Core Viewpoint - Ormat Technologies, Inc. has successfully acquired the Blue Mountain geothermal power plant for $88 million, enhancing its renewable energy portfolio and generating capacity [1][2][3] Group 1: Acquisition Details - The acquisition involved 100% equity interest in the 20MW Blue Mountain geothermal power plant located in Nevada [1][2] - The plant currently operates under a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with NV Energy, which is set to expire at the end of 2029 [2] - Ormat plans to upgrade the plant's capacity by approximately 3.5MW and is considering adding a 13MW solar facility, pending necessary approvals [2][3] Group 2: Strategic Implications - The acquisition is part of Ormat's strategy to enhance its generation capacity and revenue potential through upgrades and new projects [3][6] - The overall transaction was financed through bank debt, indicating a strategic financial approach to support growth [2] Group 3: Company Overview - Ormat Technologies is a leading geothermal and renewable energy company with over 60 years of experience, focusing on geothermal and recovered energy generation [4] - The company has a total generating portfolio of 1,558MW, including 1,268MW from geothermal and solar sources globally [4][6] - Ormat is also expanding into energy storage services and solar photovoltaic (PV) solutions, aiming to establish a strong position in the U.S. energy storage market [4]