GRS will build a 235 MW solar plant for Acciona in Kentucky
GRS has signed an agreement with Acciona Energía to develop Fleming Solar Farm , a 235 MW solar plant in Kentucky, USA. The project will position the facility among the largest photovoltaic developments in the state and strengthen both companies' presence in the US energy market.
In addition, the construction will generate approximately 300 jobs during its peak phase. The project will also have a positive impact on the Fleming County economy through local hiring, business activity, and tax revenue associated with the facility.
Fleming will be one of Kentucky's largest solar plants
Specifically, the Fleming solar project will have an announced capacity of 235 MWp. Acciona Energía expects the facility to become operational in May 2028 after progressing with construction and preliminary work over the coming months.
Due to its size, the solar plant will expand the photovoltaic capacity available in Kentucky, while at the same time allowing Acciona Energía to increase its US portfolio with a new large-scale generation asset.
According to the company, Fleming will become its fifth photovoltaic plant in the United States and its eighteenth renewable energy installation in the country. Acciona Energía had approximately 3 GW of installed renewable capacity in the United States when it announced the project's progress.
The Fleming solar project reinforces GRS's expansion
Furthermore, the contract holds special significance within GRS's US strategy. The company belongs to the Gransolar Group and specializes in the comprehensive execution of solar power plants through engineering, procurement, and construction services.
With Fleming Solar Farm, GRS will surpass 400 MWp of cumulative capacity across completed projects and plants currently under construction in the United States. This activity is distributed among six facilities developed by the company in the country.
The company also has an international portfolio of nearly 5 GW. The Fleming project expands its exposure to the United States, a market that GRS considers important within its international growth plans.
GRS will integrate solar engineering and technology in Fleming
At a technical level, different companies from the Gransolar Group will participate in the execution of the solar plant.
GRS Engineering will be in charge of the engineering work for the project, while PV Hardware will supply and install the AxoneDuo Infinity solar trackers.
Solar trackers will seek to increase production
These systems allow the orientation of the panels to be modified throughout the day to improve the use of available radiation.
In large-scale photovoltaic installations , this type of technology can help increase energy capture during different operating hours. Fleming will use panels mounted on solar trackers as part of its technical configuration.
The solar plant will generate around 300 jobs
At the same time, Fleming Solar Farm will have direct repercussions on the county's economic activity.
During the peak of construction activity, up to 300 jobs are expected to be created. Acciona Energía has also indicated that it will prioritize local companies, contractors, suppliers, and services whenever possible.
Furthermore, the facility is projected to generate tax revenue throughout its operational life. This revenue can contribute to the funding of services and infrastructure in Fleming County.
Once operational, Acciona's project page estimates between five and seven permanent jobs associated with the facility.
Acciona Energía increases its solar presence in the United States
Meanwhile, Fleming joins a US renewable portfolio that Acciona Energía has been expanding through solar, wind and storage systems projects .
The company is also developing other photovoltaic projects in Kentucky. This activity reflects the growing importance of solar energy within its generation strategy in the United States.
Globally, Acciona Energía reached 14,604 MW of installed renewable capacity during 2025. Of that figure, 4,271 MW corresponded to photovoltaic technology.
Fleming strengthens GRS's position in the US market
Finally, the award allows GRS to gain scale in one of the world's largest energy markets while expanding its experience in large-scale solar projects.
The project combines construction, engineering, and technology supply within the same business group. This structure allows Gransolar to participate in various stages of Fleming Solar Farm and expand its activity within the utility-scale solar power plant segment .
With 235 MW of announced power, around 300 jobs during construction and a planned start-up in 2028, Fleming becomes a key piece for the growth of GRS and Acciona Energía in the United States.
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