SOLAR POWER IN GEORGIA
Sweet Magnolia Solar Project
AES’ Sweet Magnolia project is a proposed solar project located three miles south of the Devereux Community in Hancock County, Georgia and will support Georgia’s goal to generate 27% total final energy consumption from renewable sources by 2030. This project will use the most advanced solar energy technologies to maximize clean energy production.
165 MW solar + energy storage
Enough clean energy to power 30K homes annually
Located in Hancock County, GA
Our clean energy commitment
AES’ Sweet Magnolia Solar Project is a planned facility in Georgia. 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.
398,000 MWh
Carbon-free electricity generated each year, improving air quality and reducing CO2 emissions
$35 million
Approximately Expected to be generated in new tax revenue for Hancock County and local schools over the life of the project.
250+ jobs
Expected to be created during peak construction
Project details
- 1,260 acres of privately-held land, equivalent to 0.42% of Hancock County’s total land area
- Customers throughout Georgia will receive clean energy produced by the project
- AES will be 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
2024 – 2027
Project Preparation
Development, Siting, Permitting
2028 – 2029
In Development
Construction
2029
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’ Pawnee II solar project was studied extensively and carefully planned to have no negative impact on regulated habitats; threatened and endangered species or cultural and historical resources. AES is conducting ongoing consultations with Colorado Parks and Wildlife and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to ensure the sanctity of the land.
- Boundary & Topographic survey – Complete
- Biological Resources review – Complete (Site visit to look for presence of threatened and endangered species and waterbodies)
- Biological Studies – Complete
- Wetlands and waterbodies
- Habitat
- Sensitive species’ habitat
- Geotechnical survey - Complete
- FEMA Flood Plain Analysis – Complete
- Phase 1 ESA – Complete
- CPW – Wildlife coordination – In Progress
- SHPO – Cultural Resources memo – Complete
Local partnerships
AES is committed to being a good neighbor to the Baca 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. Our projects are intentionally developed to create lasting positive benefits for landowners and to create significant economic opportunities in the community over the life of the project, without burdening existing infrastructure.
This is why we collaborate with a broad cross section of community leaders from government, local businesses, education, social services and residents to identify opportunities where AES can provide financial support, volunteerism and other types of partnership to support high-impact initiatives, programs and institutions in the local communities.
Project resources
AES fact sheet
Sweet Magnolia fact sheet
Sweet Magnolia Special Use permit application
Meet your AES team
Evan Halloran
Will Vesley
Erica Harris
Contact us
We want to hear from you! We appreciate your interest in AES’ Sweet Magnolia solar project.