Speedway Energy Center represents a significant investment in Shelby County’s future. The project is expected to contribute meaningfully in taxes, supporting public schools, infrastructure, first responders, and other essential community services.
The development and construction of Speedway Energy Center will create local jobs and support the regional economy through the purchase of goods and services. Once operational, the project will require a small number of permanent employees.
By storing affordable energy and delivering it during peak demand periods, Speedway Energy Center can help stabilize our grid, reduce strain during high-use hours, and support a more reliable energy system. For Shelby County, this project is a practical tool for meeting growth while keeping affordability and reliability at the center of the conversation.
Speedway Energy Center is a project of DESRI, a leading renewable energy company that develops, owns, and operates utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage projects across the United States.
As long-term owners, DESRI focuses on creating value throughout every stage of a project’s life cycle, including development, construction, financing, and operations.
Since 2010, DESRI has partnered with communities and stakeholders nationwide to advance a cleaner energy future. The company has developed a diversified portfolio spanning 22 states, with over 11 GW of generation capacity—enough to power nearly 2 million homes.