Together, we are accelerating the future of energy in California.
California has one of the most ambitious clean energy goals in the country and is implementing some of the most innovative technologies on their path to achieving 100% carbon-free power by 2045.
Since 1989, AES has been powering California and supporting the state’s grid reliability needs. We are committed to a safe and responsible transition to clean energy in California. Together with our customers and partners, we co-create innovative and sustainable energy solutions, create local jobs and invest in communities.
Our leadership in California
2,700
Operating MW of clean energy in the state
140+
Operating clean energy projects in the state
2,700
Operating MW of reliability assets in the state
Building partnerships to strengthen communities
We believe in being a good neighbor, ensuring responsible clean energy development that benefits both the environment and local communities. At AES, we understand that our success as a company is only as strong as our partnerships with the communities where we operate. That’s why we partner with communities, customers, state agencies, higher education and elected officials to see how we can best work together to support sustainable social and economic development that complement the local geography and unique culture.
Building a resilient power grid
Energy storage is the bridge between a resilient power grid and our clean energy future. AES’ Luna and Lancaster Area Battery (LAB) energy storage facilities are helping California achieve both objectives.
“The Luna and LAB Battery Storage projects are two critically important steps in California's safe and reliable energy transition. With these two projects, we are delivering the reliable energy our customers and California's residents need. The Luna and LAB projects demonstrate how we're advancing the state's 2045 zero carbon emissions goal,” said Leo Moreno, AES Clean Energy President.
AES' Coastal Enhancement Program
AES’ Coastal Enhancement Program is a multi-year initiative aimed at restoring local wetlands and expanding environmental education opportunities for youth and families in Southern California, with an emphasis on disadvantaged communities.
Since 2022, the program has reached over 26,000 community members and strengthened public-private conservation efforts of over 230 acres of coastal habitats alongside our program partners. Program partners are Bolsa Chica Conservancy, Huntington Beach Wetlands Conservancy, Los Cerritos Wetlands Authority, and TreePeople.
The main goals of the AES’ Coastal Enhancement Program are to:
- Restore and improve access to wetlands in Long Beach, Seal Beach and Huntington Beach for this and future generations
- Further AES’ commitment to social justice by expanding outreach and access to environmental education programs.
Components of the program also include support for Tribal Advisory Groups and tribal initiatives related to environmental conservation, as well as improved access to workforce development opportunities for members of disadvantaged communities to pursue careers in environmental sciences.
Preserving the land and creating new opportunities with landowners
We understand the importance of protecting farmland and preserving the local environment when developing renewable energy projects. AES seeks opportunities to deliver added value through our best practices in project development to protect the land for future generations.
We offer landowners opportunities to tap into new sources of revenue on their land while retaining ownership throughout the entire life of the project. For many, this is a welcome complement to land use and an opportunity to diversify their land investment while hedging against volatile commodity prices. For others, our projects offer an income stream and land-use option where none otherwise existed.
Our team and landowners work together, in partnership, from the early stages of site discussions, through permitting, construction and operation. The landowner relationship with AES is built on trust and open communication, ensuring our projects create a long-lasting, positive impact for our landowners and local communities.
Our recent projects
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Project name |
Location |
Facility type |
Planned facility size |
Project status |
Project webpage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Alamitos BESS |
Long Beach |
Storage |
100 MW, 400 MWh |
In operation |
|
|
Alamitos BESS II |
Long Beach |
Storage |
82 MW, 328 MWh |
In operation |
|
|
Antelope Expansion 1B |
Lancaster |
Solar |
17 MW |
In operation |
|
|
Baldy Mesa |
Adelanto |
Solar + storage |
150 MW solar + 75 MW, 300 MWh battery energy storage |
In operation |
|
|
Bellefield |
Kern County, California City |
Solar + storage |
1 GW solar + 1 GW, 4000 MWh battery energy storage |
Under construction |
|
|
Double Butte Storage |
Menifee |
Storage |
500 MW, 2000 MWh |
In development |
|
|
Estrella |
Lancaster, LA County |
Solar + storage |
56 MW solar + 75 MW, 300 MWh battery energy storage |
In operation |
|
|
Lancaster Area Battery |
Lancaster |
Storage |
127 MW, 508 MWh |
In operation |
|
|
Luna Storage |
Lancaster |
Storage |
100 MW, 400 MWh |
In operation |
|
|
Mountain View Wind Repowering |
Riverside County |
Wind |
70 MW |
In operation |
|
|
Raceway |
Kern County, LA County |
Solar + storage |
125 MW solar + 80 MW, 320 MWh battery energy storage |
In operation |
|
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Rangeland & High Valley |
Lancaster, LA County |
Solar + storage |
110 MW solar + 55 MW, 220 MWh battery energy storage |
In development |
|
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Rexford |
Tulare County |
Solar + storage |
300 MW solar + 240 MW, 960 MWh battery energy storage |
In operation |
|
|
Seguro Storage |
San Diego County |
Storage |
400 MW, 1600 MWh |
In development |
|
|
Silver Peak |
Adelanto |
Solar + storage |
50 MW solar + 25 MW, 100 MWh battery energy storage |
In operation |
Project information is approximate and subject to change
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