SOLAR POWER IN COLORADO

Yampa Valley solar + storage project

in development

AES’ Yampa valley solar + storage project is a planned solar and battery energy storage facility to be located about 4 miles southwest of Craig in Moffat County, Colorado. This project will feature the most advanced solar and battery energy storage technologies available and will directly support Colorado’s goal of transitioning to 100% clean electricity generation by 2040.

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199 MW solar + 100 MW battery energy storage capacity

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Enough clean energy to power the equivalent of 60,000 homes annually

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Located in Moffat County, Colorado

Our clean energy commitment

AES’ Yampa 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.

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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.

485,000 MWh

carbon-free electricity generated each year, improving air quality and reducing CO2 emissions

$15 million

expected new tax revenue over the life of the project, making AES one of the top taxpayers in Moffat County. Local schools will receive nearly 40% of the tax revenue

300 jobs

expected to be created during peak construction

Project details

View the Yampa site design details here.

1,466-acre footprint on 3,850 acres of privately held land, equivalent to 0.1% of agricultural land in Moffat County
Utility customers will receive 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

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Long-term tax revenue to local communities and school districts

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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

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Landowner income diversification, keeping land in the family

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Affordable, reliable, locally produced energy

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Social impact funding to area community organizations and non-profits

Expected project timeline

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2022 – 2027

Project Preparation

Development, Siting, Permitting

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2027 - 2029

In Development

Construction

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2029

Operational

Operations

Project updates

Rezone and Solar Energy Facility / Conditional Use Permit application submitted 10/31/2024

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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 that ensure our projects are thoughtfully and responsibly designed

Cultural Resources
Ecological
Geotechnical
Topographical
Wetland
Species and Habitat

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:

Craig Chamber of Commerce
Colorado Crane Conservation Coalition
Colorado Cattleman and Agriculture Land Trust
United Way of Yampa Valley

Colorado partnerships include:

Workforce Development Program: AES partners with Solar Energy International (SEI) to provide workforce training in Colorado, funding scholarships for 15 residents to enroll in SEI’s NABCEP PV Associates online course. This 10-week solar installation program supports veterans, returning citizens, and underserved youth. AES has invested $30K and plans to expand the initiative.
GRID Alternatives & Tribal Solar Accelerator Program: AES partners with GRID Alternatives to fund and volunteer for rooftop solar installations in Colorado and beyond. AES also donated $50K to support GRID’s TSAF program, advancing tribal solar projects and workforce training.
KidWind Educational Competitions: AES partnered with KidWind to support two 2023 Colorado competitions for 4th-12th graders, fostering creativity in renewable energy. AES employees volunteered as judges and sponsored materials. AES also pledged to help Crowley School District host a renewable energy education week for K-12 students.

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