ABOUT AC RANCH SOLAR
AC Ranch is a 400 MW utility-scale solar project located on more than 2,000 acres in Lea County, New Mexico. The project will deliver reliable clean energy while generating long-term economic value for the region across two development phases:
PHASE 1
SCHEDULED TO COME ONLINE IN 2026
PHASE 2
SCHEDULED TO COME ONLINE IN 2027
COMMUNITY BENEFITS
AC Ranch provides local economic growth and educational support through multiple community benefits:
400MW
OF CLEAN SOLAR ENERGY
The project will enhance energy diversity and resilience across the local grid.
2,000+
ACRES DEVELOPED
Lease payments to the New Mexico State Land Office will directly support schools for the hearing and visually impaired.
$500M+
PROJECTED INVESTMENT IN LEA COUNTY
Over $500 million in taxed project investment benefitting Lea County, Hobbs Schools, and New Mexico Junior College.
500+
LOCAL JOBS CREATED
The project will create 500+ jobs during construction and 5-10 jobs during operations by hiring local trades and workforce.
OUTREACH
GIVING BACK TO THE LOCAL COMMUNITY
AC Ranch supports local institutions, including sponsorship of the NMJC Foundation Golf Tournament.
ENERGY ONLINE DATES:
TIMELINE
PHASE 1 – 2026
PHASE 2 – 2027
