AES’ Keydey Solar project is a planned solar facility in Charles City County, Virginia. Keydet Solar is the second phase of the Skipjack Solar project, which completed construction in 2021.
Project overview
120 MW AC / 157 MW DC
Enough clean energy to power approximately 20,014 Virginia homes annually
Charles City County, Va
Project details
- Approximately 450 acres of land will be developed
- Dominion Energy customers 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
Proposed project timeline
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.
2,146 MWh
Carbon-free electricity generated each year, improving air quality and reducing CO2 emissions
$20 million
Expected to be generated in $20.2 million in cumulative county revenue over the facility’s anticipated 35-year operational life.
198 jobs
Expected to be created during peak construction
Clean energy benefits local communities
- Long-term tax revenue to counties, towns and school districts
- Job creation during construction and operation
- 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 funding to area 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 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 and its environmental consultant conducted a preliminary assessment of the environmental conditions at the site based on a review of publicly available maps, studies and previous environmental reports prepared for the property. More detailed information is being obtained through due diligence and site-specific studies, as well as community feedback and will be used to inform the design process.
The project design will seek to avoid and minimize environmental impacts to the extent possible. Best Management Practices (BMPs) will be implemented to further minimize impacts throughout the Project lifecycle.
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 understand how we can best work together to support sustainable social and economic development that complements the local geography and unique culture, to improve lives and build stronger communities.
- AES sponsors STEM education programs within Charles City High School and provides resources for students to participate in science and technology programs. We were proud to recognize a Charles City County High School student for winning the Solar Guru Award at the Kidwind Challenge hosted by the Sustainable Energy Center at James Madison University.
- Sponsored Charles City High School student and educator field trips.
- Donated to the Charles City County High School Food Bank.
- Sponsor of the Charles City County Summer Concert Series.
AES is a proud member and partner of
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Virginia Chamber of Commerce
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University of Richmond
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Virginia Association of Counties
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Virginia Renewable Energy Alliance
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Virginia Community College System
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Virginia Tech
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SHINE/SVCC (Solar Hands-on Instructional Network of Excellence)
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KidWind Challenge, Center for the Advancement of
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Sustainable Energy, James Madison University
Project updates
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Meet your AES team
For each team member, please provide the below. The project team typically includes a development manager, permitting SME, and stakeholder relations manager.
Kyle Neahr
Senior Project Manager
Craig Haldeman
Construction Manager
Richard Lambert
Stakeholder Relations Manager
Contact us
We want to hear from you! We appreciate your interest in AES’ Keydet Solar project.
Phone number: 804-829-7234
Email: VAstakeholderrelations@aes.com