SOLAR POWER IN COLORADO
Cramer Creek solar + storage project
AES’ Cramer Creek solar-plus-storage project is a planned clean energy facility that will incorporate the most advanced solar and energy storage technologies. The project is designed to minimize impact on the local environment and will support Colorado’s clean energy goal of 100% renewable energy by 2040.
395 MW solar + 395 MW storage planned capacity
Enough clean energy to power 198.8K homes
Located in Crowley County, CO
Our clean energy commitment
AES’ Cramer Creek solar + storage project is a planned facility in Colorado. 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.
Utilizes land near existing electric grid infrastructure to minimize need for new overhead transmission lines
Will be designed in accordance with the latest applicable codes, safety standards, security, lighting, landscaping and noise requirements
Expected economic benefits include $35 million in tax revenue and 250 local jobs during construction and operations
Project details
The Cramer Creek solar + storage project serves as a model for future projects across Colorado, demonstrating how such projects can integrate seamlessly into the local economy while providing affordable clean energy. In addition to powering homes and businesses, the Cramer Creek project will also help strengthen the energy grid and ensure a sustainable, reliable energy supply during peak demand periods.
- 1.5 million+_MWh of carbon-free electricity generated each year
- 623,801 tons of CO2 emissions expected to be offset annually—equivalent to emissions from burning nearly 115 million gallons of gasoline
- $1.4 billion in estimated capital investment into the economy over the life of the project
- $35 million in estimated new, local tax revenue generated throughout the project’s lifespan
Clean energy benefits
local communities
Low-cost supply of clean energy at a long-term fixed cost over the project lifetime
Local economic stimulus during and after construction
Improved air quality and reduced CO2 emissions
Social impact funding to area community organizations and non-profits
Non-permanent development and low-impact construction that ensures land can be sensitively restored to pre-project conditions at the end of the project’s life
Expected project timeline
Now - 2027
Project Preparation
Development, Siting, Permitting, Construction
2027
Operational
Operations
2024
Operational
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.
Environmental and technical studies
We conduct a series of studies to ensure our projects are thoughtfully and responsibly designed.
- Biological Resources review
- Biological Studies
- Wetlands and waterbodies
- Habitat
- Sensitive species’ habitat
- FEMA Flood Plain Analysis
- Boundary & Topographic Survey
- FAA Determination of No Hazard
- Desktop Geotechnical Survey
- Phase 1 ESA
- ALTA Survey
- Preliminary Geotechnical Site Investigation
- CPW – Wildlife coordination
- SHPO – Cultural Resources memo
- USF&W – Species coordination
Local partnerships
AES is committed to being a good neighbor to the Crowley County community. We value our relationships with local partners and community members, and we work diligently to maximize the positive impact our clean energy projects have on local communities.
This is why we collaborate with a broad cross section of community leaders from government, local business, education, social services, and residents to identify opportunities where AES can provide financial support, volunteerism, and other types of partnerships to support high-impact initiatives, programs, and institutions in the local communities.
AES current local community engagement:
- Member of Crowley Chamber of Commerce
- Working with 4-H at the CSU Extension
- Workforce Development Program created for Colorado residents for solar installation training and certification
- Colorado Solar Workforce Program
Contact us
We appreciate your interest in AES’ Cramer Creek Solar + Storage Project. Please contact us using the information below.