EDF Renewable Energy has announced a 20-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with Southern California Edison (SCE) contracted through the California Renewable Auction Mechanism (RAM) competitive procurement program. EDF Renewable Energy will develop, own and operate the 19.8MW Patterson Pass wind energy project, with SCE purchasing the power generated. The wind project is located in the Alameda County portion of the Altamont Pass Wind Resource Area east of San Francisco.
The Patterson Pass Wind Project is a repowering effort where older technology is upgraded allowing for increased generation of clean energy with fewer wind turbines. Approximately 300 Nordtank and Bonus 65kW turbines, originally installed in 1985, will be replaced as part of the development process.
“Patterson Pass is another example of utilising modern siting practices along with advanced turbine technology to improve efficiency and environmental considerations”, said Rick Miller, Director of Wind Business Development at EDF Renewable Energy. “The modernisation of older “legacy” projects is an important component of our overall development portfolio. Patterson Pass will see a 96% reduction in the number of wind turbines, which demonstrates our ongoing environmental stewardship of the site and surrounding area.”
Commercial operation is anticipated for the end of 2015. EDF Renewable Services will continue to operate and maintain the project.
