Clearway Energy
& Lincoln County
Local Development • Steady Investment • Private Partnership
Clearway Energy's Commitment to Lincoln County
Fostering Responsible Development
Clearway Energy is developing a solar farm that would benefit Lincoln County for years to come. Projected to be at least 175 megawatts, the solar facility will help meet local energy needs and growing electricity demand across the region.
We are committed to working with Lincoln County and meeting all requirements outlined in the local ordinance, including screening from residential properties, setbacks from roads and property lines and posting a decommissioning bond.
Beyond Solar Energy
Investing in Lincoln County
$3 Million Community Benefit Fund
Upon reaching the construction phase, Clearway will create a $3 million Community Benefit Fund to be managed by Lincoln County community members to respond to public needs. The purpose of this fund is to provide benefits to Lincoln County residents, organizations, community and causes. The fund represents Clearway’s effort to be a positive contributing member of communities we work within. This fund would not be associated with the Fiscal Court or elected officials.
$16 Million in New Revenue
The proposed project is projected to pay at least $600,000 annually and nearly $16 million over the project life to Lincoln County taxing jurisdictions. This is based on our latest proposed PILOT (payment-in-lieu-of-taxes) rates as of September 2025. See our FAQ for more details.
Supporting Private Property Rights
The project would only be sited on private land leased by willing landowners who are making decisions about how they use their property. These leases bring in stable income every year and can make a huge difference for farmers wanting to keep their farm in the family.
Regulations & Permitting
The Path Forward
As of September 2025, the permitting process has not yet begun for this project. This process, which will take place over the next one and a half years, will ensure responsible siting, safety and extensive public involvement.
The project would need to obtain local, state and federal permits before it can begin construction. The state permit process also requires decommissioning bonds, plans to remove project equipment, and rehabilitation of the land to a substantially similar state as it was before the project.
About Clearway
A Leading American Power Producer
Clearway is one of the largest energy companies in the United States. We are creating rural American energy jobs, investing in communities where we work and live, and producing domestic, reliable and affordable power. Our fleet includes 11.8 GW of gas, battery storage, solar, and wind assets across 26 states—enough to power 2 million American homes.
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Information for Lincoln County
We will be hosting public open houses in the coming months as the project begins its permitting process, to share more information on solar energy and introduce our team.