ABOUT rPLUS
rPlus Energies is a renewable energy development company based in Salt Lake City, UT with a focus on developing, financing, constructing, owning and operating strategically-located, cost-competitive, large-scale renewable energy generation and storage projects that will support industries and utilities in achieving their renewable energy goals while also contributing to the modernization of the bulk electric system.
OUR STORY
rPlus was formed in late 2018 to develop projects that employ both traditional and new technologies to provide access to the best mix of renewable resources in a given region - including solar, solar plus battery, pumped storage hydropower, and wind.
The rPlus senior management group has collectively financed or developed over 3,000 megawatts of operating renewable energy capacity across the U.S., enough to power 200-250 homes per MW.
As of mid-2024, rPlus has expanded to a team of over 50 and a combined track record and portfolio of more than 40 projects across the U.S., totaling over 14 GW of renewable energy capacity. What does this include?
Over 10 GW and 83 GWh of storage capacity
The development and sale of a 150 MW wind project in Idaho
The development, sale and construction management through the commissioning of its first solar project—an 80 MW facility in Carbon County, UT
The development, sale and construction management through the commissioning of a 200 MW solar project in Iron County, UT
Commenced construction on a 200 MW solar project in Ada County, Idaho
Commenced construction on a large-scale solar plus battery energy storage system project in Emery County, UT, featuring 400 MW of solar and 400 MW of 4-hour battery storage
OUR VISION
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As the end-users of more than two-thirds of our world’s power supply, the commercial and industrial sector is uniquely positioned to switch the demand to renewables and drive the transition to a low carbon economy.
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Enabling a more dispatchable and reliable power supply. We believe in the power of solar and wind - but also see increasing opportunity for pumped storage hydro and future innovations in battery storage and other technologies - to round out a more secure renewable energy mix.
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Each region has a unique blend of natural resources, energy demands and geopolitical constraints, so approaches to energy diversification should differ. With an understanding of the unique project economics on a regional and local basis, we work with our partners to customize their renewable energy mix and engage the right local stakeholders.
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We believe that we need to combine innovation in how we use existing technologies with increased investment in new technologies. By deploying the most promising - and disruptive - new renewable energy generation technologies combined with storage, we can accelerate the adoption of large-scale renewable solutions across the country.
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Our world’s projected emissions of carbon dioxide are falling short of the 2 degree Celsius goal set in Paris to avoid future consequences for human health, global economics and sea level rise. As such, we’ve signed the “We are Still In” pledge, joining a bipartisan coalition of 3,500 representatives from all 50 states - spanning large and small businesses, mayors and governors, university presidents, faith leaders, tribal leaders, and cultural institutions - rPlus Energies is committed to actions that reduce global greenhouse gas emissions. From the renewable energy projects we build for our partners to how we operate as a business, we can do something about it!
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rPlus strives to consistently and actively promote and support diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) in its workplace and during all stages of development, construction and operation. rPlus uniquely understands the value this practice brings, including:
•A broad range of perspectives, approaches, skill, and experience
•The addition of creativity and innovation in problem-solving situations
•Greater opportunities for professional growth
rPlus is leaning into the sustainability of DEI as a way to propel the continued growth and success of the energy industry.
rPlus is committed to:
•Provide ample DEI training resources to all employees
•Thoroughly embed DEI practices when creating policies and procedures
•Maintain an environment where all employees have ample opportunity to succeed, regardless of background
•Strongly encourage diversity with all contractors and subcontractors with which it engages, hiring based upon merit and ability
OUR SCHOLARSHIPS
The Local First and Energy First Scholarship series have funded a combined $318,000 for students to date.
Local First Scholarship
This series was launched in 2022 in partnership with Utah State University Eastern and has since expanded its offerings with Southern Utah University and now College of Western Idaho. The Local First Scholarship series exclusively supports students in counties where rPlus Energies constructs its projects, aiming to keep talent local and develop community workforce needs. Applicants may choose to pursue any certificate, associate, or 4-year program.
Energy First Scholarship
This series focuses on students pursuing careers in the energy sector, providing partial tuition scholarships for degrees in engineering, environmental, or construction programs at local universities. The Energy First – Pleasant Valley Solar Scholarship, in partnership with Boise State University, is the pilot in the Energy First series.