Local Leaders, Community Groups, Celebrate American Manufactured Clean Energy supporting a 150 MW Winfield Solar Project in Missouri

This major milestone adds energy to the local grid underscores American manufacturing and energy independence for Lincoln County

Lincoln County, Mo. — Local leaders, community groups, and landowners joined executives from Qcells and Cordelio Power today to celebrate the newly energized Winfield Solar Project, a 150-megawatt (MW AC) facility located in rural Lincoln County, Missouri. The project achieved commercial operations last month, meaning the solar farm is now fully on-line and is generating revenue for local landowners while delivering clean and affordable electricity. The project represents a significant investment in America’s energy future—delivering homegrown clean power and strengthening the nation’s energy independence.

Under a 15-year power purchase agreement, 100% of the electricity generated by the Winfield project will be delivered to Microsoft, helping the tech leader meet its growing energy needs with renewable power and keeping other energy sources on the grid for the families and small businesses of Missouri.
The Winfield project was designed and constructed by Qcells, which served as the project’s Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) provider. Importantly, the project includes solar modules manufactured in Qcells’ Georgia facility, underscoring the role of American workers and American innovation in building a more resilient grid.

“We are grateful for the partnership with this community, Cordelio Power, and Microsoft to provide this homegrown solution for Missourians,” said Chris Hodrick, CEO of Qcells’ EPC Division. “ Qcells is committed to powering communities nationwide with solar panels manufactured right here at home. As energy demand grows, we are showing that we can make it in America, for America, and by American workers.”

The project also delivers meaningful economic benefits to rural Missouri farmers and landowners. Many have leased or sold land for the project, gaining a new source of income and long-term stability.

At a time when energy demand is surging and straining the grid for homeowners, businesses, and farmers, the Winfield project’s 150 MW of clean energy will directly support Microsoft’s operations—reducing stress on the local grid and showcasing the power of solar to deliver reliable, affordable energy where it’s needed most.
The Winfield Solar Project demonstrates how domestically manufactured energy solutions can create jobs, deliver reliable power, and provide economic opportunity for rural communities—showing what’s possible when American innovation and American workers lead the way.