Eloy, Arizona
Kitt Solar
Kitt Solar is a solar project under development in the city of Eloy, Pinal County, Arizona. The project will feature a photovoltaic solar array (no mirrors) and battery system with a generation capacity of up to 100 MWac.
Kitt Solar will produce enough clean, affordable electricity to power over 20,000 homes, day or night.
RECENT UPDATES
Welcome! This website was created to serve as a place for Eloy residents and others interested in the Kitt Solar project to find accurate, up-to-date information. We look forward to working with the community to build a successful project that boosts the local economy and helps Arizona meet its clean energy goals.
Please see the aerial site map for a better sense of the project’s location.
The Kitt Solar project footprint has been thoughtfully designed to minimize visibility of the project from Eloy residents and Interstate 10.
Project Snapshot
LOCATION
Eloy, AZ
View the site map here
SOLAR PV CAPACITY
Up to 100 MWac
PROJECT SIZE
Approximately 640 acres of private land
DEVELOPER
Avantus (formerly 8minute)
POTENTIAL JOB IMPACT
Up to 400 well-paying construction jobs and 6 permanent operations positions
COMMUNITY BENEFITS
Sponsorships and contributions in partnership with local organizations to support facilities, programs, and services in Eloy.
STATUS
In January 2024, the Eloy City Council approved the Kitt Solar project by granting its Conditional Use Permit (CUP). Construction is anticipated to begin in 2025.
Local Benefits
Avantus, formerly 8minute, has deep experience in developing utility-scale solar energy projects in the Western United States. With every project, we strive to collaborate with nearby communities to advance meaningful benefits for community members.
Community Involvement
Avantus is committed to being a good neighbor, which means taking the time to understand Eloy’s values and becoming a contributing member of the community.
Economic Opportunities
Like other similar-sized projects Avantus has developed, Kitt Solar will create economic benefits for Pinal County and the Eloy community, including local jobs and local tax revenues.
Environment
Kitt Solar is estimated to offset more than 200,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide a year, equivalent to taking 45,000 cars off the road.
About Avantus
Avantus is shaping the future by making reliable, low-cost clean energy a reality. Founded in 2009, our legacy of leadership in next generation solar energy includes developing one of the nation’s largest solar clusters and one of the first solar plants to deliver energy for less than fossil fuel prices back in 2016.
Our team is committed to building safe, high quality and sustainable projects in partnership with utilities, landowners, communities, and other key stakeholders. We have brought online over 2,000 megawatts (MW) of solar across the Western United States and Texas. These projects have created thousands of direct and indirect job opportunities and continue to generate tens of millions of dollars in local tax revenue. We are proud of the relationships we’ve built and the track record we’ve earned and hope to expand upon this success with the Kitt Solar Project.
