Orsted has entered into a strategic partnership with US-based developer Mission Clean Energy to advance four standalone battery energy storage systems, collectively totaling 1GW, across the American Midwest. This collaboration enhances Orsted's existing development efforts, expanding its portfolio of renewable energy technologies and services.
The Danish energy company plans to use its financial resources to secure and maintain interconnection queue positions for the four storage projects, which are owned by Mission Clean Energy. Mission will continue to lead the development of these projects, with the partners having submitted interconnection applications to the Mid-Continent Independent System Operator (MISO) Central and North.
Orsted's Chief Commercial Officer, James Giamarino, emphasized the importance of this partnership in accelerating the expansion of storage projects across the Midwest. He highlighted that investing in and building out storage solutions is crucial for ensuring a resilient and reliable energy grid, aligning with Orsted's strategic focus on increasing storage alongside wind and solar energy.
Mission Clean Energy's Chief Executive, Max Bakker, noted that the partnership with Orsted represents a significant milestone for the company. He praised Orsted as an ideal partner that complements Mission's development capabilities with financial strength and sponsorship support, which will accelerate the progress of these storage projects.
Orsted's involvement in these projects marks its first standalone battery storage partnership both in the US and globally. This move builds on its existing portfolio of co-located solar and storage projects, such as the 40MW storage facility at the Permian Solar Center in West Texas and the 300MW/1200 MWh storage project at the Eleven Mile Solar Center in Arizona.
The partnership with Mission Clean Energy not only adds valuable assets to Orsted's development pipeline but also reinforces the company's commitment to expanding storage capacity across the US. This initiative is part of Orsted's broader strategy to provide integrated renewable energy solutions for its customers, further solidifying its position as a leader in the clean energy sector.
