Big Meeks Energy Storage
About the Project
Big Meeks Energy Storage is an innovative battery energy storage project proposed for Washington County, Oregon that features batteries with a capacity of up to 400 megawatts. It will provide additional flexibility in managing the energy grid, helping keep the lights on when demand for electricity is at its peak. Big Meeks Energy Storage is more than batteries — it represents a significant capital investment in Oregon. It will create good-paying jobs and millions in additional revenue for the local community.
It is a subsidiary of NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, the world’s largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and the sun and a leader in battery storage.
Economic Benefits
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HOW IT WORKS
Energy storage provides valuable services to improve efficient operations of the larger power grid.
HOW IT WORKS
COMPONENTS
Individual battery cells are organized in modules, stacked on racks and housed in secure storage containers.
COMPONENTS
RECYCLING
Many of the component parts of lithium-ion batteries can be recycled and used in new products.
RECYCLING
SAFETY
Our energy storage projects are engineered to meet the highest standards of safety and fire protection.
SAFETY
*Estimated over first 20 years of the project. All figures are estimated and subject to change.