Invenergy developing solar energy, battery project in Washington County

WASHINGTON COUNTY — Invenergy is developing a solar energy and battery storage project in Washington County.

Quinn Gorman, developer at Invenergy, told the Washington County Board at its June 10 meeting that Invenergy has been developing this project for several years now. He said they were in the county on June 10, meeting with several landowners and also introducing themselves to several county board members. 

“We’re here tonight to learn more about the community and look forward to meeting you all,” Gorman said.

In a follow-up email, Gorman said that they are in the early stages of developing a solar energy and battery storage project in Washington County. He said Invenergy, U.S.-owned and headquartered in Illinois, has completed development on 21 energy facilities in the state that invest nearly $75 million into local Illinois communities every year. He said as long-term community partners, they are committed to having a sustained positive impact where they live and work. He said that they’ve appreciated the chance to speak with county leaders about the economic benefits of energy projects, as well as Invenergy’s commitment to safety and stewardship of the land around all its project sites. 

“Collaboration and community is at the heart of what we do, and we appreciate the opportunity to engage with county leaders and residents so we can keep lines of communication open from the start. We look forward to continuing the conversation about the benefits of our project for Washington County landowners, neighbors, and communities,” Gorman said.