The Bobcat Energy Center is a proposed energy storage facility designed to safely store and deliver energy to the electric grid when it is needed most.

The facility will include battery enclosures along with supporting electrical equipment necessary to store energy and deliver energy back to the grid. This equipment is not dissimilar from what can be found at electrical substations throughout the region.

The project is designed with setbacks from neighboring property lines, and screening measures will be incorporated to reduce visibility from nearby roads and properties. The image to the left is East Point’s Citrus Flatts project in South Texas, and is representative of a project design with similar components.

Selecting a location for an energy storage project involves evaluating a variety of factors, including access to the electric grid, land availability, environmental considerations, and partnerships with landowners.

The Bobcat Energy Center is proposed near existing electrical infrastructure, allowing the project to leverage and support the local electric grid. Locating the project near existing grid facilities helps reduce the need for additional infrastructure, while allowing the facility to efficiently connect and support the local grid.

The location will enable the project to store electricity when it is abundant and deliver it back to the grid when it is needed most, helping support reliability for homes, businesses, and communities in the region.”

Safety is out highest priority throughout the design, construction, and operation of energy storage systems in our portfolio. The Bobcat Energy Center will be designed, installed, and operated in accordance with applicable national, state, and local requirements for energy storage systems and emergency safety.

Each battery enclosure will include layers of monitoring and protection systems designed to detect and respond to abnormal operating conditions. These systems may include temperature monitoring, smoke and gas detection, alarms, automated controls, and fire protection equipment. The facility will be monitored around the clock, allowing operators to quickly identify and respond to potential issues.

In addition to the safety systems incorporated into the facility, East Point works closely with local emergency responders to support planning, coordination, and training opportunities. This collaboration helps ensure first responders are familiar with the facility and are prepared to respond effectively in the unlikely event of an incident. Energy storage facilities successfully operate across Texas and the United States, and play an increasingly important role in supporting a reliable and resilient grid.

BESS facilities operate in a wide variety of settings across the United State because energy storage systems can be deployed without requiring access to fuel supplies or significant water sources.

They are a flexible grid asset that can be located where they provide the greatest benefit to the electrical system. Today, BESS facilities support electric reliability in communities ranging from rural Texas and suburban Virginia to major metro areas such as New York City.

Like other forms of electric infrastructure, East Point’s energy storage facilties are designed and operated in accordance with applicable safety codes and regulations. As the demand for reliable electricity continues to grow, energy storage systems are increasingly becoming a key component of the electric grid.

Think of a battery energy storage system as a reserve supply of electricity for the grid. The system stores electricity when it is available and delivers it back to the grid when demand increases or additional power is needed.

By storing and releasing electricity at key moments, energy storage facilities help grid operators balance supply and demand, improve reliabiltiy, and make the electric system more flexible and efficient.

Battery energy storage helps balance the supply and demand of electricity on the grid. When electricity is abundant, a BESS can store it for later use (when it otherwise would be wasted). When demand increases or additional power is needed, the stored electricity can be delivered back to the grid.

This flexibility helps grid operators maintain reliable electric service, especially during periods of high demand, severe weather, or unexpected equipment outages. Energy storage can also help reduce congestion on the electric system and maximize the use of existing grid infrastructure.

As more sources of electricity are added to the grid, including solar and wind generation, energy storage plays an important role in ensuring electricity is available when and where it is needed. By storing electricity and delivering it at critical times, facilities like the Bobcat Energy Center help support a reliable, resilient, and efficient electric grid.

Battery energy storage systems are a proven and rapidly growing part of our nation’s electric grid. Today energy storage facilities operate across the United States, helping to maintain reliable electric service. By mid-2026, the United States had nearly 52,000 MW of operational grid-scale battery storage capacity, with Texas leading the way.

Texas is one of the nation’s leaders for energy storage. According to the Texas Solar and Storage Association, the Lone-Star State has more than 15,000 MW of installed energy storage capacity and continues to add new projects as electricity demand grows and grid operators seek additional tools to support reliability.

East Point Energy has developed and advanced energy storage projects across multiple states. Examples include:

• Brokenburg (2MW) owned by Rappahanock Electric Cooperative in Spotsylvania County, VA
• Dry Bridge BESS (20 MW) owned by Dominion Energy in Chesterfield County, VA
• Sunset Ridge Energy Center (10 MW) owned and operated by East Point Energy in Frio, TX
• Citrus Flatts Energy Center (100 MW) owned and operated by East Point Energy in Harlingen, TX
• (Under Construction) Evergreen Energy Center (20 MW) owned and operated by East Point Energy in Loudon County, VA.
• (Under Construction) Railroad and Bethlehem Energy Center’s (40MW) owned and operated by East Point Energy in Prince William County, VA.
• (Under Construction) Reid Energy Center owned and operated by East Point Energy in Prince William County, VA

The Bobcat Energy Center is expected to operate for at least 20 years, though the lifespan of this project may be extended through routine maintenance, equipment upgrades, and the replacement or augmentation of battery components as the technology continues to evolve. Like all battery systems, energy storage batteries gradually lose capacity over time. However, battery energy storage technology has been successfully operating for decades, and project operators can replace or upgrade components to maintain performance throughout the facility’s lifetime.

At the end of the project’s life, the facility will be decommissioned in accordance with applicable regulations, permit requirements, and industry standards. Equipment will be removed from the site and recycled, repurposed, or disposed of through approved facilities and processes. The battery recycling industry continues to grow alongside the energy storage sector, creating new opportunities to recover valuable materials and support a more circular supply chain for future projects.

Please see below for a list of additional resources if you want to learn more about BESS.

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• American Clean Power (ACP): What is Energy Storage Fact Sheet
• American Clean Power (ACP): Claims vs. Facts: Energy Storage Safety
• American Clean Power (ACP): Battery Energy Storage FAQs
• National Renewable Energy Laboratory: Grid-Scale Battery Storage FAQ
• Texas Comptroller: Battery energy storage in Texas
• Texas State Fire Marshal’s Office: Battery Energy Storage System FAQ
• Rappahannock Electric Cooperative – video detailing their flagship BESS in Spotsylvania County
• Dominion Energy – Dry Bridge Energy Storage Project