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GE Vernova Inc. announced that it has reached an agreement with RWE to provide 109 of its 2.8 MW–127m* onshore wind turbines for the Honey Mesquite wind farm in Glasscock County, Texas, and to repower the Forest Creek Wind Farm near Big Spring, Texas. The Forest Creek deal was finalized in the second quarter of 2024, while the Honey Mesquite order was confirmed in the third quarter of 2024. Deliveries of the turbines for both projects are set to begin later this year.
These projects will contribute to RWE’s efforts to increase its repowered wind capacity in the U.S. to over 1 gigawatt (GW). RWE estimates that the wind farms will create hundreds of full-time jobs during peak construction and generate enough electricity to power more than 85,000 homes and businesses annually in Texas. Additionally, the projects will support several hundred long-term, advanced manufacturing jobs at GE Vernova’s Pensacola facility, which will produce equipment used in the wind farms.
GE Vernova is utilizing its strong domestic supply chain and manufacturing capabilities for this project, with the nacelles for the turbines being produced at its Pensacola, Florida facility. This manufacturing hub plays a key role in supporting U.S. energy abundance, affordability, and security, and employs a workforce that includes approximately 20 percent veterans, underscoring GE Vernova’s commitment to local job creation and honoring those who have served the United States. Scott Stalica,Executive Director, North American Commercial Operations, GE Vernova’s Onshore Wind business, said: “We are pleased to have an opportunity to support a leader in the wind industry and appreciate RWE’s confidence in our business, our technology, and our people. These projects are another example of how wind power can support the country’s growing energy needs, while creating U.S. jobs and bolster energy security.”
Kevin Kroll,Chief Operating Officer, RWE Clean Energy: “RWE’s investments in West Texas symbolize our steadfast commitment to producing homegrown energy and strengthening U.S. manufacturing and supply chains through our partnerships with great American companies like GE Vernova. Together, we are contributing to American energy dominance and we are fostering continued economic opportunity and job creation in rural communities across the country.”
