A New Renewable Energy Project for Bollinger and Cape Girardeau Counties

Location
Bollinger and Cape Girardeau Counties, Missouri
Current Status
Currently in development phase with operations anticipated in 2028.
Project Size
200-megawatt solar and 200-megawatt battery storage project delivering American-made, reliable energy to Missouri’s grid.

By the numbers

Missouri homes powered annually with electricity generated by Scopus Solar.

Full-time, long-term jobs in Missouri once operational.

Years of ongoing operation that delivers reliable energy to the state.

What Scopus Solar Means for Bollinger and Cape Girardeau Counties

Scopus Solar is a solar and battery energy storage project in Bollinger and Cape Girardeau Counties, developed by Vesper Energy. We engage directly with local officials, landowners, community members, emergency services, and local agencies throughout the life of the project. In creating a dependable project in Bollinger and Cape Girardeau Counties, we anticipate the creation of steady jobs, reliable revenue, and sustained investment into the community for decades to come.

What Scopus Solar Means for Bollinger and Cape Girardeau Counties

Scopus Solar is a proposed solar and battery energy storage project that combines solar generation with battery storage to deliver American-made electricity to the region, bolstering the electric grid and reducing dependence on out-of-state energy sources.

Local Tax Revenue

New tax revenue for Bollinger and Cape Girardeau County schools, public health services, first responders, and roads.

Affordable Energy Prices

Electricity generated in Missouri, for Missouri, feeding directly into the grid to help stabilize energy in the state as demand increases for clean, reliable power.

Employment Opportunities

Construction jobs for local and regional workers during the build phase and full-time, skilled operations positions throughout the life of the project.

Project Timeline

Scopus Solar will continue moving forward in phases, with opportunities for community input throughout the process.

Phase 1 Current Phase

Planning & Studies

Environmental, engineering, and permitting reviews.

Phase 2

Local & State Review

Continued coordination with agencies and local leaders.

Phase 3

Construction

Short-term local job opportunities and onsite activity.

Phase 4

Operations

Up to 50 years of clean energy production and storage.

Project Location

The project is located on private land in Bollinger and Cape Girardeau Counties, Missouri.

Your Questions Matter

We know that a new project raises real questions about land use, traffic during construction, and what happens decades from now when the project ends. We’re here to answer those questions honestly. Our team is available to meet with residents, attend community events, and respond directly to concerns. The FAQ below covers the questions we hear most often. If yours isn’t there, please ask us directly by Submitting a Question.

Scopus Solar is a proposed solar and battery energy project in Bollinger and Cape Girardeau Counties, Missouri. The project combines solar generation with battery storage to deliver American-made electricity to the region, bolstering the electric grid and reducing dependence on out-of-state energy sources.

All equipment will be removed under a decommissioning and reclamation plan that is backed by a financial bond.

Vesper Energy is always available to answer your questions. Please contact us directly at info@scopusrenewableenergy.com at any time. Our community affairs team responds to all questions from Bollinger and Cape Girardeau County residents. We know that staying available and transparent is how trust gets built.

Scopus Solar generates significant benefits for the community, contributing over $13 million in new tax revenue to support local schools, fire departments, and families, while creating hundreds of well-paying jobs.

Have a Question About the Project?

We’re here to help. Our team is available to answer questions and provide clear, straightforward information about the project, its benefits, and how it supports the energy futures of Bollinger and Cape Girardeau Counties.