Summer Shade Solar

Welcome to Summer Shade Solar

Summer Shade Solar

Overview

An up-to 106 MW photovoltaic solar—plus storage facility
Sited within Metcalfe County
Interconnect: 161 kV Summer Shade Substation
Projected Construction Start: Q2 2026
Target Commercial Operation Date: Q2 2028
Project life: 30 – 40 years

Community Benefits

Job
Opportunities
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Construction
• Project will create up to 250 family-wage jobs

Operation
• The project could provide up to six long-term project related jobs.
Tax
Revenue
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Summer Shade Solar will contribute an estimated minimum $2.6 million in local tax revenue through an Industrial Revenue Bond and Payment in Lieu of Tax agreement.
Additional Benefits
of Solar
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• Enhanced grid resilience by integrating renewable energy.

• Support for local businesses, including suppliers, restaurants, and other service providers during construction.

• Vegetation management, potential for agrivoltaics including sheep grazing under the solar arrays and pollinators, promoting soil health and sustainable land management practices.

About Candela

Candela Renewables an accomplished team of utility-scale solar power and storage developers.

Diverse Technical Expertise

Over 25 years of experience at every stage of development. Flexibility across a range of solar and storage technologies.

Proven
Track Record

Our team is responsible for over 50 utility-scale solar projects and more than 8,000 MW across their careers.

Robust
Portfolio

  • Over 6,000 MW in various stages of development, construction, and operation throughout the United States
  • Nationwide presence in 7+ states
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