Energy Express Project

The Energy Express Project is a utility-scale energy initiative developed by Seven States Power Corporation in partnership with Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW). It will deliver approximately 110MW of solar generation and 100MW of battery storage, helping provide clean, reliable, and affordable power to the Greater Memphis region.

The project will be built across roughly 630 acres in the Memphis area, carefully selected to balance grid accessibility, land use, and environmental considerations. The site will be designed to minimize community disruption and maximize long-term local benefit.

The project will benefit the Greater Memphis area by: 

• Enhancing the American workforce by creating up to 100 construction and engineering jobs and sourcing. domestically manufactured products
• Creating energy efficiency and carbon reduction for the surrounding land through greenhouse gas reduction targets. 
• Delivering reliable, abundant, and affordable enrgy that will modernize the existing electric grid.
• Providing the lowest cost financing awarded to the Tennessee Valley for new generation. 

The Energy Express Project is being financed through a $439 Million award from the USDA New ERA Program, which includes a $415 Million 0% interest loan and $24 Million in no-match grant funding. This federal investment significantly lowers the overall cost of the project, enabling Seven States and MLGW to deliver clean, reliable solar and battery storage resources to the Memphis region without placing additional financial burden on local ratepayers.

The Energy Express Project will help cut greenhouse gas emissions by reducing dependence on peaking fossil fuel plants.  Cleaner air and fewer emissions will improve public health and environmental quality in nearby neighborhoods and across West Tennessee.

The solar array will generate electricity during daylight hours, while the battery energy storage system will store excess power and release it when demand peaks — such as in the evening or during outages. This combination improves grid efficiency, and ensures a steady supply of clean energy.

The Energy Express Project is a collaborative effort led by Seven States Power Corporation in partnership with Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW). Seven States will develop, own, and operate the solar and battery storage facilities, while MLGW serves as the local utility partner ensuring the clean energy produced directly supports customers across the Greater Memphis region. The project is also supported by the USDA New Empowering Rural America Program, whose financial backing makes this large-scale renewable energy investment possible for the community.

Seven States Power Corporation will maintain an online project platform with regular updates, construction milestones, and a contact form for questions or feedback (below). This ensures transparent communication and gives residents a direct channel to engage with project leaders throughout development and operation.