Arevon Celebrates Construction Proceedings at its 300 Megawatt/1,200 Megawatt-Hour Nighthawk Energy Storage Project in California

Arevon Energy, Inc., a leading American energy developer, owner, and operator, commemorated construction proceedings at a milestone celebration event for its Nighthawk Energy Storage Project in Poway, California. The 300 megawatt (MW)/1,200 megawatt-hour project will be able to power up to 385,000 homes during the peak electricity demand periods for four hours each day.

Arevon developed and will own and operate the $600 million Nighthawk Energy Storage Project. Over the life of the project, Nighthawk is expected to disburse more than $30 million in local government payments to the county and surrounding area, which can support infrastructure improvements, schools, and public services. The city of Poway will receive an estimated $12 million of this total. California-headquartered Rosendin is building the project on behalf of Arevon, which is anticipated to employ more than 130 workers during the height of construction and will result in an increase in economic activity in the area, especially at local stores, restaurants, and hotels.

In 2021, Arevon signed a long-term contract under which Nighthawk will provide energy and resource adequacy to Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E). The project will connect to the grid at the Sycamore Canyon Substation located on the Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Miramar, which distributes energy to the greater San Diego area. 

Utility-scale battery systems allow electricity to be stored during low demand periods and then efficiently discharged onto the grid — responding quickly at high demand and vital periods, with projects strategically located on the transmission system to reduce the risk of brownouts and blackouts. Nighthawk Energy Storage will feature modern lithium iron phosphate batteries which are the safest technology on the market. Arevon's number one priority is the safety of those who live and work in its project areas, and the company is proud to have safely operated its energy storage facilities in U.S. communities since 2021.

"What sets the Nighthawk Energy Storage Project apart is Arevon's years of experience and proven track record in successfully developing safe, reliable renewable energy and battery storage projects in California and throughout the United States as well as the project's design, which includes added safety measures and will comprise the safest and most advanced batteries on the market today. In addition, Arevon has partnered with the Poway Fire Department, who is committed to protecting the community, first responders, and the facility in the unlikely event an incident occurs," said Kevin Smith, Chief Executive Officer at Arevon. "Battery storage is the way of the future, and Arevon is pleased to bring this essential energy solution to Poway, where we are committed to being a great community partner through the project's multi-decade life."

As the long-term owner of the Nighthawk Energy Storage Project, Arevon is committed to supporting the local community and its worthy initiatives and has engaged with the following organizations:

• City of Poway, establishment of a $2 million community fund which will be utilized by the City for its choice of public or community project(s)
• Scripps Ranch Civic Association, going toward the community advocacy organization's public safety programs, community events, and their bid for 501(c)(3) status
• Rancho Family YMCA, support of programs focused on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility
• Deputy Sheriffs' Association of San Diego County, sponsor of the Police Softball Western Regional Championship Benefit Event and the annual Softball World Series Game
• Poway Chamber of Commerce, member of the organization and backer of the 2024 Poway Fall Festival and 2025 Business Star Awards
• North County Special Needs Foundation, sponsor of the 10th annual Heroes Softball Game with Poway firefighters and Special Olympic softball players in support of individuals with special needs
• Climate Action Campaign, sponsor of the 2024 Nexus Climate Summit
• Cleantech San Diego, member of the business association, a nonprofit that supports the cleantech economy

Arevon is a nationwide renewable energy developer and a leader in California with more than 3.2 gigawatts in operation and more than 800 MW under construction in the state. The company recently issued other announcements celebrating achievements at several of its California projects, including the start of operations at its Peregrine Energy Storage Project, its Eland 1 Solar-plus-Storage Project, its Vikings Solar-plus-Storage Project, and its Condor Energy Storage Project. Arevon also announced offtake agreements for its Cormorant Energy Storage Project and its Avocet Energy Storage Project and closed financing on its Eland 2 Solar-plus-Storage Project. Condor Energy Storage in Grand Terrace received the North America Storage Deal of the Year Award, and Vikings Solar-plus-Storage in Imperial County was the recipient of IJGlobal's Renewables Deal of the Year – Energy Storage Award.

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