Downstream Solar Energy Center
Downstream Solar Energy Center
The Downstream Solar Energy Center is a proposed 300-megawatt solar energy project located in Lonoke and Pulaski Counties, Arkansas that will generate homegrown energy to meet the nation's growing demand for cleaner, more affordable, reliable electricity, while creating jobs and investing in local communities.
Project Stats
The Downstream Solar Energy Center will generate clean energy, create family-sustaining jobs and make economic investments in our communities for the future.
megawatts clean power generation capacity
American homes powered
Community Benefits
Energy expansion is only possible if it works for local communities and economies. That’s why we’re committed to Lonoke and Pulaski Counties for the long term. The Downstream Solar Energy Center will help create family-sustaining jobs and local economic investment.
construction jobs supported during peak construction
full-time jobs created
additional new tax revenue
in landowner payments
Community Benefits Agreement with City of Keo
Community Benefits Agreement with Keo Collective
Project Location
Project Timeline
Every solar energy project follows a rigorous process—including comprehensive environmental, engineering and cultural studies, and thoughtful design—to ensure full compliance with all applicable regulations and best development practices.
Preliminary Studies and Land Campaign
Site Characterization and Permitting
Engineering and Pre-construction
Construction
Operations and Maintenance
Engineering and Pre-construction
Preparing for construction includes completing any remaining environmental surveys, establishing a Vegetation Management plan, working with our engineers to finalize the site layout, and executing any outstanding contracts.
About Invenergy
Invenergy is North America's largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of clean, more reliable, affordable energy solutions. Invenergy has successfully developed more than 210 projects, including natural gas, solar and wind power generation, transmission infrastructure, and advanced energy storage projects across the world. Headquartered in Illinois, Invenergy invests over $500 million annually in the home communities where its projects are located.