March 21, 2025 Update

Since mobilizing on 2/27 and beginning work in Ford County, most of our activity is focused on preparing the land for upcoming construction, including grading and spring seeding. Additionally, we are working on the construction of permanent roads (in the array) and creating sediment basins to manage runoff. Looking ahead over the next two weeks, our efforts will continue with additional clearing, grading, seeding work, and trenching for utilities.

March 20, 2025 Update

Earthrise Energy is partnering with US Fish and Wildlife, Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program, to convert land outside the fence of the Gibson City Energy Solar Project to prairie restoration habitat. In total, approximately 350 acres in Ford County will be seeded with native grasses and wildflowers. Approximately 75 acres were seeded this past week, successfully wrapping up Phase I. 

March 10, 2025 Update

Our general contractor, Burns & McDonnell, mobilized on 2/27 and have begun work in Ford County. Right now, their activity is focused on preparing the land for upcoming construction, including grading and spring seeding. Over the next two weeks, our efforts will continue with additional clearing, grading, and seeding work. As the project progresses and major equipment starts arriving, we will continue to update this website with details on deliveries using county roads to keep the community informed.

2024 Update

We are thrilled to be only a few weeks away from the start of construction for Gibson City Energy Center Solar 2. This milestone wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible support of our community and we want to extend our sincere gratitude. Our general contractor, Burns & McDonnell, will be mobilizing on-site in March 2025, with construction expected to take approximately 18 months. 

Over the course of construction, we will periodically post updates to the website on the status of construction and any anticipated traffic disruption. Safety is a top priority for us, and we are taking all steps necessary to ensure a safe construction process.