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Willdan wins $31 million Encina cogeneration project for energy resilience

Jul 15, 2026, 3:29 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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The $31M contract adds a meaningful backlog item for Willdan, signaling execution capability in renewables and public works. While not transformative alone, repeated wins in CA public-infrastructure energy resiliency could lift sentiment, margins, and revenue visibility, particularly if the project aids cross-selling to other agencies.

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Willdan Group won a $31 million design-build contract from Encina Wastewater Authority to deploy a renewable cogeneration system using wastewater biogas, featuring a biogas conditioning system, low-emission generators, emissions upgrades, and a battery energy storage system with a microgrid controller. The project aims to improve energy resilience and reduce emissions, potentially expanding Willdan's renewable portfolio and near-term backlog.

  • Willdan wins $31M Encina cogeneration design-build project using wastewater biogas.
  • Project delivers on-site electricity with biogas, battery storage, microgrid controller.
  • Encina aims to cut emissions and ensure uninterrupted power during grid disruptions.
  • Willdan CEO: project adds long-term value and energy resiliency for public infra.

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