OCI Energy and CPS Energy have broken ground on the Alamo City BESS in Bexar County, Texas. The 120-MW/480-MWh system is expected to come online in 2027.
“This project represents a significant step forward toward realizing a more resilient, reliable energy system that San Antonians can be truly proud of,” said Sabah Bayatli, President, OCI Energy. “This groundbreaking reflects years of thoughtful coordination, planning, and hard work – and once completed, it will help the electric system better manage peak demand events.”
OCI Energy developed and financed the Alamo City BESS and will retain ownership under a long‑term storage capacity agreement with CPS Energy, which will have operational control of the facility to serve the San Antonio region when needed.
“Energy storage is a critical component of how we prepare for the future,” said Rudy D. Garza, President & CEO of CPS Energy. “Projects like Alamo City BESS give us the flexibility to meet growing demand, integrate more diverse energy resources, and ensure our community has reliable power when it matters most.”
ING is providing construction financing, LG Energy Solution Vertech is supplying the battery energy storage technology, and Elgin Power Solutions is serving as the EPC contractor.
News item from CPS Energy
