Wind in Arizona
West Camp II
The West Camp 2 project is a planned wind energy and battery storage facility in Navajo County, Arizona that would generate up to 500 MW of electricity. The project area is located almost entirely on private property in a remote location 5 miles south of Holbrook, with a small portion of project infrastructure planned on State Trust lands.
Up to 500 MW wind planned capacity
Enough energy to power the equivalent of 92,600 Arizona homes annually
Located in
Navajo County, Arizona
Our clean energy commitment
We believe in being a good neighbor, ensuring responsible clean energy development that creates long-term value and positive impact for both the environment and local communities.
ECONOMIC & ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS
The project is expected to generate substantial economic and environmental benefits for local communities and the region.
Up to 1.5 million MWh
Carbon-free electricity generated each year, improving air quality and reducing CO2 emissions
> $20 million
Expected to be generated in tax revenue for Navajo County and local schools over the life of the project.
500 Jobs
Expected to be created during peak construction.
Project details
- Sited on approximately 40,000 acres of privately owned land, and a small amount of infrastructure on state land
- AES will be the long-term owner and operator of the facility
- At the end of the project's life, a decommissioning plan allows for the land to return to agricultural use or other uses consistent with land-use policies at the time
Expected project timline
2024 – 2026
Project Preparation
Development, siting, permitting
2026 – 2028
Construction
2028
Operations
CLEAN ENERGY BENEFITS
local communities
Long-term tax revenue to counties, towns and school districts
Job creation during construction and operation
Landowner income diversification, keeping land in the family
Local economic stimulus during construction
Affordable, reliable, locally produced energy
Project updates
PARTNERING WITH COMMUNITIES
Partnering with communities for the future of clean energy
At AES, we understand that our success as a company is only as strong as our partnerships with the communities where we operate. Our people work closely with all local stakeholders to ensure the benefits of our energy projects are realized while respecting the values of landowners and local communities. That’s why we partner with local communities and stakeholders to understand how we can best work together to support local organizations and projects that improve lives and build stronger communities.
Local partnerships:
- Winslow Public Library
- Willow Bend Environmental Educational Center
- White Mountain Nature Center
Liberty Wildlife
AES is a proud member and partner of:
- Joseph City Chamber of Commerce
- Holbrook Chamber of Commerce
- RealAZ
- Winslow Chamber of Commerce
- Snowflake Chamber of Commerce
Additional information
Safety and sustainability best practices
At AES, safety is our highest priority, and we’ve focused on improving lives for more than 40 years. As a leading innovator in energy solutions, sustainability is core to both our strategy and our culture. We are committed to responsible land use and incorporating sustainable best practices into the entire project lifecycle to build a more resilient future.
Environmental and technical studies
We conduct a series of studies that ensure our projects are thoughtfully and responsibly designed, including but not limited to:
- Sound Study
- Visual Impact Assessment
- Avian Use Survey
- Eagle & Other Raptor Nest Surveys
- Bat Acoustic Survey
- Wildlife Site Characterization
- Shadow Flicker Study
Resources and FAQs
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CONTACT
We want to hear from you! We appreciate your interest in AES’ West Camp 2 project; please feel free to submit comments via email or give us a call.
We are committed to responsible clean energy development that creates long-term value and positive impact for both the environmental and local communities.
Please note that this webpage for West Camp 2 is temporary. A new page is expected later in 2025.