Powering Chula Vista’s Energy Future
$800K
Chula Vista Energy Center 2 (CVEC2)
3497 Main Street, Chula Vista, CA 91911
Chula Vista City Council: October 7, 2025
Who We Are:
A Proven Cl ean Energy L eader
Family -Owned Excellence
California -based company with 40+ years of experience
600+ MW of reliable energy projects delivered across California What We Do
Develop, own and operate clean, reliable energy facilities Specialize in battery storage, gas generation and hybrid systems Supporting California’s reliable energy grid
Local Track Record
Acquired the existing power plant in 2009 and made key upgrades Zero safety incidents in more than 15 years
Partner supporting local schools, jobs and the community 2 What is CVEC2
50 MW BESS
Battery Energy Storage System most
advanced and safe LFP chemistry.
Charge
Absorbs excess energy during the
solar day.
Store
Securely holds energy until families
need it the most.
Deliver
Dispatches clean energy to the grid
when demand is highest.
Operations
Remotely monitored 24/7 for optimal
performance.
Approved by San Diego Community Power in January 2024
Requesting City approval of a Conditional Use Permit
Unanimously recommended for approval by the Chula Vista Planning Commission 3 Project Location
Existing Energy Site
• CVEC2 will use the 1.9 -acre unused northern portion of a 3.82 -acre parcel • Southern half includes the existing Chula Vista Energy Center power plant • No increase to traffic, noise or parking
Industrial and Compatible
• Zoned Limited Industrial (I -L) consistent with surrounding uses • Surrounded by industrial neighbors: meat processing, printing/metalworking, auto/towing and recycling
Safely Distanced from Neighbors
• Nearest homes are more than 360 feet west
• Otay Valley Regional Park borders the south
• 300 -foot separation between CVEC2 and the Park
Main Street
Albany Ave.
4 Project Design: Purpose -Bu ilt Ba t t e ry En c lo su re s Purpose -Built Containers
Self contained battery enclosures
Issues can be isolated to one container for efficient response Smart Spacing and Layout
10-foot spacing between containers creating natural fire breaks This spacing ensures that if one unit overheats, it won’t trigger others 24/7 remote monitoring with instant shutdown capability Designed in Collaboration with CVFD
Exceeding Safety Standards
Paved fire lanes and spacing offer direct access to each container Firefighters can safely approach and target only the affected unit Meets strict safety standards with additional safety design NFPA 855, UL 9540A, California Fire Code
5 Safety: Our Top Priority
CVEC2 is designed using the safest, most reliable battery technology Inherently Safe LFP Technology
Sourced from a top -tier supplier, the CVEC2 system utilizes advanced Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery technology, the most stable chemistry available for grid storage. LFP is highly resistant to fire with no history of thermal runaway Proven Global Track Record
Over 10,000 LFP -equipped Megapack battery units are in operation worldwide with zero fire incidents, demonstrating unmatched reliability Comprehensive Fire Protection Systems
Liquid cooling system to maintain optimum operating levels. The entire facility is monitored 24/7 with infrared cameras, ensuring instant response to any potential issue
Coordinated Safety and Independent Review
All plans are reviewed by an Independent Fire Protection Engineer and coordinated with the Chula Vista Fire Department, going beyond standard safety requirements to ensure protection at every step
6 CVEC2: Saf er, Smarter and Better Desi gned
7 Gateway –
Otay Mesa (2020)
Moss Landing –
Monterey (2020)
SDG&E –
Escondido (1997)
CVEC2 –
Chula Vista (2025)
Battery Cell
Chemistry NMC NMC NMC LFP
Battery
Container Type Warehouse Warehouse Outdoor Containers Outdoor Containers Nominal Project
Size
350 MW / 1,400 MWh 300 MW / 1,200 MWh 30 MW / 120 MWh 50 MW / 200 MWh Approximate
Energy Per
Container 200 MWh 1,200 MWh 5 MWh 4 MWh
Approximate Fire
Size
One 50 MW / 200 MWh
Building
Complete 300 MW /
1,200 MWh Building One Container N/A
Environmental, Noise and Visual Impacts
Noise Compliance
Studies show the project is compliant with the City’s
noise regulations
Integrated Visual Design
Containers ~9.5 ft high, transformer 10.7 ft, screened with 10 -ft fencing and landscaping
Site blends with surrounding industrial businesses and is not visible from Otay Valley Regional Park
Zero Air Emissions
No emissions or odors during operation
Battery storage has no hazardous risk under normal use
Environmental Setting
Built on an unused portion of an existing energy site
Project meets code standards with additional safety design 8 Community Benefits
Nearly $200,000 Directly to Local Schools and Community Programs Job Creation
Approximately 130 constructions jobs
6+ permanent ongoing positions
Future maintenance and repair positions
Support for workforce training
Property Tax
Clean Energy and Resilience
Nearly $800,000 in annual property taxes for schools and City services ~$350,000 supporting schools
~$185,000 to the Chula Vista General Fund
Castle Park High School Scholarship (since 2016)
Castle Park High School CTE Construction Program
Montgomery High School VEX Robotics Program
Chula Vista Elementary School District Energy Station
Otay Elementary School District
Chula Vista Starlight Parade
Helmets to Hardhats
El Grito Celebration
Construction Trades
$50,000 to Community Investment Fund
$15,000 Annual Contribution for Five Years to Community Investment Fund Advances Chula Vista’s Climate Action Plan
Delivers clean energy, while also providing reliable backup power to support grid resilience
9 CVEC2 Electric’s Ask
Approve the CVEC2 project to:
Create local jobs
Support local education programs
Provide ongoing community investments
Strengthen Chula Vista’s energy resilience
Support the City’s Climate Action goals
Position Chula Vista as a regional leader in
clean energy innovation
10 Questions?
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