addressing the Growing Demand for Reliable and Renewable Energy

in a move poised to considerably impact the U.S. energy landscape, Stonepeak Infrastructure Partners, a prominent alternative investment firm specializing in infrastructure and real assets, has made a ample equity commitment to Longview Infrastructure. This newly established platform is dedicated to the growth and operation of electric transmission infrastructure projects across the nation.

The investment arrives at a crucial time. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), electricity demand is projected to increase significantly in the coming years, driven by factors such as electrification of transportation and heating, as well as the growth of data centers and other energy-intensive industries. This partnership aims to proactively address this rising demand while concurrently enhancing grid reliability and facilitating the integration of renewable energy sources.

Longview Infrastructure: A new Player in Electric transmission

longview Infrastructure is strategically positioned to originate, develop, and manage critical electric transmission projects. This includes everything from new transmission lines to upgrades of existing infrastructure, all designed to ensure a more resilient and efficient energy grid.

The platform’s focus aligns with national priorities for modernizing the grid and enabling the transition to a cleaner energy future. The current administration has emphasized the importance of investing in transmission infrastructure to unlock the full potential of renewable energy sources like solar and wind power, which often require long-distance transmission to reach population centers.

Sidley Austin LLP’s Role in Facilitating the Investment

Stonepeak Infrastructure Partners was represented by Sidley Austin LLP in this meaningful transaction. The legal team,comprised of experts in M&A,private equity,energy,and infrastructure,played a key role in structuring and executing the equity commitment.

the Sidley team’s expertise spanned various legal domains, including:

• Mergers and Acquisitions
• private equity
• Energy and Infrastructure
• Employee Benefits and Executive compensation
• Labor and Employment
• Tax

The Future of Electric Transmission Infrastructure

This investment underscores the growing recognition of the critical role that electric transmission infrastructure plays in supporting economic growth, energy security, and environmental sustainability. As demand for electricity continues to rise and the transition to renewable energy accelerates, strategic investments like this will be essential to ensuring a reliable and affordable energy supply for all Americans.

The partnership between stonepeak and Longview represents a significant step forward in modernizing the U.S. electric grid and paving the way for a cleaner, more resilient energy future. The focus on originating, developing, and operating electric transmission infrastructure projects across the U.S. is a direct response to the rising demand for energy, the need for enhanced grid reliability, and the imperative to integrate renewable energy sources effectively.