Swan Energy Center
650 MW in Bates County, Missouri
About the Swan Energy Center
Clearway Energy Group is partnering with independent, local landowners to build the Swan Energy Center in Bates County, Missouri. Located on an old strip mine near the Kansas border, this new solar facility will generate economic power throughout the county.
The project will also deliver low-cost, reliable power into the regional grid. The energy output from the plant will be enough to meet 200,000 average US homes' electricity use each year.
Clearway strives to be a good, long-term neighbor by taking care of the land and getting involved in the community. Please get in touch with any questions or comments using the form below, or by emailing swan@clearwayenergy.com.
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Building a stronger Bates County
The Swan Energy Center is bringing new energy infrastructure, job opportunities and revenue for public services into Bates County.
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Best-in-state PILOT agreement: Swan Energy Center expects to contribute more than $2 million dollars each year to fund local services through a 30-year PILOT with Bates County. The agreed-upon PILOT will start at $3200 per megawatt per year, the highest in the state of Missouri, and increase over time. This will help keep investment local to provide significant funding for schools and other county services.
New support for townships: To ensure that benefits from the Swan Energy Center reach surrounding townships in addition to the county at large, Clearway has agreed to make an up-front $1 million direct contribution to help townships purchase new emergency equipment. Clearway will additionally provide $264,000 to township road and bridge departments across the county each year for the first ten years.
Job opportunities: The solar farm will create 450-500 construction jobs during peak, creating opportunities for local workers. Several long-term technician positions will be available once the project comes online.
Landowner partnerships: Clearway has partnered with local families to lease land south of Amsterdam in northwestern Bates County. These landowners will earn reliable income for decades while preserving their land for future generations.
Clearway as your community partner
As committed long-term members of every community we join, Clearway strives to support non-profits and organizations that serve our new neighbors. In Bates County, we are providing an up-front $1 million contribution to the county to help purchase new emergency equipment for townships.
Once Swan Energy Center comes online, our local full-time staff will have an annual budget for supporting local organizations close to home. Clearway's projects and offices donated $1.4 million in communities around the US in 2025.
Caring for the land & our neighbors
The Swan Energy Center is committed to being a respectful, long-term community member. That means being a thoughtful steward of the land and a considerate neighbor. Learn about our best practices for making a positive impact.
Learn how partnering with Clearway is helping these family farmers preserve their land and legacy at our Texas Solar Nova project.
Clearway as your community partner
As committed long-term members of every community we join, Clearway strives to support non-profits and organizations that serve our new neighbors. In 2025 alone, we donated $1.4 million in project communities around the United States. Our signature Adopt-A-School Program has partnered with more than 50 schools to date.
In Bates County, we are proud supporters of the Lily's House shelter, and are seeking to form non-profit partnerships as our project advances. Get in touch to tell us about your initiative or non-profit.