SOLAR POWER IN PENNSYLVANIA
Great Cove Solar Project
AES’ Great Cove solar project includes the Great Cove I and II solar facilities in Fulton and Franklin Counties, Pennsylvania and is the largest operating solar project in the Commonwealth. Our commitment to responsible clean energy development aims to generate long-term value and a positive impact for both the environment and local communities.
220 MW solar power generation capacity
Enough clean energy to power the equivalent 38K Pennsylvania homes annually
Located in Franklin and Fulton Counties, Pennsylvania
Our clean energy commitment
AES’ Great Cove Solar Project is an operating facility in Pennsylvania. 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.
400,000 MWh
of carbon-free electricity generated each year, improving air quality and reducing CO2 emissions
$17 million
expected to be generated in new tax revenue for Franklin and Fulton Counties over the life of the project, with local schools will receive more than 70% of the tax revenue.
200+ jobs
created during peak construction, with 5 long-term operations and maintenance jobs
Project details
- In operation as of December 2023
- 1,300 acres of privately held land
- AES is the long-term owner and operator of the facility
- A Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) was established with the University of Pennsylvania to purchase all electricity generated by the project, supporting the University's climate leadership and sustainability goals. It will supply 70% of the electricity demand for Penn's academic campuses and the University of Pennsylvania Health System in the Greater Philadelphia area.
- 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
Great Cove solar project video
Clean energy benefits
local communities
Long-term tax revenue to local communities and school districts
Job creation during construction and operation
Local economic stimulus during construction
Improved air quality and reduced CO2 emissions
Social impact funding to area community organizations and non-profits
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Project updates
Sustainability Resources
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, contributing to building a domestic circular renewables economy and reducing foreign dependence.
Partnering with our communities
At AES, we understand that our success as a company is only as strong as our partnerships with the communities where we operate. That’s why we partner with communities, customers, state agencies, higher education, elected officials, and other key stakeholders to understand how we can best work together to support sustainable social and economic development that complements the local geography and unique culture, to improve lives and build stronger communities. AES is a proud member of the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry.
Contact us
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