Clearway Energy Group has brought the 32 megawatt Honeycomb Energy Center online, marking a significant milestone for the electric grid and local economy in Iron and Beaver Counties. The project involves an approximately $600 million investment in Utah's infrastructure and utilizes American-made Tesla equipment and 100% domestic steel.
Senator John Curtis attended a ribbon cutting event on May 6 to commend the achievement. He stated that the Honeycomb Energy Center represents a major investment in the energy future of Utah by supporting local jobs, strengthening grid reliability, and advancing energy innovation.
The Honeycomb Energy Center consists of four 80 megawatt battery energy storage systems that provide 1,280 megawatt-hours of dispatchable power reserves. These facilities are located adjacent to solar projects operated by Clearway and are under 20-year agreements with PacifiCorp to help the utility reliably serve customers.
Clearway CEO Craig Cornelius said the company is supporting critical infrastructure in the state to help balance the grid and stabilize power costs. The energy storage systems are designed to store excess power for release during periods of high demand, providing more efficient and stable grid operation.
The project is expected to generate $60 million in property and sales taxes for public services and schools. During peak construction, the project created 150 jobs, prioritizing the local workforce, and will sustain more than a dozen full-time positions for local residents. Additionally, the project supports local landowners through long-term leases.
To mark the commissioning of the center, Clearway made a $150,000 donation to Iron County Care & Share. This contribution supports the launch of a Tiny Home Village intended to provide stable housing for individuals transitioning out of homelessness. James Jetton, Executive Director of Iron County Care & Share, expressed gratitude for the donation as the organization prepares to break ground on the project.
