DESRI

DESRI

Develops, owns, operates utility-scale renewables

Overview

DESRI (D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments) develops, owns, and operates utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage projects across the United States. It acquires or leases land near electrical infrastructure and favorable construction sites, then partners with developers to bring projects through development, construction, financing, and long-term operations. Its revenue comes from selling the clean energy produced by its projects, often supported by Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) that provide stable, long-term income. DESRI differentiates itself with a broad, multi-state portfolio (over 6 GW in 25 states) and a model of enduring ownership and value creation across the entire project life cycle, frequently collaborating with solar and wind developers to secure PPAs and advance projects to completion. The company aims to expand clean energy capacity and deliver reliable renewable power at scale to utilities and customers, supporting a sustainable energy future.

About DESRI

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Why DESRI is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Industrial & Manufacturing

Energy

Real Estate

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$529M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2010

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What believers are saying

  • May 26 2026 construction started on Foxtail Flats and Four Mile Mesa in New Mexico.
  • April 13 2026 DESRI bought Utah's 1.8 GWh portfolio for Salt Lake reliability.
  • May 12 2026 Meta signed 850 MW more PPAs, with 1,110 MW starting construction.

What critics are saying

  • January 12 2026 SMUD canceled Coyote Creek's PPA after lawsuits and delays.
  • March 2026 Connecticut towns attacked Gravel Pit expansion, inviting appeals and extra costs.
  • Meta concentration across 2.575 GW makes one procurement pause a backlog-killer.

What makes DESRI unique

  • May 2026 Meta partnership totals 2.575 GW across nine states.
  • DESRI buys de-risked, fully contracted assets like Roccasecca with 15-year tolling.
  • DESRI owns 80-plus solar, wind, and storage projects exceeding 12 GW.

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$529M

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Beaver County Radio
Jul 16th, 2026
New-York based renewable energy company Desri developing storage project on Little Blue Run site in Greene Township.

New-York based renewable energy company Desri developing storage project on Little Blue Run site in Greene Township. (Credit and Caption for Photo: Workers from Mascaro Construction move dirt to cover Little Blue Run, which covers 955 acres in Beaver County and Hancock County, W.Va., on Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018, in Lawrenceville, W.Va. (Andrew Rush, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News Discover more Local sports coverage Local news updates Radio jingle creation (Beaver County, PA) Desri, which is a renewable energy company based in New York, is now developing a one-gigawatt battery storage project on the former Little Blue Run site, which is located in Greene Township. The Beaver County site had to shut down in 2012 because its water was contaminated. The project run by Desri is called Little Blue Project.

pv magazine USA
Jun 26th, 2026
Matrix Renewables secures $1.3B for 859 MWdc US solar and storage portfolio

Matrix Renewables has secured $1.3 billion in financing for a US solar and battery storage portfolio totalling 859 MWdc of solar capacity and 167 MWh of energy storage. The TPG Rise-backed developer closed the package to finance four utility-scale projects across California, Idaho, and Texas. The financing includes over $970 million in debt facilities and $210 million in preferred equity from D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments. MUFG, HSBC, Nomura, and Santander coordinated the debt arrangement. The portfolio comprises two projects under construction and two operational facilities. The largest asset is the 457 MWdc Tormes Solar project in Texas, expected to begin operations in early 2027. Matrix Renewables manages 15.5 GW of renewable energy projects globally across Europe, North America, and Latin America.

Utah Business
Apr 14th, 2026
Two-property Utah 1.8 GWh battery energy storage portfolio trades hands.

Two-property Utah 1.8 GWh battery energy storage portfolio trades hands. JLL's US Energy and Infrastructure Advisory team worked on behalf of Accelergen Energy to arrange the sale of 100% of the equity interests to DESRI. // April 14, 2026 NEW YORK - JLL's US Energy and Infrastructure Advisory team announced that it has arranged the sale of a two-project 1.8 GWh battery energy storage portfolio in Utah. JLL acted as the exclusive sell-side advisor for Accelergen Energy in the sale of 100% of the equity interests to DESRI. The portfolio consists of two development-stage energy storage projects that will add to DESRI's 12+ GW existing portfolio of solar, wind and battery energy storage projects across the U.S. These projects are strategically sited and developed within the Salt Lake City load pocket to support grid reliability and help meet increasing capacity needs from substantial load growth and forecasted generation retirements in the region. JLL Capital Markets is a full-service global provider of capital solutions for real estate investors and occupiers. The group's in-depth local market and global investor knowledge delivers the best-in-class solutions for clients, including investment sales and advisory, debt advisory, M&A and corporate finance, loan sales, equity & fund placement, net lease, derivative advisory and energy & infrastructure advisory. JLL Capital Markets has more than 3,000 specialists worldwide with offices in nearly 50 countries. For more news, videos and research resources, please visit JLL's newsroom. About Accelergen Energy Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, Accelergen Energy is a greenfield developer of utility-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS), and hybrid solar storage systems. The company is dedicated to advancing the transition to zero-carbon power generation by delivering sustainable, high-quality projects that benefit local communities and long-term investors. Accelergen's innovative, analytics-driven approach ensures its projects are strategically positioned to meet evolving grid demands while contributing to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future. For more information, visit www.accelergen.com. About DESRI DESRI is a leading renewable energy company that develops, owns, and operates utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage projects throughout the United States. As long-term owners, DESRI focuses on creating value throughout all stages of a project's life cycle, including development, construction, financing, and operations. Since 2010, DESRI has worked closely with valued communities and trusted partners to create a future powered by renewable energy, building a diversified portfolio across 22 states with over 12 GW of generation capacity, enough to power nearly 2 million homes. For more information, visit https://desri.com. JLL (NYSE:JLL) is a leading global commercial real estate services and investment management company with annual revenue of $26.1 billion, operations in over 80 countries and a global workforce of more than 113,000 as of December 31, 2025. For over 200 years, clients have trusted JLL, a Fortune 500(R) company, to help them confidently buy, build, occupy, manage and invest across a variety of industries and property types, including office, industrial, hotel, multi-family, retail and data center properties. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAY. Powered by rich global datasets and leading technology capabilities, we provide coordinated, end-to-end delivery of real estate services for a broad range of global clients who represent a wide variety of industries. Through LaSalle Investment Management, we invest for clients on a global basis in both private assets and publicly traded real estate securities. For further information, visit jll.com. Securities provided by Jones Lang LaSalle Securities LLC as a member of FINRA and SIPC.

Aspen Daily News
Mar 31st, 2026
IOWN Energy facilitates financing and sale of 127 MW battery project in Nevada.

IOWN Energy facilitates financing and sale of 127 MW battery project in Nevada. Mar 31, 2026 LA JOLLA, Calif., March 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - On February 13, 2026, IOWN Energy (IOWN), on behalf of its client Eolus North America, Inc (Eolus), completed the successful sale of the 127 MW / 506 MWh Roccasecca standalone battery energy storage project, located in Boulder City, Nevada, to DESRI, a leading independent power producer. The transaction was completed as an all-cash sale and includes the transfer of all shares of the Roccasecca special purpose vehicle (SPV) to the buyer. In connection with the transaction, approximately $290 million in senior secured credit facilities, including loans and letters of credit to support project construction and operations, was also arranged. The financing included Zions Bancorporation, N.A. ("Zions"), Société Générale ("SG"), Intesa Sanpaolo ("Intesa"), and Bayerische Landesbank ("BayernLB") as Coordinating Lead Arrangers. The Roccasecca project, under construction, is expected to reach commercial operation in 2026 and will contribute to strengthening grid reliability and flexibility in the U.S. Southwest power market. Prior to the sale, key project agreements including a 15-year tolling agreement, equipment supply, engineering and construction agreements, and project financing, were negotiated and secured, positioning the project as a fully contracted and in construction asset. Following the transaction, DESRI has assumed all rights and obligations associated with the project and will continue construction management through completion, with IOWN supporting the transition as needed. "This transaction reflects the strength of our disciplined development approach and our ability to structure fully contracted, construction-ready marquee assets for long-term owners," said Hans-Christian Schulze, CEO and President of IOWN Energy. "Roccasecca was delivered as a de-risked project with contracted revenues and optimized construction risk allocation, a model that continues to generate strong demand from institutional investors and independent power producers." "Roccasecca shows how we can leverage our US market experience to structure transactions for optimal value creation. It is just the latest in a string of successful transactions coming out of an ever stronger Eolus and IOWN partnership." said Per Witalisson, CEO of Eolus AB. "I look forward to reinvesting our Roccasecca proceeds into new value-creating opportunities in the Eolus North America project pipeline, in close cooperation with IOWN." "DESRI is pleased to expand our partnership with Eolus and IOWN through the purchase of this high-quality utility-scale battery asset" said, Peter Koczanski, Head of Corporate Development at DESRI, "Projects like Roccasecca underscore our commitment to supporting the energy transition across the nation as an owner of renewable energy assets. We are proud to expand our presence in Nevada and further serve grid stability and reliability in that region." "We are pleased to have arranged financing for Roccasecca," said Robert Park, Head of Power & Project Finance at Zions. "We appreciated the opportunity to partner with Eolus and IOWN, helping bring storage capacity to Nevada." "As Intesa Sanpaolo, we are proud to have supported Eolus and IOWN as Coordinating Lead Arranger through our IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division. Battery energy storage is a key enabler of grid flexibility and stability, and this deal reflects our strong commitment to the U.S. power market and to enabling the energy transition through resilient infrastructure," said Nicola Doninelli, Head of Distribution Platforms & GTB at Intesa Sanpaolo - IMI CIB Division. Andrew Kjoller, Head of Infrastructure Finance Americas at BayernLB added, "BayernLB is honored to support Eolus and IOWN on the financing of this critical renewable infrastructure asset." "The Roccasecca transaction further reinforces Societe Generale's ongoing partnership with Eolus and IOWN and we are proud to support their continued expansion in the US by providing high quality capital solutions in a dynamic market environment," said Kim Hill, Director at SG. The sale marks another milestone for Eolus North America and IOWN in the U.S. market and underscores the company's continued growth since expanding its U.S. operations in 2021. IOWN has facilitated the development and sale of more than 1 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage projects since 2021 and supported the arrangement of over $2 billion in equity and debt financing for renewable energy projects, currently operational or in construction, in the United States. IOWN continues to differentiate itself by focusing on premium power markets and has a suite of in-house capabilities including engineering, construction, and asset management. IOWN has been particularly successful in originating, developing, and sourcing attractive tolls for energy storage projects in the U.S. Southwest, and Roccasecca is another example of that. About IOWN Energy IOWN Energy specializes in the origination, development, financing, and sale of wind, solar, and standalone energy storage projects across the United States, Mexico, and Northern Europe. From greenfield origination through construction-ready delivery, IOWN applies a disciplined, value-driven approach to project execution while supporting the long-term needs of owners, operators, and power markets. In addition to developing its own project pipeline, IOWN partners exclusively with Eolus North America, Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of Eolus AB, a publicly traded Swedish renewable energy developer, to manage, develop, and transact on its U.S. pipeline. Guided by its core values - Humbly Confident, Passionate About Excellence, Taking Ownership, and Resourceful Solutions-Finders - IOWN is committed to delivering high-quality renewable energy solutions that support a more resilient and sustainable energy system. About Eolus Eolus is a leading developer of innovative and customized renewable energy solutions. We offer attractive and sustainable investments in the Nordics, the Baltics, Poland and the USA. From development of greenfield projects to construction and operation of renewable energy assets, we are part of the entire value chain. For over three decades we have worked for a future where everyone can lead a fulfilling, yet sustainable life. Today, our project portfolio includes wind, solar and energy storage projects. Eolus - shaping the future of renewable energy. Eolus's Class B share is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. About DESRI DESRI and its affiliates develop, acquire, invest-in, own, and operate long-term contracted renewable energy assets in the U.S. DESRI's portfolio of contracted, operating, and in-construction renewable energy projects currently includes over 80 solar, wind and storage projects representing more than twelve gigawatts of aggregate capacity. In addition to its ownership of generating assets, DESRI has acted as a financial investor across the renewable energy industry offering companies capital to support and grow their businesses. For more information, please visit www.desri.com. For further information, please contact: Alex Erlikh, VP Transactions and Origination Hans-Christian Schulze, CEO, IOWN Energy SOURCE IOWN

Greenville Business Magazine
Oct 14th, 2025
DESRI Closes $129M Solar Investment

DESRI announced the closing of a $129 million preferred equity investment in a 250 MW solar development in West Texas, consisting of two projects. This investment supports the construction of projects for a leading US Independent Power Producer. King & Spalding LLP advised DESRI on the transaction. DESRI has a portfolio of 70 solar and wind projects totaling over 10 gigawatts of capacity.

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