Big Muddy Solar Project
Big Muddy is an American energy project located in Jackson County, Illinois. The facility is currently under construction and is anticipated to be fully operational in 2026. Once completed, Big Muddy will help meet our country’s rapidly growing demand for electricity by delivering reliable, affordable, locally generated energy. It will strengthen the local economy and support public services through tax revenue, job creation, and long-term investment, while providing the electric system with the capacity needed to keep Illinois homes and businesses powered.
Responsible development that protects the land is central to Arevon’s approach, as shown at Big Muddy Solar. There, Arevon is planting carefully selected vegetation, developed with plant and soil scientists, to stabilize soil, limit invasive species, and support lasting habitat for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
Back to all projectsEconomic and Environmental Benefits
250
Construction Jobs
Supporting competitive wages with a focus on local hiring
Leased Land, Preserved
Avoiding permanent changes while protecting the land for future generations
2.3+ Billion Gallons
Water Saved Annually
Conserving vital resources
168,000+ Metric Tons
CO2 Emissions Avoided Annually
Improving public health
Prioritizing Safety
Solar energy is one of the safest forms of power generation available, utilizing durable, weatherproof, and glare resistant panels. Arevon procures solar panels that pass strict testing protocols under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure to ensure that, even if damaged, the panels are nonhazardous to people and the environment.
Strengthening Communities
At Arevon, we don’t just develop energy projects — we show up, we listen, and we act as partners to the communities that make them possible. That means more than delivering electricity. It means supporting local priorities through volunteering, event sponsorships, and direct community investments.
As part of our long-term commitment, Arevon allocates a portion of each project’s capital cost to community benefits. We focus our resources on three key pillars: alleviating food and housing insecurity, supporting education with a focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), and promoting public health and safety.
Information and Resources
News and Insights
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Arevon Secures $183 Million Debt Package for its Big Muddy Solar Project in Illinois
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Arevon’s 124 Megawatt Big Muddy Solar Project Advances Construction in Illinois
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Arevon’s Big Muddy Solar Project Opens Murphysboro Office, Expands Community Support
Press
Arevon Energy Breaks Ground on 124 MW Big Muddy Solar Project in Illinois
Insight
The Power Beneath the Panels: How Pollinator Habitat Helps Feed America
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Solar Panel Safety and Environmental Footprint
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Understanding Utility-Scale Solar Design and Installation
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