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Leeward Renewable Energy
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Independent operator of wind, solar, storage
Leeward Renewable Energy
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Independent operator of wind, solar, storage
Overview
Leeward Renewable Energy develops and operates utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects across the United States, owning a portfolio of 30 sites with a total capacity of 4 GW. It manages the full project lifecycle—from development and construction to long-term ownership and operation—selling power under long-term PPAs to utilities, corporations, and other offtakers. Its approach relies on long-term ownership and strong community partnerships, providing stable, durable energy as it maintains assets over time. The company aims to grow its wind, solar, and storage portfolio and deliver dependable clean energy through long-term agreements that support communities and customers.
About Leeward Renewable Energy
Industries
Industrial & Manufacturing
Energy
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
Debt Financing
Total Funding
$1.6B
Headquarters
Dallas, Texas
Founded
2015
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Leeward posted Q1 2026 results and expanded investor reporting, signaling capital access.
- The $1.25 billion warehouse facility funds faster construction across its renewable pipeline.
- Google contracts and PG&E storage agreements create long-duration offtake through 2028 and beyond.
What critics are saying
- Leeward v. FERC in Fifth Circuit exposes revenue from interconnection and reactive-power rules.
- Harvey Solar faces 2026 construction risk; any milestone slip pushes 2028 cash flows.
- A 2026 personal-injury suit in New Mexico adds contractor, safety, and liability scrutiny.
What makes Leeward Renewable Energy unique
- LRE pairs 30-plus projects with long-term ownership, not pure development-and-flip economics.
- Google-backed Oklahoma solar portfolio hit 725 MW, tying LRE to premium hyperscale demand.
- Leeward controls wind, solar, and storage, including Harvey Solar and Sierra Pinta.
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Funding
Total Funding
$1.6B
Above
Industry Average
Funded Over
3 Rounds
Benefits
Professional Development Budget
Conference Attendance Budget
Flexible Work Hours
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↑ 8%1 year growth
↑ 8%2 year growth
↑ 8%LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) announced the acquisition of the Harvey Solar Project, a planned 350 megawatt (MW) solar facility located in Licking County, O...
The construction phase alone is expected to create more than 300 jobs, emphasizing local hiring and the use of domestically manufactured equipment, demonstrating LRE's dedication to responsible development and economic growth in Oklahoma.
Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE), a prominent American renewable energy company, has announced a major milestone with the launch of over 700 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy projects in Oklahoma, supported by long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs) with Google.
LRE acquired the Morrow Lake Solar Project in 2023 from Red River, a joint venture of SunChase and Eolian, which initiated the development of the Morrow Lake Solar Project in 2017.
Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE), a leading renewable energy company, today announced the closing of its $1.25 billion construction warehouse facility (
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About Leeward Renewable Energy
Industries
Industrial & Manufacturing
Energy
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
Debt Financing
Total Funding
$1.6B
Headquarters
Dallas, Texas
Founded
2015
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