EV Maker Rivian Signs 15-year Renewable PPA to Fund Upgraded RWE Wind Farm in Texas

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RWE has entered a 15-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian for electricity from its upgraded Champion Wind project, a 127 MW wind farm in Texas. This collaboration will enable Rivian's fast-charging network to be powered by 100 percent renewable energy, contributing to a carbon-free future and 7 billion miles of renewable driving.

The wind project is currently being upgraded with new turbine nacelles and blades, with completion expected by mid-2025. RWE's partnership with M.A. Mortenson Company and Siemens Gamesa will see the installation of 41 turbines, including six new turbines rated at 3.1 MW. Additionally, the repurposing of decommissioned turbine blades by REGEN Fiber will prevent them from reaching landfills and contribute to strengthening concrete infrastructure, while also benefiting local communities through tax revenue over the next 20 years.