Plano Skies Energy Center

Plano Skies Solar Project is PROUD to present this year’s to benefit . Come out to the event on Sept.15-17 at Raging Waves Water Park in Yorkville, IL. Join us in support of veterans, first responders, and their amazing BBQ competition teams as they battle it out all weekend to claim prizes for best BBQ! Who doesn’t love a BBQ competition (YUM!), food trucks, bands, silent auction/raffle, and a carnival?!?!? For more information about the event, please visit www.mzhh.org/sws2023/

Plano Skies Energy Center is set to bring a massive boost to Kendall County’s tax base and economy – this money generated from the project will have a direct, positive impact on the community. Plano Skies is anticipated to contribute over $2 million a year to Kendall County and over $3.5 million to the City of Plano alone. Learn more:

Home | Plano Skies • The land west of Little Rock Road will be removed from the project area based on community feedback, drainage considerations and engineering considerations.

Solar is one of the most economical forms of electricity generation. According to new research, the transition to wind or solar “would be at least 35% cheaper than running over 75% of the existing coal plants.” Read more about how solar development can save costs for consumers below:

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If built, Plano Skies Energy Center will generate up to 250 MW of clean, reliable energy. That’s the equivalent of 20,000-60,000 average Illinois homes. By adding solar and other renewable energy sources to the energy mix, we are building a diverse electrical system and a stronger grid, all while lowering costs for consumers.

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Did you know Plano Skies Energy Center would generate millions in local tax revenue, create new jobs, and provide a low-cost source of energy? Comment below if you are excited about this opportunity in Kendall County!

Solar power is not only environmentally and economically beneficial to local communities, it also supports something Americans value highly: freedom and independence. By allowing Kendall County landowners to exercise their private property rights, Plano Skies Energy Center would be an economic boost to the community and support the energy grid for consumers. Learn more about the project on our website.

Home | Plano Skies • The land west of Little Rock Road will be removed from the project area based on community feedback, drainage considerations and engineering considerations.

Plano Skies Energy Center is expected to provide millions in new tax revenue for Kendall County over the project’s life. This is much needed funding for essential services in the County. Take a look at the breakdown of who exactly benefits from this important funding.

☀️ Over $2 million to Kendall County
☀️ Over $3.5 million to the City of Plano
☀️ Over $20 million to Plano School District #88
☀️ Over $1.9 million to Little Rock-Fox Fire Protection District

* Note that these figures are based on a 250 MW project with a 35-year lifespan.

Have questions about Plano Skies Energy Center? Visit the project website to find specific information about the project and the benefits of solar. Submit your questions via our contact form, and our project team will reach out to you directly.

Home | Plano Skies • The land west of Little Rock Road will be removed from the project area based on community feedback, drainage considerations and engineering considerations.

Wishing you a joyous holiday season, Kendall County! May your homes be filled with love and laughter.

It’s a common misconception that solar panels don’t produce energy during the winter months due to snowfall. Solar panels are tilted at an angle, so snow is able to slide off on its own. Additionally, dark solar panels are designed to attract and trap heat, helping to melt the snow from the panel.

Having snow on the ground can actually increase the productivity of solar panels thanks to the Albedo Effect, where part of the sun’s light hits the earth's surface and is reflected back into the atmosphere. More and more panels are able to capture this reflected sunlight on the back of the panels and use it to produce electricity.

Let it Snow: How Solar Panels Can Thrive in Winter Weather Winter is here and many parts of the country have already seen snow. Although at first blush it may seem that solar power is ideal for the summer, solar panels actually produce useful power throughout all four seasons — including when they're covered...

Solar projects are silent energy (and revenue) generators. Other than the inverters and tracking monitors that produce a low hum, the facilities are quiet. The hum can’t be heard outside of the fence line, which makes solar a very quiet neighbor!

Did you know that solar energy facilities can actually be beneficial to local bird populations? Solar facilities allow birds and other local wildlife to flourish right where they are. Read more about how solar can benefit birds here:

Why Solar Power Is Good for Birds Solar energy is a boon for the environment, but some methods can be harmful to birds and other wildlife. Here's how to go solar safely.

Thank you Plano IL Area Chamber of Commerce and Cedardell Golf Club for hosting a fantastic lunch-and-learn session for Chamber members. The Plano Skies Energy Center Team had a great time discussing the ways the project could benefit the Plano area community. Special shoutout to ALFIE's BBQ Cooking for providing the delicious eats!

Plano Area Chamber of Commerce – Where business and community unite. About the Chamber The Plano Area Chamber proudly serves the Plano and surrounding area businesses and community. Who Are We The Chamber of Commerce is a group of business owners looking to network, grow, and generate leads for their businesses.  Chamber Members are active in many events and activit...

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Solar panels make good neighbors. Since solar panel components are enclosed in a solid matrix, there are no emissions or pollution to the air, water, or ground – this means they are safe for the environment. The trace amounts of materials found in solar panels are also recyclable and would instead be wasted byproducts of mining if not used safely and effectively in panels. Because the casing of solar panels is made of glass and aluminum, solar panels do not burn if they are involved in a fire. And, they are designed to withstand extreme weather conditions and support the energy grid throughout the project's 30+ year lifespan. Additionally, ground-mounted solar arrays are permitted to protect public water supplies, wetlands, and other water resource areas.

Did you know that jobs in clean energy are a huge source of employment in the Prairie State? More than 120,000 folks from Illinois were employed in the industry at the end of 2021, more than the number of lawyers, accountants, web developers, and real estate agents in the state combined. Furthermore, the number of solar energy jobs grew by 10.2% in 2021. Plano Skies Energy Center is proud to be a part of the renewable energy industry and plans to employ up to 300 people during construction, plus a handful more during operations. Read more about clean energy jobs in Illinois here:

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Solar technology has improved greatly over the past few decades, making it almost impervious to severe weather events like hurricanes and tornadoes. In this article, read how the solar-powered community of Babcock Ranch in Florida was able to withstand the heavy rain and wind of last month’s Hurricane Ian, without losing power:

A 100% solar community in Florida suffered no power losses from Hurricane Ian Just 12 miles from Fort Meyers, Babcock Ranch was built with climate resiliency in mind.

In addition to being safe and compatible with agricultural and rural residential uses, solar energy facilities exist in harmony with wildlife and the environment. Solar panels produce no emissions, waste, odor, or by-products and are non-toxic energy facilities. Plano Skies Energy Center will contribute to our nation’s energy needs while being a good neighbor.

Snow, rain, or shine, solar panels are still generating electricity! Solar technology has improved a lot over the last decade to make solar a reliable source almost anywhere. While a panel’s output will be highest on clear, sunny days, solar radiation hits the panels even when there are clouds in the sky. Modern panels feature bifacial technology, which allows them to absorb radiation on both the front and rear sides of the panels to produce energy––this is especially beneficial in snowy winters since the sunshine radiation that is reflected from the ground is particularly strong in snowy weather.

Kudos to Plano IL Area Chamber of Commerce for last week’s successful Scarecrow Scramble! Plano Skies Energy Center was proud to be a sponsor of this annual event at Cedardell Golf Club, which supports Chamber programs.

On this we’d like to wish area farmers a safe and bountiful harvest season. Farmers provide our country with food, fuel, and energy. Thank you, farmers!

Plano Skies Energy Center will provide new, high-paying job opportunities for Plano residents. The project is still in the development phase, but the project team would like to connect with local business owners and laborers who might be interested in working on the project. Visit the link below to get in touch:

Service Opportunities | Plano Skies If you are interested in providing services for the Plano Skies Solar Project, or interested in potential employment, please fill out the form below, and we will add you to our list. Thank you for your support of solar energy!

Utility-scale solar projects like Plano Skies Energy Center do more than just provide direct positive impacts to their host communities. They also create indirect positive impacts to local businesses such as restaurants, hotels, gas stations, entertainment venues, equipment rental, and other goods and services providers. It’s a win-win!

One of the advantages of locating a solar project on land that’s already cleared for farming is that there are typically relatively few adjustments that need to be made to the site itself. Farmland is relatively flat with few to no trees to remove in order to accommodate the equipment.

This also makes it easier to restore the site to its original condition when a project is decommissioned. Farmers are constantly turning pastures, grass areas, and even woods into farm ground. Returning land that hosted solar panels to farming use would be similar.

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Happy Labor Day to the hard-working folks across the country!
We especially want to thank the 443,000 Americans who work in the clean energy industry, and we hope you enjoy your day of rest.

Did you hear? Plano Skies Energy Center has a new project map! Based on feedback from local residents, city officials, drainage considerations, and engineering considerations, we’ve adjusted the project footprint to ensure Plano Skies remains a good neighbor to its community. Check out the map below:

Plano Skies Energy Center is expected to provide millions in new tax revenue for Kendall County over the project’s life. This is much needed funding for essential services in the County. Take a look at the breakdown of who exactly benefits from this important funding.

☀️ Over $2 million to Kendall County

☀️ Over $3.5 million to the City of Plano

☀️ Over $20 million to Plano School District #88

☀️ Over $1.9 million to Little Rock-Fox Fire Protection District

* Note that these figures are based on a 250 MW project with a 35-year lifespan.

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While a utility or large energy user may sign a contract to virtually receive the energy produced by a renewable energy project, the physical energy gets delivered to the closest location on the electrical grid demanding energy. The energy could be used locally, statewide, or in neighboring states. Some of the power generated by this project will flow into homes and businesses in the area. It’s common for local utility companies to purchase renewable energy from projects within their service territory.

Adding solar and other renewable energy sources to the grid will ultimately result in lower wholesale energy prices, which helps keep rates low for consumers. Additionally, solar energy offers power at peak hours when electricity prices are the most expensive. Therefore, solar energy often reduces peak hour pricing while offering a hedge against rising fuel costs such as coal and natural gas. To learn more about how the grid works, see here:

INFOGRAPHIC: Understanding the Grid Our new infographic shows how electricity is generated, transmitted and distributed for use in our homes.

Did you know Plano Skies Energy Center will contribute to the local and statewide tax bases throughout the life of the project. Like any commercial business, Plano Skies Energy Center will pay property taxes. This is money that can provide more funding for schools, roads, first responders, and other key programs that serve the public. Having Plano Skies Energy Center in the community will not change the taxing structure, it will only bring more tax revenue to the area.

We had a great time at the Back To School Color Run! Thanks again to Plano IL Area Chamber of Commerce for putting on this fun event.

Plano Skies Energy Center will provide new, high-paying job opportunities for Kendall County residents. The project is still in the development phase, and we are still working with local leaders and officials. However, the plan is to use local labor if available. If you are interested in working on Plano Skies Energy Center, visit the link below to get connected:

Service Opportunities | Plano Skies If you are interested in providing services for the Plano Skies Solar Project, or interested in potential employment, please fill out the form below, and we will add you to our list. Thank you for your support of solar energy!

Utility-scale solar projects like Plano Skies Energy Center are a no-brainer when compared to other forms of development. Unlike other forms of development, solar facilities are a temporary form of land use, and the land is restored once the project is decommissioned.

Compared to other development opportunities like housing, solar projects directly benefit communities through landowner payments, job creation, and stable revenue to local taxing bodies. And, they generate indirect positive economic impacts for local businesses and supply chains by bringing new business to restaurants, gas stations, hotels, stores, and more.

We've been hearing a lot of questions about whether Plano Skies Energy Center will receive subsidies from the federal government, and we wanted to set the record straight.

Plano Skies Energy Center will be fully funded by private investors. This makes solar projects a wonderful opportunity for rural communities and U.S. infrastructure since the investments to improve our energy grid come from private companies.

When it comes to tax incentives, all forms of energy are currently subsidized in the U.S. That being said, solar energy is one of the lowest-cost new energy sources on the market, even without subsidies. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Q3Bxri