Total installed capacity of up to 1 GW

Project overview

Big River Renewable Energy is a proposed project in northern Gilliam County. The site's installed capacity will be up to 500 MW of wind and solar, plus up to 500 MW of energy storage. The project is generally located between the John Day River and Blalock Canyon and Barnett Road, southwest of Arlington and north of Mikkalo, near the historic Rock Creek School House.

Economic benefits

Throughout its lifetime, Big River Renewable Energy would support the local economy through capital investment, payments to landowners, local spending, revenue for public services, and permanent and construction jobs.

$1 billion

Capital investment

$200 million

Revenue for public services

Millions of dollars

Local spending

$400 million

Revenue for landowners

25+

Permanent jobs

600+

Construction jobs

EDPR NA in Oregon

EDPR NA is a renewable energy leader in Oregon. Our footprint in the state includes 300 megawatts of operational capacity, powering 81,200 Oregon homes. Through collaboration with local communities and landowners, Big River Renewable Energy will help strengthen Oregon's electric grid while supporting economic development.

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Renewable energy technology

Energy Security

Power generated at this site will strengthen Oregon's electric grid while contributing to America's energy security.

Solar as a neighbor

Solar projects are designed to capture light silently and without producing glare.

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Wind turbines and surrounding landscape at Big River Renewable Energy site

Wind energy and land use

Wind turbines have a minimal land footprint, leaving approximately 98% of leased land available for continued farming, wildlife habitat, ranching, or recreation.

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Environment and energy storage

Energy storage facilities are designed to not release pollutants into the air, soil, or waterways.

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Energy storage safety

Energy storage sites are highly regulated to ensure safety for neighbors, communities, and technicians.

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Big River's environmental impact

This project will conserve over 1.1 billion gallons of water annually and reduce air pollution linked to smog and acid rain.

Downloads

About EDPR NA

PDF . 2.39 MB

Oregon State Fact Sheet

PDF . 1.28 MB

OR Big River Fact Sheet

PDF . 1.32 MB

Big River Open House Poster Package - August 2026

PDF . 42.88 MB

Big River - Frequently Asked Questions

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Contact us

Big River Renewable Energy

EDP Renewables North America
Portland Regional Office
710 NW 14th Avenue, Suite 250
Portland, Oregon, 97209

971.424.2193
Marissa.johnson@edp.com

Big River Renewable Energy