Geronimo Power, formerly National Grid Renewables, has commenced onsite construction of the 125 MW Jackson County Solar project in Michigan. The development expands the company’s footprint within the Midwestern Independent System Operator (MISO) market to nearly 1 GW of renewable energy capacity. Earlier this month the company brought online the 120MW Ross and 47.5MW Fayette Solar Projects online in Ohio.
Clean Energy Impact
Once operational, the solar park will generate enough electricity to power approximately 33,600 homes annually. It is also expected to offset 161,300 metric tons of CO₂ emissions each year, equivalent to removing about 37,600 cars from the road, according to the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Economic Benefits
The project will deliver an estimated $70 million in overall economic impact, including about $28 million in new tax revenue over the first 20 years of operation. These funds will support local counties, townships, and school districts. Construction is being led by Barnhart Energy Company (BEC), sustaining nearly 300 construction and service jobs.
Geronimo’s Regional Growth
The Jackson County Solar project follows Geronimo’s recent announcement of the 250 MW Portage Solar project in Wisconsin. In total, Geronimo has developed over 2.5 GW of clean energy in the MISO region, contributing more than $275 million in new tax revenue to local communities.
Project Timeline
The Jackson County Solar project is expected to be operational in 2026.
Project Factsheet – Jackson County Solar
- Developer: Geronimo Power (formerly National Grid Renewables)
- Capacity: 125 MW
- Location: Jackson County, Michigan
- Market: Midwestern Independent System Operator (MISO)
- Construction Contractor: Barnhart Energy Company (BEC)
- Jobs Created: ~300 (construction and service)
- Homes Powered: ~33,600 annually
- Carbon Offset: 161,300 metric tons CO₂ per year
- Economic Impact: USD 70 million
- Tax Revenue: USD 28 million over 20 years
- Expected Completion: 2026
