AES Distributed Energy is a leader in energy generation through the development of solar PV and solar + battery energy storage systems.
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ABOUT US
AES Distributed Energy specializes in developing, owning, and operating distributed generation solar PV projects and solar PV combined with energy storage projects. AES Distributed Energy is a trusted energy partner delivering reliable and affordable power to municipalities, utilities, corporate, and commercial and industrial customers. Click on the logo above to learn more about AES Distributed Energy.
OUR PROJECTS
AES Distributed Energy has actively been developing solar PV and solar plus storage projects since 2009. We have more than 350 MW of operating solar and solar + storage projects in the United States with 200+ more MWs in development and under construction. Our success is evident in our many operating facilities, our long-term business relationships, and our satisfied customers. Click on the logo above to learn more about our projects.
LANDOWNERS PORTAL
Site selection is the first step in determining a successful solar facility. AES Distributed Energy identifies project sites based on geographical characteristics, direct solar potential, and proximity to electric power infrastructure. Our relationships with communities and landowners is the foundation for long-term partnerships and high-performing arrays. Click on the logo above to learn more about solar development on your land.
CHANNEL PARTNER
Working with channel partners allows AES Distributed Energy to leverage its immense financing capabilities and extensive experience as an owner operator of generation assets. Our most valued channel partners have a keen understanding of permitting, interconnection and contract negotiation, and truly are ‘partners’. When challenges arise throughout a project’s lifecycle, we work with our development partners to find creative solutions that benefit our customers.
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OUR PORTFOLIO

Hawai‘i Feed-In-Tariff Solar Portfolio
The State of Hawaii has established aggressive goals to increase its renewable and clean energy production. With a goal to generate 100 percent clean energy by 2045, the state has implemented regulation, processes, and programs designed to increase renewable energy...
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Kaua’i Island Electric Cooperative Solar + Storage Peaker Plant
Lawa’i Solar 28 MW DC PV + 100 MWh, 5-hour Battery Energy Storage System In December 2018, AES made history when it inaugurated the 28 MW PV + 100 MWh five-hour duration BESS Lāwaʻi Solar and Energy Storage project, the world’s largest operational...
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St. Lawrence University Solar PV Array
A 20-year partnership between St. Lawrence University and AES Distributed Energy will help further the university in its carbon-neutral goal, as well as yield $1.5 million in savings over the next two decades. The partnership will reduce the...
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National Renewable Energy Laboratory Testbed Facility
At the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) located in Colorado, AES Distributed Energy (AES DE) recently completed the construction of a solar + battery energy storage system (BESS) testbed facility. The testbed system is comprised of 240kW PV and 500kWh...
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