SOLAR POWER IN KENTUCKY
McCracken Solar
This project marks a pivotal step toward a cleaner, more sustainable energy future. This innovative 60 MW solar farm in Kentucky will generate enough power to deliver renewable energy to 10,000 homes annually while creating long-term economic impact for the region, including local job creation and property tax revenue.
10,000
homes powered by clean energy annually
60 MW
planned
of solar power in Kentucky
Our commitment
AES’ McCracken solar energy project is a planned solar facility in McCracken County, Kentucky. We are committed to responsible clean energy development that creates long-term value and positive impact for both the environment and local communities.
Economic and environmental benefits
We believe in being a good neighbor, ensuring responsible clean energy development that benefits both the environment and local communities without burdening existing infrastructure.
Reduces carbon dioxide emissions by an estimated 105,730 metric tons each year
Will create significant economic benefits for the local community
Local jobs expected to be created during construction
Project details
McCracken Solar serves as a model for future solar projects across Kentucky, demonstrating how solar farms can integrate seamlessly into the local economy while providing affordable clean energy. In addition to powering homes and businesses, the McCracken solar project will also help strengthen the energy grid and ensure a sustainable, reliable energy supply during peak demand periods.
- 615 acres of privately held land, equivalent to 0.36% of McCracken County's total land area
- AES will be the long-term owner and operator of the facility
- At the end of the project's life, a decommissioning plan allows for the land to return to agricultural use or other uses consistent with land-use policies at the time
Bringing solar power to McCracken County
This solar energy project represents a high-value economic investment in the region while reducing carbon emissions and supporting Kentucky’s solar energy growth.
How clean energy benefits
local communities
Long-term tax revenue to counties, towns, and school districts
Job creation during construction and operation
Landowner income diversification, keeping land in family
Local economic stimulus during construction
Affordable, reliable, locally produced clean energy
Expected project timline
Sustainability Resources
Safety and sustainability best practices
At AES, safety is our highest priority, and we’ve focused on improving lives for more than 40 years. As a leading innovator in energy solutions, sustainability is core to both our strategy and our culture. We are committed to responsible land use and incorporating sustainable best practices into the entire project lifecycle to build a more resilient future.
Environmental and technical studies
We conduct a series of studies that ensure our projects are thoughtfully and responsibly designed, including but not limited to:
- Phase I Environmental Site Assessment – Completed by Langan, April 2023
- Habitat Assessment Report – Completed by Langan, July 2024
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Threatened and Endangered Species Consultation – Completed by Langan, July 2024
- Aquatic Resources Delineation Report – Completed by Langan, October 2023
- New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) Wetland Jurisdictional Determination – Received February 2024
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) No Permit Required (NPR) Determination – Received January 2024
- New York Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) Consultation – Completed September 2023
- Town of Brookhaven Change of Zone Application – Initiated January 2024
- Noise Study – Completed by Ostergaard Acoustical Associates September 2024
- State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) Process – Ongoing
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Partnerships
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