Pattern Energy Group Inc. announced it has completed the acquisition of a 51% interest in the 179-MW Meikle Wind facility from Pattern Energy Group LP (Pattern Development) for $68 million. This represents a 10 times multiple of the five-year average cash available for distribution (CAFD). The Public Sector Pension Investment Board acquired the remaining 49%.
Meikle Wind is currently the largest wind facility in British Columbia, and has increased the installed wind-power capacity in the province by 37%
“Completing the acquisition of Meikle Wind adds British Columbia’s largest wind-power facility to our portfolio and is one of the first initiatives in our new strategic relationship with PSP Investments,” said Mike Garland, Chief Executive Officer of Pattern Energy.
The purchase price of the Meikle Wind acquisition was funded from available cash and draws under the company’s revolving credit facility.
“Meikle is an excellent addition to our portfolio, providing a strong addition to our CAFD2 with a long-term revenue stream from its 25-year PPA,” added Garland. “PSP Investments’ acquisition of the remaining 49% stake in Meikle demonstrates their confidence in our business model and investment decisions.”
Meikle Wind commenced commercial operations in the first quarter of 2017 and operates under a 25-year power purchase agreement with BC Hydro, which has a AAA/Aaa credit rating.
Located in the Peace River Regional District of British Columbia, Canada, the 179 MW Meikle Wind facility consists of 61 GE wind turbines, including 35 3.2-MW turbines and 26 2.75 MW turbines.
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