable energy solutions.

Explore the full report and gain actionable insights to support your energy strategy and business priorities.

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About ENGIE North America

Based in Houston, ENGIE North America develops, owns, and operates renewable power, battery storage, flexible generation, and energy infrastructure solutions for businesses and communities across the U.S. and Canada. The company has more than 11 GW of power generation in operation or under construction across North America, representing $11 billion of capital employed. Through this portfolio, ENGIE North America delivers low-cost, reliable energy to meet rapidly rising power demand, supporting critical operations across the economy, including those of leading technology and consumer companies. ENGIE North America is part of ENGIE, a global energy company with 98,000 employees across 30 countries and the world’s leading provider of long-term renewable energy solutions for corporate customers. ENGIE is publicly traded (ENGI) on the Paris and Brussels stock exchanges. For more information, visit www.engie-na.com or www.linkedin.com/company/engie-north-america-inc.

ENGIE HQ Press contact:
Geof Koss
Email: geof.koss@engie.com

About ERCG

Energy Research Consulting Group [ERCG] provides business intelligence and consulting services to energy market participants on entry strategies, investment opportunities, and market and policy dynamics. For more information about ERCG’s experience, research, and consulting offerings, please visit www.ercg-us.com.

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ENGIE Unveils Key Trends for Renewable Energy Buying in North America

Second annual Business Energy Census highlights growing demand for renewables, strategic focus and expectations of higher prices and volatility

HOUSTON – ENGIE Resources, a leading commercial electricity provider and America’s Energy Greentailer™, in collaboration with Energy Research Consulting Group (“ERCG”), today announced the release of the second annual North American Business Energy Census. This comprehensive report offers valuable market insights and opinions from over 100 aggregators, brokers and consultants (ABCs), representing approximately 1.07 million end-use customer locations, reinforcing ENGIE Resources’ position as a thought leader in the Renewable Energy space.

As an affiliate of ENGIE North America (ENGIE) and part of the ENGIE Group, a global leader in the Net Zero energy transition, ENGIE Resources aims to deliver journey-specific insights from diverse firms across various geographical locations, revenue brackets and business models. “As the energy landscape evolves, accurate supplier data and industry statistics are crucial for shaping a sustainable energy strategy,” said J.D. Burrows, Vice President of Customer Analytics and Engagement at ENGIE Resources. “Our goal is to empower businesses with actionable insights that drive informed decisions and the adoption of green energy solutions.”

Based on months of comprehensive research, ENGIE’s annual Business Energy Census report highlights the evolving energy sector and the growing importance of strategic energy management for businesses of all sizes. Survey participants include a spectrum of roles, spanning from owners and C-Suite executives to sales and operation managers. The 2024 Business Energy Census identifies several mega-trends that indicate heightened volatility and uncertainty in the energy market, including:

Trend One – Shifting Strategic Perspectives – 57% of respondents, up from 43%, in the previous year, believe that the strategic importance of energy has grown to reach a point of equilibrium. This change aligns with the stabilization of energy prices and growing confidence in the effectiveness of existing energy strategies.

Trend Two – Forecast of Rising Prices and Volatility – 40% of respondents expect power and natural gas prices and volatility to increase, suggesting a need for more robust risk management strategies.

Trend Three – The Rise in Green Premium Acceptance – There is an increase in willingness to pay a premium for Green Energy. 62% of customers are willing to pay a small premium, compared to 56% in 2023, indicating a growing acceptance of green energy solutions. Year to year, we have also seen a decrease from 28% to 18% of survey participants who said their customers are not willing to pay any premium at all for renewable energy. These trends could be an indication of the future of energy and an increase in company initiatives to transition to net-zero emissions.

Trend Four – From Policy to Action: Strengthening Regulatory Support – Respondents expressed a notable lack of confidence in the regulators’ ability to structure markets conducive to fostering three principles: competition, transparency and innovation. Despite the overarching sentiment, there is a marked improvement in attitudes compared to 2023, hinting at a growing belief that regulatory support is on an upward trajectory, albeit slowly.

Trend Five – Driving Forces: Energy’s Impact on Mergers and Acquisitions – 45% of respondents reported that energy prices and volatility are less of a disruptive force in deterring or delaying major initiatives such as mergers, acquisitions and expansions compared to previous years. This shift indicates a stabilizing effect of the energy market on strategic corporate decision-making.

Trend Six – From Data to Decisions: Empowering Stakeholders with Market Insights – 48% of Texas respondents believe that current market information is inadequate for making informed decisions, surpassing the national dissatisfaction rate by 11%. There is a clear indication that market participants are advocating for more and better energy market information.

“Too often, we hear from people outside our industry telling us what business customers are looking for in their energy solutions,” said Young Kim, Principal at Energy Research Consulting Group. “It is about time that our industry speaks for itself. I am proud to partner with ENGIE Resources to cover the most pressing energy issues affecting the business community and to reveal key insights that our industry can use.”

Through the 2024 Business Energy Census customers and partners can find observations that confirm the strategy to support the development and delivery of green energy solutions for power and gas customers.

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About ENGIE North America

Based in Houston, Texas, ENGIE North America Inc. is a regional hub of ENGIE, a global leader in low-carbon energy and services. ENGIE (ENGI), is listed on the Paris and Brussels Stock Exchanges. Together with our 97,000 employees around the globe, our customers, partners and stakeholders, we are committed to accelerate the transition toward a carbon-neutral world, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally friendly solutions. Inspired by our purpose (“raison d’être”), we reconcile economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet, building on our key businesses (gas, renewable energy, services) to offer competitive solutions to our customers. In North America, ENGIE helps our clients achieve their energy efficiency, reliability, and ultimately, their sustainability goals, as we work together to shape a sustainable future. We accomplish this through: energy efficiency projects, providing energy supply (including renewables and natural gas), and the development, construction and operation of renewable energy assets (wind, solar, storage and more). For more information on ENGIE North America, please visit our LinkedIn page or Twitter feed, www.linkedin.com/company/engie-north-america-inc and twitter.com/ENGIENorthAm.

About Energy Research Consulting Group (ERCG)

Energy Research Consulting Group (ERCG) provides business intelligence and consulting services to energy market participants on entry strategies, investment opportunities, and market & policy dynamics. For more information about ERCG’s experience, research and consulting offerings please visit: www.ercg-us.com.

Media Contacts:

ENGIE North America: Michael Clingan, michael.clingan@external.engie.com, (832) 745-6057

Clean and Efficient Energy Project Expected to Save $83 Million

 

RICHMOND, CALIF. and HOUSTON, TX – The Board of Directors of West County Wastewater (WCW) has announced plans for a comprehensive energy, infrastructure, and process improvement project designed to significantly reduce the organization’s carbon footprint and greenhouse gas emissions.  This infrastructure upgrade project will reduce West County Wastewater’s overall greenhouse gas emissions by 93 percent at WCW’s Water Quality and Resource Recovery Plant and is expected to save more than $83 million over the project’s lifetime.

“To us, community and environmental stewardship is about more than providing wastewater services,” said Andrew Clough, WCW Deputy General Manager. “It is about working together to encourage and employ healthy industry and environmental practices that will benefit the region, our communities, and our ecosystem for years ahead.”

The new comprehensive infrastructure project will help WCW achieve its vision. Led by low-carbon energy leader ENGIE North America (ENGIE), the initiative will include significant upgrades to WCW’s Water Quality and Resource Recovery Plant. Two new digesters, an addition of 1.1 megawatts (MW) of solar power generation, a thermal sludge drying system, and solids dewatering, among other improvements, will greatly improve WCW’s control over its handling of biosolids.

“This project is one of the most impactful energy, infrastructure and process improvement programs in the United States,” said Stefaan Sercu, Managing Director at ENGIE North America. “Our alliance with WCW will serve as a proof point for the benefits of the comprehensive energy collaboration approach. Wastewater treatment is an especially energy-demanding operation—but wastewater districts that take advantage of ENGIE’s expertise at the energy-water nexus can make the improvements necessary for the reliability of their equipment, safety of the local community, and environmental sustainability.”

Historically, biosolids produced by WCW have been sent to landfill due to the fact they did not meet the high -quality standards required for beneficial reuse. By generating Class A biosolids, suitable for agricultural and other reclamation uses, these upgrades will eliminate organic material being sent to landfill. This will prepare the organization for the 2022 implementation of SB 1383, the “Short-Lived Climate Pollutants: Organic Waste Reductions” regulations, and reduce ongoing disposal costs. The project will also result in a substantial reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from the decomposition of sludge in the landfills.

ENGIE will implement the plant improvements and maintain the installed equipment over the next 20 years under an energy savings performance contract. This approach will leverage ENGIE’s deep expertise in energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions to optimize operational efficiencies throughout the equipment’s lifetime. ENGIE is targeting a 4.2 million kWh reduction in WCW’s annual energy use.

The scope of the project comprises a 1.1 MW solar power system, LED lighting, electric vehicle charging stations and wastewater treatment plant upgrades including a new grit separation system, rotary drum thickeners, a high efficiency aeration blower, new digesters, a 450 kW cogeneration system powered by biogas from the digester, a sludge dewatering system, a sludge thermal dryer system and equalization basins. Together, these systems’ onsite generation will meet close to 100 percent of the District’s facilities and wastewater treatment electricity needs.

Finally, the initiative will bring job opportunities and economic benefits to the Richmond area. In addition to creating jobs through the District Project Labor Agreement, it will create internships and career pathways in the wastewater industry for local high school and college students.

 

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About West County Wastewater

West County Wastewater serves several communities in the Richmond, California, area. The organization owns, operates, and maintains a wastewater collection system with 249 miles of gravity sewer pipelines, 17 lift stations, 6 miles of pressure force mains, and a Water Quality and Resource Recovery Plant with a capacity of 12.5 million gallons per day (mgd). All told, WCW provides wastewater services to approximately 34,000 residences and 2,450 commercial and industrial businesses, with a total population of nearly 100,000.

About ENGIE North America

Based in Houston, Texas, ENGIE North America Inc. is a regional hub of ENGIE, a global leader in low-carbon energy and services. ENGIE (ENGI), is listed on the Paris and Brussels Stock Exchanges. Together with our 170,000 employees around the globe, our customers, partners and stakeholders, we are committed to accelerate the transition toward a carbon-neutral world, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally-friendly solutions. Inspired by our purpose (“raison d’être”), we reconcile economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet, building on our key businesses (gas, renewable energy, services) to offer competitive solutions to our customers.  In North America, ENGIE helps our clients achieve their energy efficiency, reliability, and ultimately, their sustainability goals, as we work together to shape a sustainable future. We accomplish this through energy efficiency projects, providing energy supply (including renewables and natural gas), and the development, construction and operation of renewable energy assets (wind, solar, storage and more).  For more information on ENGIE North America, please visit our LinkedIn page or Twitter feed, https://www.engie-na.com/ and https://www.engie.com.

Media Contacts:

West County: Kate Gibbs, kgibbs@wcwd.org, 510-390-4844

ENGIE North America:  Michael Clingan, michael.clingan@external.engie.com, (832) 745-6057

$309 Million Project will Modernize More Than 75,000 Streetlights, Reduce Energy Use by more than 50 Percent, Improve Equity of Service, and Extend Wi-Fi Coverage in Underserved Neighborhoods

 

Washington, D.C. and HOUSTON, TX – Washington, D.C.’s District Department of Transportation (DDOT) and the Office of Public-Private Partnerships (OP3) today announced the District of Columbia has entered a long-term public private partnership with the Plenary Infrastructure DC (PIDC) consortium to modernize more than 75,000 lights throughout the District.

 

Considered the nation’s largest urban streetlight modernization project, the $309 million DC Smart Street Lighting Project will convert all the city’s street and alley lights to energy-efficient LED technology with remote monitoring and control capabilities. This modern infrastructure will reduce the lights’ energy usage by more than 50 percent, eliminating 38,000 tons of greenhouse gas emissions each year and extend Wi-Fi coverage in traditionally underserved neighborhoods.

 

The PIDC team includes:

  • Plenary Americas as the lead developer and equity partner.
  • Kiewit Development Company as an equity partner.
  • Phoenix Infrastructure Group as a DC-based and minority-owned equity partner.
  • ENGIE North America (ENGIE) as the design and construction contractor.
  • EQUANS, an ENGIE company, as the Asset Manager of the infrastructure for the next 15 years.

 

The PIDC team will use a comprehensive approach to engage local small businesses including those certified as Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) to deliver the project. They are committed to hiring and training a local workforce, and both conversion and operations work will be performed by local subcontractors.

 

 “With this project, we’re doing so much more than just replacing lights – we’re making our streets safer, our communities more connected, and our city more resilient,” said Mayor Muriel Bowser. “I’m proud that with the District’s first public-private partnership, years in the making and partly financed through the DC Revenue Bond program, we’re building a stronger, brighter DC.”

For decades, streetlights throughout Washington, D.C., have used a variety of inefficient bulb technologies, including incandescent and high-pressure sodium. The District has also long relied on residents calling 311 to report streetlight outages. Alongside the efficient lighting technologies, the project will install smart city technology components, including a remote monitoring, which will help minimize outage response times, and control system and wireless access points. By delivering extended Wi-Fi coverage, the DC Smart Street Lighting Project will help close the digital divide and advance D.C.’s progress toward its goal of citywide broadband access.

 

“On behalf of the Plenary Infrastructure DC team, we are honored to be partnering with the District on their first public-private partnership and the first urban P3 DBFM street-lighting project in North America. We look forward to working alongside the District over the next 15 years to provide smart, reliable, energy-efficient streetlights for the communities of Washington, D.C.,” said Brian Budden, President & CEO of Plenary Americas.

 

The streetlight improvements will also substantially reduce light pollution. Moreover, by minimizing outages citywide, the initiative supports the City’s Vision Zero campaign, which is designed to increase pedestrian and cyclist safety. The project will not involve any changes to light pole placement or to the style of poles and luminaries, many of which reflect a historic design dating back to the 1920s.

 

“The collaborative partnership with the District and PIDC delivers critical infrastructure while allowing to shape a more sustainable future. Working together we can help ensure the next generation enjoys the benefits of the city in an environment that’s clean and healthy,” said Stefaan Sercu, Managing Director, ENGIE North America. “The DC Smart Street Lighting Project expands the ENGIE footprint within the District along with customers like Howard University and Georgetown University.  We are proud to have a long-lasting presence in this great community.”

 

“EQUANS is proud to accompany the District in this 15-year journey towards a more energy efficient, digitized, and high performing streetlight network that will positively benefit the environment, the economy and the community” said Bruno Charrade, Managing Director, EQUANS Americas and Australia.

 

About the Office of Public-Private Partnerships

The District of Columbia’s Office of Public-Private Partnerships (OP3) is charged with building collaborations between the private sector and D.C. government to complete major infrastructure projects and other programs through long-term, performance-based procurements commonly referred to as public-private partnerships.

 

About Plenary Americas

 Plenary Americas has become North America’s leading specialized developer of long-term partnership projects, with a project portfolio of USD$17 billion across both the United States and Canada, including more than 50 projects in the health, transportation, defense, justice, education, energy and government accommodation sectors. With an uncompromising focus on lifecycle performance, Plenary embraces the finance, planning, design, construction, complementary commercial development and asset management operations of our projects. As a result, governments and public sector agencies look to our team to be an innovative and trusted voice in undertaking public infrastructure that meets the genuine needs and aspirations of a community.

We bring infrastructure to life. For more information, please visit www.plenaryamericas.com or follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram.

 

About ENGIE North America

Based in Houston, Texas, ENGIE North America Inc. is a regional hub of ENGIE, a global leader in low-carbon energy and services. ENGIE (ENGI), is listed on the Paris and Brussels Stock Exchanges. Together with our 170,000 employees around the globe, our customers, partners and stakeholders, we are committed to accelerate the transition toward a carbon-neutral world, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally-friendly solutions. Inspired by our purpose (“raison d’être”), we reconcile economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet, building on our key businesses (gas, renewable energy, services) to offer competitive solutions to our customers.  In North America, ENGIE helps our clients achieve their energy efficiency, reliability, and ultimately, their sustainability goals, as we work together to shape a sustainable future. We accomplish this through: energy efficiency projects, providing energy supply (including renewables and natural gas), and the development, construction and operation of renewable energy assets (wind, solar, storage and more).  For more information on ENGIE North America, please visit our LinkedIn page or Twitter feed, https://www.engie-na.com/ and https://www.engie.com.

 

About EQUANS

EQUANS is the world leader in multi-technical services, with 74,000 employees in 17 countries. EQUANS designs, installs, and provides customized solutions to improve the technical equipment, systems, and processes of its clients and to optimize their use through their energy, industrial and digital transitions. Thanks to a strong territorial footprint relying on historical local brands and excellent technical know-how, EQUANS’ highly qualified experts support territories, cities, and industries in HVAC, Cooling and Fire protection, Facility Management, Digital, Electrical, Mechanical and Robotics, where security and business continuity are critical.

 

In North America, EQUANS has been offering integrated solutions and services to optimize and guarantee its clients’ long-term returns for more than 30 years in infrastructure projects such as streetlights, airports, high tech industries, office, and government buildings.

EQUANS is a separate entity of ENGIE. https://www.equans.com/

 

About Phoenix Infrastructure Group Investments

Phoenix Infrastructure Group Investments, LLC is the investment arm of Phoenix Infrastructure Group, LLC (“Phoenix Infrastructure”) the local investment partner and equity holder of PIDC. Phoenix Infrastructure is founded and headquartered in the District of Columbia and one of the few minority-owned infrastructure investors in the United States. With a focus on projects that support and positively impact communities, Phoenix Infrastructure is engaged in projects within the transportation, transit, smart city, and social infrastructure space across the United States, with a current value of projects exceeding $700 million.

 

About Kiewit Development Company

Kiewit Development Company (KDC) is the development, investment and asset management arm of Kiewit. With offices in Los Angeles, Dallas, Denver, Toronto, and Vancouver KDC provides in-house development, finance and asset management expertise to deliver projects for its clients and partners. KDC’s North American portfolio includes eight P3 projects, with an aggregate capital cost of $7 billion. KDC and its affiliates have worked on over 30 large P3 project pursuits and has committed over $350 million in equity to P3 projects. With other consortium members on their project pursuits, KDC has raised private project debt in excess of $18 billion.

 

 

Media Contacts:

Plenary Americas: Stephanie Williamson, stephanie.williamson@plenarygroup.com, (604) 418-2722

ENGIE North America and EQUANS: Michael Clingan, michael.clingan@external.engie.com, (832) 745-6057

Equity and tax-equity financing with multiple partners continues to support growth of 4 GW operating portfolio in North America.

 

HOUSTON, March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — ENGIE North America (“ENGIE”) announced it has successfully completed Tax-Equity financing for its Iron Star and Priddy wind projects and Equity financing for the portfolio of these assets plus the Hawtree solar project which recently declared commercial operations. Together they total approximately 665 MW.

The two wind projects located in Ford County, Kansas and Mills County, Texas, respectively, are owned by affiliates of ENGIE. The Hawtree project is in Warren County, North Carolina. Leading financial institutions participated in the financing which included long-standing Tax-Equity relationships with Bank of America and Wells Fargo among others and a new relationship with InfraRed Capital Partners (US) (“InfraRed”) who provided equity investments for the projects.

A wholly owned ENGIE affiliate is operating the Iron Star, Priddy and Hawtree projects pursuant to long term balance of plant operation and maintenance agreements with the project companies. The projects are part of the more than 4 GW portfolio of renewable energy assets currently managed by the company across North America.

“We are excited to again collaborate with Bank of America and Wells Fargo among others to fund our growing renewables portfolio. We are also happy to be joined by a new equity partner in InfraRed – we are creating long-term relationships that are helping to accelerate the journey to carbon neutrality across the United States.” said Eric De Caluwe, Head of Acquisitions, Investments and Financial Advisory (AIFA) for ENGIE North America.

“ENGIE’s deep operating experience of renewable projects coupled with our relationships with leading financial institutions such as Bank of America, Wells Fargo and InfraRed provides the strongest foundation possible to meet the need for major expansion of wind, solar and storage capacity across North America,” said David Carroll, Chief Renewables Officer, ENGIE North America. “With more than 4,500 MW of renewables in operation or construction in North America, building strong collaborations such as these is a cornerstone of our approach”.

There are 62 wind turbines capable of producing 4.8 MW each in commercial operation at the Iron Star project and 63 turbines of the same size operating at the Priddy project. The Hawtree project’s installed capacity is equal to 65 MWac. The renewable power that is produced at the projects will be sold under previously agreed long-term Power Purchase Agreements. The three projects will become long-term neighbors and members of their Kansas, Texas and North Carolina communities, diversifying and supporting local economic development and putting Ford, Mills and Warren Counties at the heart of the energy transition.

“Wells Fargo is proud to support large scale renewable energy projects like Iron Star and Priddy” said Philip Hopkins, head of Wells Fargo’s Renewable Energy & Environmental Finance group. “Providing expertise and capital to important customers like ENGIE is just one way we are helping accelerate the transition to a lower-carbon economy.”

Jack Paris, Head of the Americas for InfraRed Capital Partners, said “We are delighted to invest in Iron Star, Priddy and Hawtree and look forward to building a strong relationship with an experienced and industry leading partner, such as ENGIE. This investment expands our activities in North America and supports our significant growth ambition in the clean energy sector.”

The three projects were constructed during 2021 and early 2022 and can produce enough renewable power to meet the needs of around 200,000 average American homes.

About ENGIE North America
Based in Houston, Texas, ENGIE North America Inc. is a regional hub of ENGIE, a global leader in low-carbon energy and services. ENGIE (ENGI), is listed on the Paris and Brussels Stock Exchanges. Together with our 170,000 employees around the globe, our customers, partners and stakeholders, we are committed to accelerate the transition toward a carbon-neutral world, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally friendly solutions. Inspired by our purpose (“raison d’être”), we reconcile economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet, building on our key businesses (gas, renewable energy, services) to offer competitive solutions to our customers. In North America, ENGIE helps our clients achieve their energy efficiency, reliability, and ultimately, their sustainability goals, as we work together to shape a sustainable future. We accomplish this through: energy efficiency projects, providing energy supply (including renewables and natural gas), and the development, construction and operation of renewable energy assets (wind, solar, storage and more). For more information on ENGIE North America, please visit our LinkedIn page or Twitter feed, https://www.engie-na.com/ and https://www.engie.com.

ENGIE North America Media Contact:
ENGIE North America: Michael Clingan, Michael.clingan@external.engie.com, (832) 745-6057

SOURCE ENGIE North America

Ocean Winds, ENGIE’s 50/50 joint venture with EDPR dedicated to offshore wind, has been awarded a 289 km2 lease area in the New York Bight offshore wind energy auction, for a site with a capacity of up to 1.7 GW.

Ocean Winds East, LCC, the partnership between Ocean Winds and New York-based Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), a leading independent infrastructure fund manager, was named as the winning bidder of the right to lease a 289 km² area, Central Bight, off the coast of New York and New Jersey. This lease area was part of the six offshore sites awarded by the U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM)’s “New York Bight” program.

This award sets the stage for development of a state-of-the-art offshore wind project. When fully developed, this bottom-fixed farm, located 38 miles off the coast of New York and 53 miles off the coast of New Jersey, is expected to contribute up to 1.7 GW towards U.S., New York/New Jersey’s clean energy goals.

Ocean Winds is thus reinforcing its presence in the U.S. where it is developing, through Mayflower Wind, a lease area of over 2 GW, of which 1.2 GW already secured through Power Purchase Agreements. With this sizeable platform, Ocean Winds will benefit from a sound position to capture future growth in the country which targets a 30 GW offshore wind installed capacity by 2030.

The U.S. BOEM’s auction of the New York Bight lease areas began on February 23th and was completed on February 25th, after 63 rounds. The total amount paid for the six lease areas was $4.37 billion, including Ocean Winds East, LLC, successful bid of $765 million for lease area OCS-A 0537.

This site brings Ocean Winds’ global total offshore wind gross capacity already operating, contracted or with grid connection rights granted to 11 GW.

 

Paulo ALMIRANTE, ENGIE Senior Executive Vice President, in charge of Renewables, Energy Management and Nuclear Activities, said:

“ENGIE, through Ocean Winds has been awarded this 39-year lease agreement in the highly competitive New York Bight auction process, amongst the 25 entities qualified to bid. It will allow Ocean Winds to strengthen its footprint in the U.S., one of the biggest offshore wind markets worldwide, and support the growth objective of ENGIE in the country, where it already operates 3.9 GW of onshore wind and solar PV.”

 

About ENGIE

Our group is a global reference in low-carbon energy and services. Together with our 170,000 employees, our customers, partners and stakeholders, we are committed to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral world, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally-friendly solutions. Inspired by our purpose (“raison d’être”), we reconcile economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet, building on our key businesses (gas, renewable energy, services) to offer competitive solutions to our customers.

Turnover in 2021: 57.9 billion Euros. The Group is listed on the Paris and Brussels stock exchanges (ENGI) and is represented in the main financial indices (CAC 40, Euronext 100, FTSE Eurotop 100, MSCI Europe) and non-financial indices (DJSI World, DJSI Europe, Euronext Vigeo Eiris – Eurozone 120/ Europe 120/ France 20, MSCI EMU ESG, MSCI Europe ESG, Euro Stoxx 50 ESG, Stoxx Europe 600 ESG, and Stoxx Global 1800 ESG).

 

ENGIE HQ Press contact:

Tel. France: +33 (0)1 44 22 24 35

Email: engiepress@engie.com

Twitter: ENGIEpress

 

Investor relations contact:

Tel.: +33 (0)1 44 22 66 29

Email: ir@engie.com

Custom Solution Designed for Unique Energy Profile

 

Cleveland and Houston – The Rock Entertainment Group and ENGIE Resources, a subsidiary of ENGIE North America, today announced a new multi-year retail energy supply agreement that represents approximately 100% of the annual electricity usage at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse and the Cleveland Cavaliers training and development center, Cleveland Clinic Courts, in nearby Independence, Ohio.

“As one of the most active public sports and entertainment venues in the world, we constantly strive to realize the opportunities in energy markets and optimize our energy usage in a responsible, sustainable and efficient way,” said Antony Bonavita, Cleveland Cavaliers and Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse Executive Vice President, Venue Operations. “We trust ENGIE to help guide us in our drive to appreciate energy markets and develop our commitment to a lower carbon future.”

A customized supply solution from ENGIE Resources provides the flexibility and stability of locking in a price for a portion of usage, while the price for the remaining usage floats at the current market index price.

Another key element to the overall solution is that a pilot program will implement a process for all transmission and ancillary services billed directly from ENGIE Resources instead of the local utility, with charges based on actual demand. The venues will take advantage of savings that stem from its distinctive peak load characteristics versus higher pooled costs.

“The Cavaliers operate in a competitive environment, both on-the-court and within energy markets,” said

Sayun Sukduang, Chief Executive Officer at ENGIE Resources “We’re happy to have developed a win-win solution that addresses price, risk, and the customer’s specific objectives.”

 

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About ROCK ENTERTAINMENT GROUP

Rock Entertainment Group is the umbrella entity of the teams and venues that are part of Dan Gilbert’s Rock Family of Companies.  It includes the NBA Cleveland Cavaliers, the AHL Cleveland Monsters, the NBA G League Cleveland Charge and Cavs Legion of the NBA 2K League; and the operation of Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Legion Lair Lit by TCP home of Cavs Legion in Cleveland, Cleveland Clinic Courts – the Cavaliers’ training and development center in Independence, Ohio. As the unified brand platform, Rock Entertainment Group formally links multiple sports, venues, music, and content properties together to better position them collectively for collaboration, growth and new opportunities, while relentlessly creating amazing experiences for fans, teams, partners, stakeholders and thousands of staff members across the full spectrum of properties.

 

About ENGIE North America

Based in Houston, Texas, ENGIE North America Inc. is a regional hub of ENGIE, a global leader in low-carbon energy and services. ENGIE (ENGI), is listed on the Paris and Brussels Stock Exchanges. Together with our 170,000 employees around the globe, our customers, partners and stakeholders, we are committed to accelerate the transition toward a carbon-neutral world, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally-friendly solutions. Inspired by our purpose (“raison d’être”), we reconcile economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet, building on our key businesses (gas, renewable energy, services) to offer competitive solutions to our customers.  In North America, ENGIE helps our clients achieve their energy efficiency, reliability, and ultimately, their sustainability goals, as we work together to shape a sustainable future. We accomplish this through energy efficiency projects, providing energy supply (including renewables and natural gas), and the development, construction and operation of renewable energy assets (wind, solar, storage and more).  For more information on ENGIE North America, please visit our LinkedIn page or Twitter feed, https://www.engie-na.com/ and https://www.engie.com.

 

RMFH/Cavaliers Media Contact:

Zack Yohman, zyohman@cavs.com

 

ENGIE North America Media Contact:

ENGIE North America:  Michael Clingan, Michael.clingan@external.engie.com, (832) 745-6057

HOUSTON and FORT WORTH, Texas – ENGIE Energy Marketing NA, Inc. (“ENGIE Energy Marketing”) and Range Resources Corporation (NYSE: RRC) (“Range”) today announced an ongoing transaction for natural gas produced under higher environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards.

 

Range, one of the largest U.S. natural gas producers focused on Marcellus Shale development, produces Responsibly Sourced Gas (RSG) certified by Project Canary, a Denver-based Public Benefit Corporation focused on providing continuous emissions monitoring data and environmental assessments. ENGIE Energy Marketing is a subsidiary of global energy utility ENGIE S.A. with ambitions to be the leader in the energy and climate transition.

Responsibly Sourced Gas is natural gas produced while respecting environmental and social standards along with best practices to minimize methane emissions and overall environmental footprint.  Independent third-party certification validates that the natural gas is produced in accordance with these expectations.

ENGIE Energy Marketing, a wholly-owned subsidiary of ENGIE S.A. (“ENGIE”), will leverage its blockchain-based platform, The Energy Origin (TEO), in marketing the RSG. TEO enables ENGIE Energy’s downstream customers to securely trace the certificates representing the RSG’s low methane emissions attributes.

“ENGIE is committed in our fight against the energy and climate challenges facing the world today and is proud to drive the rapidly growing market for responsibly sourced gas and high ESG performance products,” said Ken Robinson, President of ENGIE Energy Marketing. “We expect continued expansion of these new markets as part of the response to the energy transition. More transparency and collaboration will foster more innovation, allowing this industry to contribute positively to reduce CO2 emissions and transition to a low-carbon future.”

“Natural gas is part of the global solution to meeting growing energy needs while helping to reduce overall carbon emissions.” said Jeff Ventura, Range’s Chief Executive Officer. “Our natural gas is produced with a focus on environmental responsibility and transparency. We believe this certification process and supply agreement highlight the advancements we have made in the Marcellus and more broadly reflect the expanded role that natural gas will have for decades to come.”

Project Canary will provide monitoring equipment and related technologies to verify low methane emissions, and independent RSG certification through its TrustWell™ process for Range operations in the Appalachian Basin.  Project Canary applies science, technology and data in providing real-time, continuous air emissions monitoring and through its TrustWell™ certification process, which independently reviews, verifies and scores over 600 engineering and operational aspects of natural gas production and delivery categories including air, water land and community.

“Accelerating the energy transformation requires data, innovative technology, and the right partners,” said Project Canary Co-Founder and CEO Chris Romer. “The market is demanding verified molecules. If we can account for how those dense energy molecules are produced, we’ll be able to drive a cleaner, better way of doing things. Responsibly sourced gas will play a critical role in achieving sustainability targets.”

 

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About ENGIE

Our group is a global reference in low-carbon energy and services. Together with our 170,000 employees, our customers, partners and stakeholders, we are committed to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral world, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally-friendly solutions. Inspired by our purpose (“raison d’être”), we reconcile economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet, building on our key businesses (gas, renewable energy, services) to offer competitive solutions to our customers. Turnover in 2020: 55.8 billion Euros. The Group is listed on the Paris and Brussels stock exchanges (ENGI) and is represented in the main financial indices (CAC 40, Euronext 100, FTSE Eurotop 100, MSCI Europe) and nonfinancial indices (DJSI World, DJSI Europe, Euronext Vigeo Eiris – Eurozone 120/ Europe 120/ France 20, MSCI EMU ESG, MSCI Europe ESG, Stoxx Europe 600 ESG, and Stoxx Global 1800 ESG).

 

The Energy Origin (TEO) is the in-house startup platform developed by ENGIE S.A.. TEO is bringing trust and transparency to low carbon energy tracking. Built on top of blockchain technology, TEO offers services on green power, natural gas in more than 8 countries.  Its smart contract is audited by Bureau Veritas Exploitation.  For more information on TEO, see www.theenergyorigin.com

 

About Range Resources

Range Resources Corporation (NYSE: RRC) is a leading U.S. independent natural gas and NGL producer with operations focused in stacked-pay projects in the Appalachian Basin. The Company is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas. More information about Range can be found at www.rangeresources.com.

 

About Project Canary

Project Canary is a climate tech company that provides trusted, independent, and verified environmental data to track, measure, and score the “E” in ESG across an enterprise’s operational value chain. They are the leaders in providing dynamic environmental ratings using real-time monitoring data at the facility level to assess and improve operating practices and provide science-based and technology-enabled measurement of emission profiles, including methane. Formed as a Public Benefit Corporation, Project Canary’s team of scientists, engineers, and seasoned industry operators have earned recognition for their uncompromising standards, including being named “Best for the World” B Corp. projectcanary.com. 

 

Contacts:

ENGIE Energy Marketing NA, Inc.

Michael Clingan, Press Relations

Michael.clingan@external.engie.com

 

Range Resources Corporation

Laith Sando, Vice President – Investor Relations

lsando@rangeresources.com  

 

Project Canary

Brian Miller, Vice President Growth and Policy

Brian.Miller@ProjectCanary.com

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