Treaty Oak Clean Energy, alongside local officials, economic development leaders and community leaders, celebrated the ceremonial groundbreaking of the 100-MW Redfield Solar Project in Grant County, Arkansas. The project’s energy will be purchased by a single off-taker through a long-term power purchase agreement.
The Redfield Solar Project will expand Arkansas’ power generation capacity at a time when affordable, reliable electricity is more critical than ever for businesses and families. By diversifying the state’s energy mix, the project will provide cost-effective, dependable power while driving economic growth in the local community.
“This project is much more than a solar facility,” said Chris Elrod, co-founder and CEO of Treaty Oak Clean Energy. “It’s a significant investment in the people, businesses, and future of Grant County. From the beginning, our goal has been to be a good neighbor — working closely with county leaders, local businesses, and residents to ensure this project benefits the entire community.”
Primoris will lead construction, with high-voltage services provided by Dashiell Corp. Once operational, the project will provide two to three long-term, high-paying jobs for ongoing operations and maintenance.
“We’re glad to welcome Treaty Oak Clean Energy to Grant County for this important project,” said Grant County Judge Randy Pruitt. “Their investment will bring in steady tax revenue that will go toward fixing roads, strengthening our schools, and keeping essential services running for our community.”
As part of its commitment to the community, Treaty Oak presented a $100,000 donation to Grant County Library Director Jessica Reeves and Judge Pruitt to support the renovation of the Grant County Library.
Prioritizing Arkansas-sourced materials
The Redfield Solar Project will incorporate Arkansas-manufactured materials, strengthening local supply chains and maximizing economic benefits across the state. The steel for the advanced Nextracker NX Horizon-XTR terrain-following solar tracker systems will be sourced from U.S. Steel’s Big River Steel Mill in Osceola, while key components such as connectors and harnesses will be supplied by Premier PV in Crossett.
“By sourcing materials from right here in Arkansas, we are supporting the local industries and workforce that make projects like this possible,” said Chris Elrod, CEO of Treaty Oak Clean Energy. “This investment demonstrates our commitment to the state’s economy and the long-term benefits that clean energy development can bring to communities.”
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