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Construction to begin on $2 million, nearly 7K sq. ft. addition to solar farm in Hamlin
By Erica Garner at BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
HAMLIN, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Construction is set to begin soon on a $2 million addition to solar farm in Hamlin that will be nearly 7,000 square feet. Swenson Solar Farm has filed permits to break ground on their Operations and Maintenance building at their facility on the 1700 block of CR 171 Aug...
Key takeaway Swenson Solar Farm has filed permits to break ground on their Operations and Maintenance building at their facility on the 1700 block of CR 171 August 1.
Why this matters in Abilene News
The expansion of the Swenson Solar Farm in Hamlin with a nearly 7,000 square foot Operations and Maintenance building signals a significant investment in renewable energy for the Abilene area. This $2 million project will likely create new job opportunities in the region, both during construction and in the long-term maintenance of the solar farm. As the city of Abilene and Taylor County continue to grow, initiatives like this one will be crucial in meeting increasing energy demands while reducing reliance on non-renewable sources. The addition of this new facility will also enhance the overall efficiency of the solar farm, allowing it to generate more clean energy for local residents and businesses. With construction set to begin soon, residents can expect to see new economic activity in the area surrounding the solar farm, potentially stimulating further development in the region.
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Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News ·
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What is this story about? HAMLIN, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Construction is set to begin soon on a $2 million addition to solar farm in Hamlin that will be nearly 7,000 square feet. Swenson Solar Farm has filed permits to break ground on their Operations and Maintenance building at their facility on the 1700 block of CR 171 Aug...
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