RWE commissions 86 MW Ashwood Solar project in Kentucky

Ashwood Solar, RWE’s first project in Kentucky,has begun operations in Lyon County, supplying KYMEA under a 20-year PPA and supporting over 15,000 households.

By Nandini Yelabaka 28 Jun 2025 in Project Bytes Market Bytes

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Construction of Ashwood Solar supported 250 jobs, contributing to economic activity in Lyon County. Image Credit/Source: Andreas-Troll/ Pixabay

German multinational energy company, RWE has commissioned its first solar project in Kentucky, the 86 MW Ashwood Solar facility located in Lyon County. Developed initially by Open Road Renewables and Eolian, the project will supply electricity to over 15,000 households through a 20-year power purchase agreement with the Kentucky Municipal Energy Agency (KYMEA). The project created 250 local jobs during construction and is expected to contribute $6 million in state property tax revenue over its lifetime. Ashwood Solar adds to RWE’s 11 GW of U.S. energy assets, supporting local energy supply and economic growth.

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