A New Renewable Energy Project for Kaufman and Hunt Counties

Location
Kaufman and Hunt Counties, Texas
Current Status
Status
Currently in development phase with commercial operations expected in March 2028.
Project Size
250-megawatt utility-size solar and 250-megawatt / 500 megawatt-hours battery storage facility spanning approximately 1,758 acres, delivering American-made, reliable energy to the Texas grid.

By the numbers

Construction jobs at peak build, with workers supporting the local economy by spending at businesses, restaurants, and service providers.

Years of ongoing operation that delivers reliable energy to the state

What Mystic Springs Renewable Energy Means for Kaufman and Hunt Counties

Mystic Springs Renewable Energy is a proposed utility-scale solar and battery energy storage project in Kaufman and Hunt 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. Our goal is to create a dependable project in Kaufman and Hunt Counties, bringing steady jobs, reliable revenue, and sustained investment into the community for decades to come.

What Mystic Springs Means for Kaufman and Hunt Counties

Mystic Springs Renewable Energy is a proposed utility-scale solar and battery energy storage project that combines solar generation with battery storage to deliver American-made, reliable electricity to the Texas grid, supporting long-term grid reliability and local economic development.

Local Tax Revenue

New tax revenue for Kaufman and Hunt Counties’ schools, hospitals, community colleges, roads, and local government operations.

Affordable Energy Prices

Electricity generated in Texas, for Texas, feeding directly into the grid to meet the state’s growing energy needs.

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

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

Phase 1 Complete

Planning & Studies

Environmental, engineering, and permitting reviews.

Phase 2 Current Phase

Local & State Review

Continued coordination with agencies and local leaders.

Phase 3

Construction

Short-term local job opportunities and onsite activity.

Phase 4

Operations

40+ years of safe, low-impact clean energy production and storage.

Project Location

The project is located on private land in Kaufman and Hunt Counties, Texas.

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.

Mystic Springs Renewable Energy is a proposed utility-scale solar and battery energy storage project in Kaufman and Hunt Counties, Texas. The project combines solar generation with battery storage to deliver American-made, reliable electricity to the Texas grid, supporting long-term grid reliability and local economic development.

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

As Texas continues to experience population growth and increasing electricity demand from data centers, manufacturing, and residential development, projects like Mystic Springs provide essential new generation and storage capacity to keep the grid reliable and resilient.

Mystic Springs will generate sustained tax revenue for essential local services in Kaufman and Hunt Counties and will create jobs and opportunities for local workers and businesses.

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

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 Hunt and Kaufman Counties.