Hardin III Solar Energy Center

Completed

The Hardin III Solar Energy Center is a 250MW utility-scale solar project located in Hardin County, Ohio. It is Invenergy's third solar project in the county and is majority owned by WEC Energy Group. Microsoft will purchase the electricity and renewable energy credits under a long-term power purchase agreement. The project generated $180 million in local investment and created over 350 construction jobs, with four permanent roles for long-term operations and maintenance. Invenergy Services will manage the facility under a long-term O&M agreement. The project uses American-made solar panels produced by Illuminate USA, a manufacturer majority-owned by Invenergy.