Invenergy announced on July 9th that the 250 MW Fairbanks Solar Center located in Sullivan County, Indiana, has entered commercial operation. Invenergy led the development and construction of the facility, which has been acquired by Northern Indiana Public Service Company (NIPCO).

Michael Kaplan, Senior Vice President of Development at Invenergy, stated, "We are honored to collaborate with North Indiana Public Service Corporation (NIPCO) and the local community to put the Fairbanks solar project into operation - the first of multiple projects developed by Invenergy in Sullivan County. Indiana is leading the energy future with diversified energy technologies, thereby enhancing the power grid and local economy. ”

The Fairbanks solar project provides enough electricity to meet the electricity needs of over 50000 American households and businesses, and has created nearly 275 local jobs during construction. Invenergy Services provides operation, maintenance, and factory services for the facility and employs four full-time employees. The facility will also invest over $125 million in the local community of Sullivan County throughout its entire lifecycle.

Sullivan County Commissioner Bob Davis said, "By bringing more investment and funding to Sullivan County, Invenergy's project enables us to fund county-level services and better serve local communities. I am pleased to see Sullivan County playing a greater role in Indiana's energy leadership. ”

Fairbanks Solar is Invenergy's second solar power plant in Indiana.