Lightsource bp and Toyota Enter into a Power Contract, Bringing New Energy and Economic Development to Texas

Lightsource bp and Toyota Motor North America have finalized a virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) for energy from the 231MW Jones City 2 solar farm, part of the larger Jones City Energy Center, which began construction in spring 2025.

This 15-year, fixed-rate power contract supports Toyota’s renewable energy goals while delivering meaningful economic and workforce benefits to Jones County, Texas.

“Toyota continues to support renewable energy sources while working to improve the lives of people in communities where we work and live,” said Tim Hilgeman, environmental sustainability general manager at Toyota.

“Toyota has a goal to match or source our electricity needs with renewables. Toyota’s virtual power purchase from Jones City alone has the potential to match more than 20 percent of our purchased electricity in North America with renewables.”

“Our commitment to Jones County extends well beyond generating renewable energy,” said Emilie Wangerman, Chief Operating Officer and Head of USA for Lightsource bp.

“With power partners like Toyota, the Jones City Energy Center is driving job creation, workforce training and local investments that will strengthen the business landscape throughout the region. Together, we’re supporting greater economic opportunity to empower families, businesses and the entire community for decades to come.”

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