The acquisition will strengthen LS Power’s renewable energy portfolio by adding 1,300MW net ownership of operating onshore wind capacity.

BP has agreed to sell its U.S. onshore wind business to U.S.-based LS Power, as part of its ongoing divestment strategy, the energy major said on Friday, without disclosing a deal value. bp Wind Energy will be owned and operated under power and energy-focused investment and operating company LS Power's Clearlight Energy.

BP is divesting its entire US onshore wind energy business to LS Power, signaling a significant shift away from renewables and a renewed focus on oil and gas. This decision follows BP's recent scaling back of emissions targets and clean energy investments,