Calpine News & Analysis

Constellation Energy to Sell 4.4 GW Natural Gas Assets for $5 Billion

On March 18, 2026, Constellation Energy Corporation (NASDAQ: CEG) announced an agreement to sell approximately 4.4 gigawatts of natural gas-fired generation assets to LS Power Equity Advisors, LLC for $5 billion. This transaction addresses regulatory commitments associated with Constellation's prior acquisition of Calpine. The acquisition price amounts to approximately $1,142 per kilowatt. This divestiture covers all necessary assets required by the U.S. DOJ for antitrust review, along with FERC requirements, reflecting a significant regulatory compliance step for Constellation.