Virginia

We're committed to a safe and responsible transition to clean energy that benefits every Virginian.

We're committed to a safe and responsible transition to clean energy that benefits every Virginian. As a long-term owner-operator with our global headquarters in the Commonwealth, we know what it means to develop energy solutions in the places where we both work and live. Virginia has set the goal to produce 100 percent of its electricity from carbon-free sources by the year 2050, and we are prepared to help the state achieve this goal. In doing so, we aim to utilize our projects to invest in the communities where we operate.

Currently, we have four projects under development, hundreds of local workers, strong community partnerships and the momentum to shift energy sourcing in the state. Our work in Virginia began in 1981, and it excites us to be bringing innovative clean energy solutions to the state we call home.

Impact we've made

554

Total operational megawatts (MWdc) in the state

3

Operational projects in the state

1981

Year we began operating in the state

Together with Microsoft

When Microsoft needed a partner to meet its commitment to transform its operations and create a cleaner cloud, they put their trust in us. Through the partnership, Microsoft purchased 315 MWac of solar energy from our Pleinmont I and II projects in Virginia, representing the single largest corporate purchase of solar energy in the United States at the time. The projects are part of the 485 MWac Spotsylvania Solar Energy Center and enabled Microsoft to make significant progress toward its goal of reaching 60 percent in 2020.

“The commercial operation of Pleinmont Solar I is a significant milestone on our journey to have 100 percent renewable energy supply for all our operations, including our datacenters, by 2025 and accrues to our commitment to be carbon negative as a company by 2030. The project will not only support our sustainability goals, but also provide new employment opportunities through the site’s construction and ongoing operations.” Adrian Anderson, Principal Program Manager, Datacenter Energy & Sustainability, Microsoft

Parther: Microsoft

Impact:

Part of Spotsylvania Solar Energy Center, the largest solar project east of the Rockies
Brought Microsoft one-step closer to achieving its goal of supplying its operations with 100% renewable energy by 2025
Supported Virginia in achieving its goal to produce 100% carbon-free electricity by 2050
Created more than 700 construction jobs
Creating 35 full-time equivalent, permanent jobs

How can you trust that we care about clean energy that works for you? Because we work and live here, too.

We believe in being a good neighbor, ensuring responsible renewable energy development that benefits both the environment and local communities. That’s why we partner with communities to see how we can best work together to support sustainable social and economic development.

Landowners

We present landowners with new opportunities to capitalize on the value of their land while retaining ownership throughout the project life cycle. For many, this is a welcome complement to current 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 teams and landowners work together, in partnership, from the beginning stages of site discussions, through permitting, construction, and operation. The landowner relationship with AES begins early, is built on trust and open communication and ensures the partnership is beneficial for everyone.

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Impact we're making

The stable tax revenue generated by each of our projects fund county services including education, emergency response, and local infrastructure. On top of this, we have worked hard to bring community benefits through employee volunteerism, donations and meaningful partnerships.

Project Name	Planned Capacity	Tax Revenue Generated*	Constructed Start	Expected Operational Date
Fitch Solar	200 MW	TBD**	Q2 of 2024	Q4 of 2025
Skipjack Solar Center	175+ MW	$12 Million	Q1 of 2021	Q1 of 2022
Cavalier Solar	240 MW	$21.7 Million	Q1 of 2021	Q4 of 2022
Spotsylvania Solar Energy Center	485 MW	$8.4 Million	Currently in Construction	Q4 of 2023

*Estimated tax revenue generated over the contracted life of the project

**Working with county to determine

Project information is approximate and subject to change

Proud Members of

Partnerships and memberships in the state

1st Responder Canine
Central Rappahannock Regional Library
Commonwealth Victory Fund
Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region, Inc.
Fredericksburg Agricultural Fairgrounds, Inc.
Fredericksburg Regional Alliance
Friend of Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office Community Policing
Germanna Community College Educational Foundation, Inc.
John J. Wright Educational & Cultural Museum, Inc
Mary Washington Healthcare
Rappahannock Area YMCA, Inc.
Saint Michael Athletic Boosters Club

Shannon Air Museum
Spotsylvania County Little League
Spotsylvania County Parks & Rec (Belmont Park)
Spotsylvania County Education Foundation
Spotsylvania Volunteer Fire Dept
The School Board of the County of Spotsylvania
The Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region
Thurman Brisben Center
University of Mary Washington Foundation
Virginia Community Food Connections
Spotsylvania County Schools
Surry County Historical Society