SOLAR POWER IN VIRGINIA
Great Creek Solar Project
The Great Creek Solar project, developed by AES, is a 46.8 MW solar facility in Brunswick County, Virginia, located along Old Poole Road in the Red Oak district. As AES’ first venture of its kind in the county, it demonstrates the company’s commitment to advancing energy innovation in the Commonwealth.
Planned to begin operations in 2027, the project will generate clean, carbon-free electricity to power thousands of homes and businesses. It incorporates advanced solar technologies and is designed to minimize environmental impact. The Great Creek Solar project aims to create jobs and stimulate economic growth in the local community while contributing to Virginia’s transition towards a sustainable energy future.
46.8 MW planned capacity
Enough clean energy to power the equivalent of 10,000 homes annually
Located in Brunswick County, VA
Our clean energy commitment
AES’ Great Creek Solar Project is a planned facility in Virginia. 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.
1000s of tons
Carbon-free electricity generated to improve air quality and reduce CO2 emissions
$3.8 Million
in cumulative new tax revenue for Brunswick County over the 30-year life of the project
140 Jobs
are expected to be created during peak construction, and an estimated 3 long-term operations and maintenance jobs
Project details
- Approximately 254 acres of land will be developed
- Dominion Energy customers will receive clean energy produced by the project
- AES is the long-term owner and operator of the facility
- 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
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
Expected project timeline
2021 - 2025
Project Preparation
Development, Siting, Permitting
2026 -2027
In Development
Construction
2027
Operational
Operations
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
AES and its environmental consultant conducted a preliminary assessment of the environmental conditions at the site based on a review of publicly available maps, studies, and previous environmental reports prepared for the property. More detailed information is being obtained through due diligence and site-specific studies, as well as community feedback, and will be used to inform the design process.
The Project design will seek to avoid and minimize environmental impacts to the extent possible. Best Management Practices (BMPs) will be implemented to further minimize impacts throughout the Project lifecycle.
Local partnerships
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 see how we can best work together to support sustainable social and economic development.
AES is a proud member and partner of:
- Virginia Chamber of Commerce
- SHINE/SVCC (Solar Hands-on Instructional Network of Excellence)
KidWind Challenge, Center for the Advancement of Sustainable Energy, James Madison University
University of Richmond
Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region
Virginia Association of Counties
Virginia Renewable Energy Alliance
Virginia Community College System
Virginia Tech
Meet your AES team
Jason Guarnera
Will Vesley
Richard Lambert
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