American Electric completes sale of 50% interest in NMRD to Exus

American Electric Power has completed the sale of its 50% interest in New Mexico Renewable Development, or NMRD, to Exus North America Holdings. AEP nets approximately $104M in cash after tax, transaction fees and other customary adjustments. AEP began the sale process in June 2023 and received necessary regulatory approval from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, New Mexico regulatory approvals associated with one of NMRD’s projects and clearance under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvement Act of 1976. The sale portfolio includes nine operating solar developments totaling 185 MW and six projects under development with an estimated output of 440 MW.