local case study
United StatesLittle Prairie Hybrid is a 135-megawatt (MWac) solar and 135-megawatt (MWac) storage development project to be located in Champaign County, Illinois. This project will span approximately 766 acres and is projected to be fully operational in summer of 2029.
Little Prairie Hybrid will bring benefits to Champaign County by generating tax revenue, the creation of local jobs, and partnerships to support local programs and initiatives.
Little Prairie Hybrid will be located in Champaign County, Illinois.
Little Prairie Solar is actively working with Champaign County and several local organizations to maximize benefits to the community. Over the lifetime of the project, the estimated local economic contribution is nearly $35 million. Of this, an estimated $780,000 is expected to go directly to Sidney Township as tax revenue, and an estimated $14.9 million will go directly to Heritage and Tolono School Districts. This financial impact is projected to be roughly five times greater than what agriculture alone could generate on the Little Prairie site.
Beyond economic contributions, Little Prairie Solar is dedicated to supporting the future of agriculture in Champaign County. The project has pledged to partner with local organizations including the Farm Bureau, FFA, and other local programs to strengthen the county’s agricultural future. The Little Prairie Project team is also exploring opportunities for onsite agricultural research and the development of pollinator-friendly habitats.