Project overview
Expected project timeline
- Development – Siting – Permitting 2021-2026
- Construction 2027-2028
- Operations 2028
Economic and environmental benefits
We believe in being a good neighbor by ensuring responsible renewable energy development that benefits both the environment and local communities without burdening existing infrastructure.
Clean energy benefits local communities
- Long-term tax revenue to counties, towns and school districts
- Job creation during construction and operations
- Landowner income diversification, keeping land in the family
- Local economic stimulus during construction
- Affordable, reliable, locally produced clean energy
- Improved air quality and reduced CO2 emissions
- Social impact partnerships for community organizations and non-profits
- 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
Best practices in responsible and sustainable development
At AES, safety is our highest priority, and we’ve been 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 renewables economy and reducing foreign dependence.
Partnering with communities for the future of energy
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.
Project updates
- Community Open House on October 23, 2023 at Franklin Community Center from 5:30-7:30 PM
- Community Open House on April 2, 2024 at Franklin Community Center from 5:30-7:30 PM
Meet your AES team
Scott Groux
Developer Manager
Lauren Colwell
Permitting Project Manager
Katie Haarsager
Stakeholder Relations Manager
Claire Spitz
Stakeholder Relations Analyst
Contact us
We want to hear from you! We appreciate your interest in AES’ Birch Coulee solar project.
Phone number: 800-579-7734
Email: MNStakeholderrelations@aes.com
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