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Granite City Energy Storage

Granite City Energy Storage is an energy project that's powering new possibilities for Benton County - delivering lasting tax revenue and creating good-paying jobs.
Granite City Energy Storage

About the Project

The Granite City Energy Storage project is an energy project proposed for Benton County, Minnesota, with a planned capacity to store up to 300 megawatts of energy. This project represents a significant investment in Minnesota's future - creating good-paying jobs and generating millions of dollars in new revenue for the community, pending all necessary permits and approvals. 

Granite City Energy Storage 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.

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Economic Benefits

*Estimated over first 30 years of the project. All figures are estimated and subject to change.

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$400 Million

Project Investment*

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$794 Thousand

in Tax Revenue*

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300

Construction Jobs

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Benefits of Our Energy Investments

NextEra Energy Resources has been investing in Minnesota since 2018. Our subsidiaries own and operate wind and solar energy centers, battery energy storage systems and a transmission asset in more than 13 counties across the state. We also have 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 Granite City Energy Storage project can support your community long-term.

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Energy Reliability

The project will increase grid reliability by providing energy on demand.

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Energy Independence

Storing American energy in the United States helps reduce our reliance on energy from foreign countries and drives economic growth in America.

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Safety

Significant design and safety improvements continue to occur as the industry grows.

Powering America

Granite City Energy Storage 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 Minnesota when it’s abundant and delivering it when needed, this project strengthens our nation’s energy independence.

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