I think it sucks. The DOE essentially forced the issue. They saw a chance to get our plant and they took it.
Still, I don't think it's as bleak as all that. They let us have our 3 million bucks back LoL!
The Stephentown facility will remain a significant component of the revenue stream. They are gonna sell the plant not the technology.
Beacon will likely remain the operator and provide service contracts for the life of the project. Same with any other project down the road.
They can't just go to the yellow pages and get a replacement, so it seems like Beacon should have a guaranteed ongoing business relationship.
The Stephentown facility remains a working demonstration prototype for future sales regardless of who "owns" it.
It was a prime ripe plumb perfect for plucking, and thanks to the DOE, we just got plucked.