Project Timeline

2025

Initial communications with key stakeholders, including local fire departments, City of Casa Grande, community members, and policymakers to introduce the project

Engagement with the Pinal County permit process

2026

Continued engagement with neighbors, local stakeholders, businesses, government officials, and utility personnel

2027

Construction start

2029

Commercial operations

 

Local Outreach

Plus Power has been developing Desert Crest with a focus on meeting the needs of the APS grid and the customers it serves. We are committed to working with the Pinal County and Casa Grande community and keeping its residents involved throughout the development process.

Community Benefits

The Desert Crest Energy Storage facility will be a good neighbor and a valuable asset to the surrounding community for decades to come. The project will provide necessary capacity to the region with no air polluting emissions. As a static facility with insignificant traffic and minimal municipal services, the Desert Crest facility will have little impact on neighbors. Significant project benefits to the community include:

  • Enhanced resiliency and reliability for local residents and businesses

  • Expanded property tax base for the local district

  • High-paying construction jobsSupport economic growth in the region

  • Supports affordable customer rates