Linea Energy and Google Sign a 500MW Solar Power Purchase Agreement in Matagorda County, Texas

San Francisco, CA – May 2026  Linea Energy (“Linea”), a renewables developer and U.S. independent power producer (“IPP”), that is sponsored by EnCap Investments L.P., today announced a 15-year power purchase agreement (“PPA”) with Google for 500 megawatts from the 3,526–acre Duffy Solar Project in Matagorda County, Texas, to support Google’s data center operations in the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (“ERCOT”) market.

"We are pleased to sign this agreement to supply clean energy in Texas to Google, one of the world's largest buyers of clean power," said Cassidy DeLine, Chief Executive Officer of Linea Energy. "This transaction highlights Linea's credibility amongst the largest hyperscalers and the ability to support affordability and grid reliability."

“By collaborating with Linea Energy to bring new low-cost power to the grid, we are helping to ensure the Lone Star State’s energy system remains affordable for local families and businesses,” said Will Conkling, Director of Energy and Power, Google.  

The Duffy Solar project will begin construction in Q3 2026 and is co-located with the 235 MWac Duffy BESS project, which is currently under construction.  

About Linea

Linea Energy is a leading independent power producer focused on the development, ownership, and operation of clean energy infrastructure. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, Linea is committed to driving the energy transition through the efficient development of a diverse portfolio of solar, battery energy storage, and wind projects. In partnership with EnCap Energy Transition, Linea is dedicated to creating sustainable energy solutions that support a low-carbon future. Linea is focused on re-envisioning existing development strategies and creating unique processes to accelerate project delivery. For more information, visit www.lineaenergy.com.

About EnCap Investments L.P.

Since 1988, EnCap Investments L.P. has been a leading provider of growth capital to the independent sector of the U.S. energy industry. The firm has raised 25 institutional investment funds totaling approximately $47 billion and currently manages capital on behalf of more than 350 U.S. and international investors. Founded in 2019, the EnCap Energy Transition platform is led by three Managing Partners, each with 30-35 years of experience in the development and operations of renewable energy and other power generation assets. Since forming EnCap Energy Transition, EnCap has contracted to sell renewable power to all four of the major hyperscalers. For more information, please visit  http://www.encapinvestments.com.

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