RESTON, VA, Nov 20, 2025 – Bechtel has been selected by Doral Renewables to design and build the Cold Creek Solar and Storage project in Schleicher and Tom Green counties, TX.
The facility is expected to generate about 430MW of power using more than 850,000 solar modules. The Cold Creek project will include a 340MW-hour battery system that stores surplus daytime energy and sends it to the Texas electricity grid during peak demand.
“The Cold Creek project highlights the power of an all-of-the-above energy strategy,” said Scott Austin, Bechtel general manager of renewables & clean power. “Texas continues to lead the nation in blending traditional and renewable resources to strengthen its grid. By combining 430 MW of solar generation with 340 MWh of storage, Cold Creek will make the Texas grid stronger and more reliable for years to come. We are proud to bring Bechtel’s experience to this important project and support Doral Renewables’ mission to deliver reliable, homegrown power to Texas.”
“The Cold Creek project is a major milestone for our company’s growth, “said Jason Van Deusen, Doral Renewables VP of project management. “We are thrilled to extend our partnership with Bechtel. The strong relationship forged between the two organizations through collaboration, transparency, and shared values of community engagement, local workforce participation, safety, quality, and environmental stewardship has set the stage for continued success. We are excited to continue this momentum as we embark on another significant project and contribute to the vision of a diverse energy portfolio and resilient grid in America.”
Key highlights of the project include:
- Bechtel will provide engineering, procurement, and construction services for the solar and storage facilities across the two counties, which will deliver power to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas grid.
- The Cold Creek project is expected to create more than 500 jobs, offering training opportunities and stimulating economic activity that will benefit the regional economy.
- Engineering is underway, with commercial operations expected to begin in 2028.
Cold Creek is Bechtel’s second project with Doral Renewables and its fifth utility-scale solar facility in Texas. The company manages renewable energy projects nationwide at various stages of planning and construction. Bechtel uses a digital hub that brings field data into map-based tools to improve clean energy project delivery.
Source: Bechtel
About Doral Renewables
Doral Renewables LLC, founded in 2019 and based in Philadelphia, PA, develops, owns and operates utility-scale solar and battery storage projects across the United States. The company maintains a development portfolio of nearly 18 gigawatts, including about 400 megawatts in operation and about 950 megawatts under construction. It works with utilities, commercial power purchasers and landowners and participates in seven electricity markets across more than 21 states. The company has secured long-term wholesale power purchase agreements valued at nearly $3 billion. Its partners include the Doral Group, Migdal Group, Clean Air Generation, APG and Apollo Funds.
About Bechtel
Bechtel Corp., founded in 1898 and based in Reston, VA, is a privately held global engineering, procurement, construction and project management company. It delivers infrastructure projects across sectors including energy, transportation, mining, metals, nuclear security, environmental cleanup and advanced manufacturing. With operations in more than 160 countries, Bechtel has completed more than 25,000 projects and employs over 50,000 people worldwide. Its services include the development of liquefied natural gas facilities, power plants, metro systems, pipelines and complex infrastructure. The company works with government agencies, industrial clients and private developers to support national and regional development goals.