Nexus Renewables

Nexus Renewables operates as a full-service renewable energy developer and independent power producer (IPP), with a strategic focus on the North American solar and energy storage markets. Founded in 2020 by Keith Sandor, the company was established with backing from local family offices in Toronto. Sandor, the company's CEO, brings over two decades of experience from the power and utilities sector, with a background that merges capital markets knowledge from his time at Scotiabank with energy industry expertise from roles at EPCOR Utilities, Just Energy, and the Independent Electricity System Operator. This blend of financial acumen and project execution experience is a core tenet of the company's strategy.

Initially, Nexus operated on a "develop-and-flip" business model, handling the engineering, design, and permitting of renewable projects before selling them to institutional partners. A significant milestone in its evolution occurred in June 2023, when the company secured over $40 million in financing, signaling a pivotal shift from a pure-play developer to an IPP that owns and operates its assets. This transition allows Nexus to hold projects on its own balance sheet and generate long-term revenue. The firm's business model includes leasing, shared savings, and power purchase agreements (PPAs) to serve its clients, which range from utilities to the Commercial and Industrial (C&I) market. In May 2024, Nexus was acquired by Apricus Generation, a holding company that provides capital and management expertise to advance Nexus's project pipeline. This acquisition is intended to provide Nexus with the necessary capital to scale its operations and execute on its extensive project pipeline, which was a limitation for the independent developer.

The company develops, constructs, and operates distributed and utility-scale solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects. Its portfolio includes over 1 GW of projects in various stages of development across North America, including in New York, California, and Texas. Notable projects include a 10MW/40MWh BESS in Fairfield, California, and a large-scale 300MW/600MWh BESS project near Houston, Texas. By developing and managing these assets, Nexus aims to enhance power grid stability and provide clean energy solutions. The company has successfully raised significant capital, including a $100 million financing arrangement in early 2022 and over $52 million in 2023 to fund its BESS projects, underscoring investor confidence in its growth trajectory.

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