AES IN COLORADO

Together, we are committed to a safe and responsible clean energy transition in Colorado

AES is committed to advancing the clean energy transition, while also investing in our local and neighboring communities. In 2004, Colorado became the first state with a voter-approved renewable portfolio standard (RPS). As the state continues to lead in renewable energy, AES is developing and delivering innovative solutions to help Colorado achieve its goal of 100% renewable electricity generation by 2040.

With a focus on solar power and battery storage, we have 5,000 MW of planned energy development in Colorado. AES also has a large operating portfolio of distributed generation and behind the meter solar projects across the state. Our projects create jobs, build community partnerships, generate substantial revenue for local governments and protect the environment. We are dedicated to building meaningful partnerships with local nonprofits, educational institutions and local businesses to ensure our projects provide long-lasting benefits to the community.

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Our leadership in Colorado

40 MW

Under construction

55 projects

Operating projects in the state

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2009

Year AES began operating in the state

Building partnerships to strengthen communities

We believe in being a good neighbor, ensuring responsible clean energy development that benefits both the environment and local 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 and elected officials to understand how we can best work together to support sustainable social and economic development that complement the local geography and unique culture.

Explore communities

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PARTNERSHIPS

All together with GRID Alternatives

AES is committed to creating positive social and economic impacts in the communities where we operate. Partnering with our communities aligns with our values, fosters closer community relationships, and expands our local networks. That’s why we partner with GRID Alternatives.

GRID Alternatives Colorado installs rooftop, community, and multifamily solar systems for income-qualified households and affordable housing providers, giving families needed savings. They also train Colorado workers for jobs in the growing solar industry, making them a highly valued partner of AES.

On October 28, 2022 and June 16, 2023, AES employees assisted GRID workforce trainees in an AES sponsored rooftop solar installation on Denver homes.

Over the next 20 years, the homeowners are expected to save over $10,000 each in utility bills.

The new solar systems allowed the homeowners to cut an estimated 90% of electricity costs as well as feed electricity back to the grid.

Preserving the land and creating new opportunities with landowners

We understand the importance of protecting farmland and preserving the local environment when developing renewable energy projects. AES seeks opportunities to deliver added value through our best practices in project development to protect the land for future generations.

We offer landowners opportunities to tap into new sources of revenue on their land while retaining ownership throughout the entire life of the project. For many, this is a welcome complement to land use and an opportunity to diversify their land investment while hedging against volatile commodity prices. For others, our projects offer an income stream and land-use option where none otherwise existed.

Our team and landowners work together, in partnership, from the early stages of site discussions, through permitting, construction, and operation. The landowner relationship with AES is built on trust and open communication, ensuring our projects create a long-lasting, positive impact for our landowners and local communities.

Landowner opportunities

Projects

Project name	Location	Facility type	Planned facility size	Project status	Project webpage
High Mesa Solar + Storage	Garfield County	Solar-plus-storage	10 MW solar + 10 MW battery energy storage	Under construction
Mamm Creek Solar + Storage	Garfield County	Solar-plus-storage	10 MW solar + 10 MW battery energy storage	Under construction
Boone Hill Solar + Storage	Pueblo County	Solar-plus-storage	210 MW solar + 105 MW battery energy storage	In development	Click here
Pawnee Solar + Storage	Morgan County	Solar-plus-storage	500 MW solar + 325 MW battery energy storage	In development	Click here
Rocky Mountain Solar	Pueblo County	Solar-plus-storage	500 MW solar + 250 MW battery energy storage	In development	Click here
National Grassland Solar + Storage	Baca County	Solar-plus-storage	199 MW solar + 100 MW battery energy storage	In development	Click here
Cramer Creek Solar + Storage	Crowley County	Solar-plus-stroage	500 MW solar + 250 MW battery energy storage	In development	Click here
Antonito Solar	Conejos County	Solar	0.5 MW solar	In operation
Lafayette dba Baseline Solar	Boulder County	Solar	0.5 MW solar	In operation
Lafayette Horizon Solar	Boulder County	Solar	1.5 MW solar	In operation
San Luis Solar	Conejos County	Solar	1 MW solar	In operation
Trailside Solar	Boulder County	Solar	0.5 MW solar	In operation