Geronimo Power Breaks Ground on Jackson County Solar in Michigan

125-MW project located in Jackson County, Michigan is anticipated to contribute more than $70 million in direct economic impact

MINNEAPOLIS, Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Geronimo Power (Geronimo) announced today the start of onsite construction at its 125-megawatt (MW) Jackson County Solar (Jackson) project in Jackson County, Michigan. Jackson will join the previously announced MiSolar Portfolio (MiSolar) in nearby Clinton and Monroe counties and will expand the company's presence within the Midwestern Independent System Operator (MISO) market to nearly one gigawatt (GW).

"As a company founded on a farm in the rural Midwest, I'm thrilled to see our MISO footprint continue to grow," said Joe Ibrahim, Vice President of Construction at Geronimo. "The addition of the Jackson project to our Michigan portfolio will bring more than $70 million in total economic benefit. This is significant when you consider the impact that will make for local residents and communities – we're proud to be part of that story."

Once operational, Jackson is anticipated to produce $28 million in new tax revenue over the first twenty years, which will be distributed to local counties, townships and school districts. Barnhart Energy Company (BEC) is constructing the project, which is estimated to sustain approximately 300 construction and service jobs.

"We've enjoyed serving Geronimo Power on the Jackson County Solar project and are proud to help bring this milestone to life in Michigan," said Jeff Bowin, CEO of BEC. "It's a testament to what's possible when vision and execution align with collaborative problem-solving. A true one-team culture. We're grateful for the trust placed in us as their EPC partner."

Geronimo has had a longstanding presence in the MISO region, with a history of developing projects that deliver vital energy infrastructure across the Midwest. Most recently, the company announced the addition of its 250-MW Portage Solar project in Wisconsin. In total, Geronimo has developed more than 2.5 gigawatts (GW) of clean energy within the MISO market, delivering more than $275 million in new tax revenue to local communities.

Anticipated to begin operations next year, Jackson is expected to generate enough clean, renewable energy to provide the equivalent electrical usage of an estimated 33,600 homes each year. Using the United States Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) greenhouse gas equivalencies calculator, the project is estimated to offset carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by 161,300 metric tons annually – the equivalent of removing an estimated 37,600 cars off the road for one year.

About Geronimo Power
Geronimo Power (formerly National Grid Renewables) develops, owns and operates large-scale power assets throughout America's Heartland, including solar, wind and energy storage. As a farmer-founded and community-focused business, Geronimo Power equips landowners and rural communities with sustainable revenue to ignite local economic growth. To learn more about Geronimo Power, visit www.geronimopower.com or follow the company on LinkedIn.

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