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Local Investment. Jobs. American Energy.

Barr Energy Center Project

Barr Energy Center is an innovative energy project that's powering new possibilities for Highland County - delivering lasting tax revenue and creating good-paying jobs.

Barr Energy Center

About the Project

Barr Energy Center is an innovative battery energy storage project proposed for Highland County, Ohio that features batteries with a capacity of up to 200 megawatts. It will provide additional flexibility in managing the energy grid, helping keep the lights on when demand for electricity is at its peak. Barr Energy Center is more than batteries — it represents a significant capital investment in Ohio. It will create good-paying jobs and millions in additional revenue for the local community.

It is a subsidiary of NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, who is advancing America’s energy future with the largest and most diverse portfolio of power generation and infrastructure solutions.

Open House Dates

May 6, 2026
5:00- p.m. 7:00 p.m.
Southern State Community College (central lobby)
100 Hobart Dr.
Hillsboro, OH 45133

Project Location

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Benefits of Our Energy Investments

NextEra Energy Resources has been investing in Ohio’s economic growth and quality of life, while moving our country toward energy independence. Our subsidiaries own and operate a solar energy center and battery energy storage systems in three counties across the state. We also have projects in development. See how energy fuels long-term economic growth and enhances quality of life in your community.

Local Commitment

We're committed to building strong relationships and supporting the communities our projects call home.

At every stage of developing an energy center, from siting to construction to operations, we strive to: 

Establish a cooperative relationship with the community.

Listen to our neighbors.

Share information.

Ensure that our proposal fits the interests and priorities of the community.

Energy Reliability

The project will increase grid reliability by providing energy on demand.

Energy Independence

Storing homegrown energy in the United States helps reduce our reliance on energy from foreign countries and drives economic growth in America.

Safety

Significant design and safety improvements continue to occur as the industry grows.

Powering America

Barr Energy Center is helping power America’s future — harnessing homegrown energy to drive economic growth, create jobs and reduce our dependence on foreign oil. By storing energy right here in Ohio when it’s abundant and delivering it when needed, this project strengthens our nation’s energy independence.