Nofar USA to Develop Texas Energy Storage Projects with Qcells
Deal News | Mar 24, 2025 | Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP
Nofar USA, a subsidiary of Nofar Energy, has partnered with Qcells USA Corp. to develop two significant utility-scale energy storage projects in Texas, aiming for a combined capacity of 350MW, delivering a total of 700 megawatt-hours over two hours. These projects, named Bracero Pecan and Fairway, are strategically located in ERCOT West and ERCOT North, respectively, to enhance grid resilience and support Texas's shift towards renewable energy. Qcells will assist in development while Nofar will deploy and operate the installations. Construction is slated to begin within the year, targeting operational status by 2027. Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is advising Nofar USA, with a team led by Finance partner Shellka Arora-Cox, and other specialists contributing across various legal disciplines.
Sectors
- Renewable Energy
- Infrastructure
- Legal Advisory
Geography
- United States – The energy storage projects are being developed in Texas, USA.
- Texas – Both energy storage projects are located within Texas, emphasizing its role as the project's primary geographical focus.
Industry
- Renewable Energy – The article focuses on energy storage projects that support the renewable energy landscape in Texas.
- Infrastructure – The development of utility-scale energy storage projects relates to the broader infrastructure required for supporting energy supply and grid resilience.
- Legal Advisory – The law firm Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is involved in providing legal advice for the transaction.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nofar USA | Target Company | Company | A wholly owned subsidiary of Nofar Energy, responsible for deploying and operating the energy storage projects. |
| Qcells USA Corp. | Development Partner | Company | Partnering with Nofar USA to develop and support the construction of the energy storage projects. |
| Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP | Legal Advisor | Company | Providing legal advice and guidance for the development and construction of the projects. |
| Shellka Arora-Cox | Finance Partner | Person | Led the Pillsbury deal team advising Nofar USA. |