Conagra Brands, Inc. and Bloom Energy, a global leader in power solutions, announced they will collaborate to utilize Bloom's fuel cell technology at Conagra's Troy and Archbold, Ohio production facilities. The 15-yr PPA (power purchase agreement) will deploy approximately six megawatts and provide combustion-free electricity generation, supplying approximately 70% to 75% of the electricity needs at the Troy and Archbold facilities, while also projecting a 19% decrease in their greenhouse gas emissions. This initiative aligns with Conagra's 2030 science-based greenhouse gas reduction targets, which have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative, a leading corporate climate effort driving the transition to a zero-carbon economy.

Bloom's fuel cells generate resilient, sustainable and predictable electricity without combustion, with "always-on" power reliability. Bloom's combustion-free fuel cells avoid the release of pollutants such as nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide and other particulate matter typically associated with combustion-based power generation methods.

"We are delighted to partner with Conagra Brands, a leading branded food company," said Adam Colling, C&I Sector Leader at Bloom Energy. "Our collaboration underscores Bloom's commitment to providing clean and reliable energy solutions and driving economic value in grid-constrained regions like Ohio and the greater Midwest."

"We are committed to channeling our operational efficiency efforts into strategic areas where we can make a significant impact across our production process. We expect Bloom's fuel cells to provide cleaner and reliable power at our Troy and Archbold facilities," said Christine Daugherty, vice president of sustainability at Conagra Brands. "Implementing this technology is a significant step towards achieving our science-based targets, supporting our pursuit of renewable energy solutions and reducing our environmental footprint."