AES Solar presents $130M project to McCracken County fiscal court

The McCracken County Fiscal Court meeting on March 17, 2025, highlighted a significant development in renewable energy with a presentation from AES Solar regarding a major solar project in the area. The project, which has been in the works since 2020, is set to span 719 acres near New Liberty Church Road and Rosington Road, with plans to utilize 420 acres for its operations.

Johanna Krauss Jardin, the director of development at AES, detailed that the solar project will have a capacity of 60 megawatts, enough to power approximately 10,000 homes annually. The project represents a substantial capital investment of $130 million, expected to generate $15 million in construction income and $14 million in operational income, along with $10 million for local grid improvements.

Construction is slated to begin in 2027, with operations anticipated to start in 2028. The project will create around 150 jobs during peak construction and will employ 1 to 2 full-time staff members once operational. AES has been actively engaging with local community leaders and stakeholders to address concerns and gather feedback throughout the permitting process.

The meeting also included routine approvals for cash transfers and voucher claims, ensuring the county's financial obligations are met. The discussions around the solar project are expected to have a lasting impact on the local economy and energy landscape, marking a significant step towards sustainable energy solutions in McCracken County.