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

BP's latest U.S. wind sale is part of its plan to sell much of its solar and offshore wind businesses too as it scales back on green energy.

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.