Shawnee Project Phoenix

Shawnee Project Phoenix demonstrates how TVA is leading the way in transforming closed coal ash sites into energy assets to meet growing energy demands and preserve farmland and greenspace.

How It Works

TVA is in the process of closing a 309-acre coal ash site at the Shawnee Fossil Plant using a patented closure cap system called ClosureTurf®. The technology provides the capability for an innovative approach to building solar generation on closed landfills and impoundments. Solar panels can be directly attached to the engineered turf foundation using a system called PowerCap™ that maintains the integrity of the closed site. TVA is completing appropriate environmental reviews and regulatory requirements.

Why It Matters

Shawnee Project Phoenix is one part of TVA’s aggressive plan to meet the needs of a growing region by investing in new generation. This project also provides an innovative reuse option for a closed coal ash site, capitalizing on the proximity to existing transmission infrastructure and enabling future potential opportunities to support solar additions at other closed coal ash sites.

The Big Takeaway

Shawnee Project Phoenix demonstrates how TVA is leading the way in transforming closed coal ash sites into energy assets to meet growing energy demands and preserve farmland and greenspace.