Supervisors say large solar project is advancing; developer seeks utility approval

Aug 28, 2025

Supervisors reported progress on a large solar project led by Sean Kennedy (previously called the Solar Triangle) and said the developer has secured significant land agreements; one supervisor said the project could power about 30,000 rooftops if approved by the Iowa Utilities Board.

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Johnson County supervisors said Aug. 28 that a proposed large-scale solar installation led by developer Sean Kennedy has advanced to the stage of land agreements and local outreach, and that the project will require approval from state utility regulators to proceed.

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