Strata Clean Energy has finalized a 20-year tolling agreement with Arizona Public Service (APS) for its 150 MW/600 MWh Justice Energy Storage project, situated near Skyline Regional Park in Phoenix, Arizona.
Upon completion, the Justice Energy Storage project will possess the capacity to store enough energy to power approximately 24,000 homes for a four-hour duration. The project is scheduled for completion in April 2026 and will be integrated into the APS power grid.
Previous Partnership and Shared Commitment
Last year, Strata entered into a similar 20-year tolling agreement for its 255 MW/1 GWh Scatter Wash battery storage complex, which commenced construction earlier this year.
These collaborations between APS and Strata underscore the ongoing dedication of both organizations to deliver dependable power to a rapidly growing service area with increasing energy demand, while incorporating more clean electricity into the region.
Leadership in Battery Energy Storage and Clean Energy Goals
“We believe APS will continue to be a frontrunner in battery energy storage,” said Josh Rogol, President of Strata Clean Energy.
“Our extensive pipeline of clean energy projects, exceptional execution capabilities, and seasoned Scottsdale-based team uniquely position Strata to assist the region in achieving its clean energy objectives with projects like Justice.”
Development Platform and Execution Expertise
“Our expanding team in Arizona, combined with our national development platform and in-house EPC and O&M capabilities, enable us to develop projects with high execution certainty for clients like APS,” commented Tiago Sabino Dias, Chief Development Officer at Strata Clean Energy. “We are appreciative of APS’ trust in Strata and the well-managed process led by their resource team.”
Meeting Arizona’s Growing Energy Needs with Clean Power
“APS is thoughtfully planning to address Arizona’s increasing energy requirements with a diverse mix of resources that will continue to provide customers with reliable, affordable, and clean power around the clock, especially during our summer months,” added Brian Cole, APS Vice President of Resource Management. “
Projects like Justice Energy Storage will benefit customers during peak demand periods, particularly the hottest parts of the day when electricity is most needed.”
Tolling Agreement Details
Under the new tolling agreement, APS will have the ability to charge and discharge the energy storage system as required. In return, Strata will guarantee the system’s capacity, reliability, and efficiency throughout the duration of the agreement.
In June 2023, Arizona Public Service (APS), the state’s largest and longest-serving electric company, issued an All-Source Request for Proposal (RFP) to procure approximately 1 GW of resources, including 700 MW of renewable energy, to address the needs outlined in its Integrated Resource Plan. Justice Energy Storage was among the projects awarded contracts as a result of the RFP.
Strata Clean Energy: A Leading Force in Clean Energy
Strata Clean Energy and its affiliates form a vertically integrated company specializing in solar and storage development, engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC), along with operations and maintenance (O&M).
With over 170 projects in operation, more than 8 GW of solar and 31 GWh of storage under development, and 4.2 GW under management nationwide, Strata is a trailblazer in the clean energy sector. The company has a strong presence in the Western U.S., with offices in Denver and Scottsdale.