Developer outlines road‑use controls and application plans for Pratt County solar and battery project

Jan 5, 2026

Next Air Energy Resources told Pratt County commissioners it has taken over local renewable-energy projects, instituted weekly ride‑alongs to enforce its road‑use agreements, and will submit a battery project application under the county's updated regulations.

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Representatives from Next Air Energy Resources — Devin Pasholski (early‑stage developer), Madison Scotis (senior project manager) and Cody Ankers (project director) — introduced themselves and said they have assumed responsibility for existing projects in Pratt County. They described a new reporting cadence, including weekly ride‑alongs for construction management and escalation to county contacts when road‑use issues persist. "we've established a new rhythm of reporting with weekly ride alongs between our construction management team and Kirk and Michael," one representative said.

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