Ellsworth Energy Center
Ellsworth Energy Center
About the Project
The Ellsworth Energy Center project is an energy project proposed for Maricopa County, Arizona, with a planned capacity to store up to 350 megawatts of energy. This project represents a significant investment in Arizona's future - creating good-paying jobs and generating millions of dollars in new revenue for the community, pending all necessary permits and approvals.
Ellsworth Energy Center is a subsidiary of NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, America’s largest builder of energy infrastructure.
NextEra Energy Resources leverages all forms of energy across renewables, battery energy storage systems, natural gas, nuclear and other critical energy infrastructure. The company is advancing America’s energy future with the largest and most diverse portfolio of power generation and infrastructure solutions.
Economic Benefits
*Estimated over first 30 years of the project. All figures are estimated and subject to change.
$5.3 Million
Project Investment*
$5.3 Million
in Tax Revenue*
200
of Construction Jobs

Benefits of Our Energy Investments
NextEra Energy Resources has been investing in Arizona since 2018. Our subsidiaries own and operate three wind energy centers, five grid-scale solar facilities and six battery energy storage systems across the state. We also have five solar and 10 battery storage projects in development. See how energy fuels long-term economic growth and enhances quality of life in your community.
Local Commitment
We're committed to building strong relationships and supporting the communities our projects call home.
At every stage of developing an energy center, from siting to construction to operations, we strive to:
| Establish a cooperative relationship with the community.
| Listen to our neighbors.
| Share information.
| Ensure that our proposal fits the interests and priorities of the community.
Learn how the Ellsworth Energy Center project can support your community long-term.
Energy Reliability
The project will increase grid reliability by providing energy on demand.
Energy Independence
Storing American energy in the United States helps reduce our reliance on energy from foreign countries and drives economic growth in America.
Safety
Significant design and safety improvements continue to occur as the industry grows.
Powering America
Ellsworth Energy Center is helping power America’s future — harnessing American energy to drive economic growth, create jobs and reduce our dependence on foreign oil. By storing energy right here in Arizona when it’s abundant and delivering it when needed, this project strengthens our nation’s energy independence.
