Martin County Solar Project is one of the first U.S. large-scale solar projects located on a former coal mine site in Appalachia. It is Savion’s first developed, constructed, owned, and operating project in Kentucky, and Savion’s second project to operate. Permitting for Martin began in 2020 with a Certificate of Construction secured from the Kentucky State Siting Board in late 2021. Construction started in October 2023 with operations beginning in January 2025. Martin interconnects into Kentucky Power’s Inez substation already located on-site as it quietly generates renewable energy during its 40-year lifespan.
Savion’s award for work completed on Martin County Solar Project
Developing this unique facility on the former Martiki Coal Mine was an exceptional opportunity for Savion to make a positive impact. Kentucky has a rich history of energy generation in the U.S. and continues to demonstrate its commitment to powering the county through creative solutions.
214,162 monofacial solar panels
Single-axis trackers
38 inverters
