Michael Kaplan, senior vice president of development at Invenergy, recently highlighted the successful collaboration with NIPSCO and the local community that led to the launch of the Fairbanks Solar facility, marking an important milestone as the first of several Invenergy projects in Sullivan County, Indiana. This facility represents Invenergy’s second venture into solar energy within the state.
In addition to Fairbanks Solar, Invenergy is actively developing the Trade Post Solar Energy Center, which is currently under construction and is slated to commence commercial operations in 2026. The company is also in the early development stages of the Sycamore Riverside Energy Center, which will utilize natural gas.
Expanding its solar endeavors, Invenergy recently broke ground on the 240MW Pleasant Prairie Solar Energy Center in Franklin County, Ohio, which is projected to create around 300 jobs during its development phase, continuing through early 2027. Blattner has been appointed as the EPC contractor for this initiative.
Earlier in June 2025, Invenergy successfully commissioned the 250MW Hardin III Solar Energy Centre in Ohio. The electricity generated at this facility, along with its associated renewable energy credits (RECs), has been contracted for sale to Microsoft under a power purchase agreement (PPA). This follows the previous commissioning of the 150MW Hardin I and II projects in the same region, which began operations earlier this year, supplying power to Meta.
Moreover, Invenergy launched commercial operations this year at its 300MW Delilah I Solar Energy Center located in Texas, which is situated across Lamar and Red River Counties, securing vital virtual power purchase agreements (VPPAs) with two prominent automakers.
According to recent statistics from the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), Indiana has a total installed solar capacity of 4.20GW, with projections indicating an impressive growth of an additional 12.43GW over the next five years. This significant increase places Indiana as the sixth state in the nation for solar growth potential, showcasing the state’s commitment to advancing renewable energy initiatives.
Overall, Invenergy’s proactive investments in solar energy not only contribute to sustainable energy solutions but also create job opportunities and stimulate regional economic growth. This positive trend reflects a broader commitment to renewable energy, paving the way for a greener future.