In Poway, California, Arevon Energy, Inc., a prominent American energy developer, owner, and operator, celebrated a major event for its Nighthawk Energy Storage Project. The 300 megawatt (MW)/1,200 megawatt-hour plant will supply electricity to up to 385,000 residences for four hours each day during periods of high electricity demand.
Arevon created the $600 million Nighthawk Energy Storage Project and will be its owner and operator. It is anticipated that Nighthawk would provide the county and the surrounding area with over $30 million in local government payments over the course of the project, which will be used to fund public services, schools, and infrastructure upgrades. An estimated $12 million of this amount will go to the city of Poway. On behalf of Arevon, California-based Rosendin is constructing the project, which is expected to provide jobs for over 130 people during its peak and boost local business, particularly at nearby shops, eateries, and lodging facilities.
Nighthawk will supply Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) with energy and resource sufficiency as part of a long-term agreement that Arevon inked in 2021. The project will connect to the grid at the Sycamore Canyon Substation, which supplies energy to the larger San Diego region and is located on the Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Miramar.
Utility-scale battery systems, which are positioned strategically on the transmission system to lower the danger of brownouts and blackouts, enable electricity to be stored during times of low demand and then efficiently discharged onto the grid, responding swiftly during times of high demand and criticality. The safest technology currently available, lithium iron phosphate battery technology, will be used by Nighthawk Energy Storage. Since 2021, Arevon has operated its energy storage facilities in communities across the United States in a safe manner, demonstrating its commitment to the safety of the people who live and work in its project regions.
“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, which is committed to protecting the community, first responders, and the facility in the unlikely event an incident occurs,” stated 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
With more than 800 MW now under development and more than 3.2 gigawatts in operation, Arevon is a leading renewable energy developer in California and a national leader in the field. In addition, the company recently released announcements commemorating the commencement of operations at its Peregrine Energy Storage Project, Eland 1 Solar-plus-Storage Project, Vikings Solar-plus-Storage Project, and Condor Energy Storage Project in California. Avocet and Cormorant Energy Storage Project offtake agreements were also announced by Arevon, along with the closing of finance for the Eland 2 Solar-plus-Storage Project. The North America Storage Deal of the Year Award went to Condor Energy Storage in Grand Terrace, while IJGlobal’s Renewables Deal of the Year – Energy Storage Award went to Vikings Solar+ Storage in Imperial County.
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