What is The Gipper Solar Farm?
Gipper Solar Farm is a 255 MW solar energy facility under development in Whiteside and Rock Island Counties in Illinois. Developed by Scout Clean Energy, Gipper Solar will bring jobs, economic development, and tax revenue to Northwestern Illinois.
Gipper Solar Facts
Location
Gipper Solar Farm is under development in Rock Island and Whiteside Counties in Illinois, where it will be sited on roughly 2,000 acres of locally owned land.
Size
Gipper Solar Farm is planned at 255 MW, large enough to power more than 40,000 Illinois homes annually.
Investment
Gipper Solar Farm represents an estimated $380 million in total investment, bringing economic benefits to local communities in the form of tax revenue, jobs, and lease payments to local landowners.
Project Benefits
Gipper Solar will bring a number of benefits to Whiteside and Rock Island Counties, including:
Jobs
In addition to temporary construction jobs, the project will create permanent maintence positions, bringing long-term jobs to the community. Gipper expects to create over 200 construction jobs and up to 20 full time positions.
Economic Boost
Gipper Solar Farm will generate roughly $40 million in property tax revenue for the community over the life of the project, as well as increased patronage to local businesses, particularly during construction.
Local Landowner Revenue
Gipper Solar Farm provides lease revenues to participating landowners over the life of the project, creating new revenue streams for them and their families for decades.
Property tax revenue estimated to be generated by Gipper Solar for Local Fire Departments
$4 Million
$21 Million
Property tax revenue estimated to be generated by Gipper Solar for Local Schools
$380 Million
Total economic investment in Gipper Solar
$40 Million
Total property tax revenue estimated to be generated by Gipper Solar across all taxing districts
Gipper Solar's
Economic Impact
Gipper Solar represents a significant investment in the local community. The project will generate millions in property tax revenues for local communities, including schools and first responders.
A Community Partner
Gipper Solar Farm is committed to building long-term partnerships in the community, creating opportunities and supporting local businesses and initiatives. Gipper has already proudly supported the following organizations and events:
Frequently asked questions
About Scout Clean Energy
Scout Clean Energy is a leading renewable energy developer-owner-operator headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, responsible for the development of 1,600 MW of operating and under construction renewable energy assets across the United States.
Starting with initial conversations with potential landowner partners and continuing throughout a project’s lifespan, Scout develops projects with a personal commitment to ensure the value of the project is realized by our communities, our partners, and more.