Minneapolis, MN (June 11, 2025) – Geronimo Power has announced the official start of operations at its Ross and Fayette Solar Projects, adding a combined 167.5 megawatts (MW) of clean energy generation capacity across Ross, Fayette, and Highland counties in Ohio.
The Ross County Solar project will produce 120 MW, while the Fayette Solar project contributes 47.5 MW. These developments join the previously operational Yellowbud Solar project and mark a significant step forward in Geronimo Power’s growing renewable energy footprint in the region.
In total, the Ross and Fayette Solar Projects are projected to generate $29.5 million in new tax revenue, benefitting local counties, school districts, emergency services, and the state’s PILOT (Payment in Lieu of Taxes) Program.
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The announcement comes on the heels of Geronimo Power’s recent groundbreaking for two additional Ohio-based solar farms—Dodson Creek and Sycamore Creek. Once fully operational, the five projects will collectively deliver over 675 MW of clean, renewable energy to Ohio’s grid.
Duane Ross, a landowner involved in the Fayette project, emphasized the positive local impact. “I have lived in the area for more than 45 years and have found the nearby solar facilities to provide a welcome change to my community,” he said. “The Ross and Fayette solar projects will provide essential revenue streams for residents in this area, and I hope to see more solar projects producing clean energy in the future.”
Ross and Fayette Solar Projects Background
The Ross Solar Project spans portions of Ross and Highland counties and was developed with significant input from local stakeholders to ensure long-term benefits for surrounding communities. It occupies former agricultural land and integrates environmentally responsible design, including native vegetation plantings and wildlife corridors.
The Fayette Solar Project, located in Fayette County, similarly reflects Geronimo Power’s commitment to sustainable energy development and rural economic support. Both projects began construction in 2023 and created hundreds of local construction jobs during their build-out phases. Now operational, they are expected to power tens of thousands of homes annually with clean electricity, while supporting Ohio’s broader transition to renewable energy.
