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Missouri: DESRI and Ranger Power launch construction of the Show Me State Solar Park

The Show Me State Solar project, developed by DESRI and Ranger Power, has closed its financing and started construction in Callaway County, Missouri. With a capacity of 250 MWac, it will enter commercial operation in 2026, backed by a power purchase agreement with Meta.

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The Show Me State Solar project has reached a new milestone with the completion of its financing and the launch of its construction. Located in Callaway County, Missouri, this 250-megawatt (MWac) solar park is being developed by D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments (DESRI) in collaboration with Ranger Power. It is DESRI’s third project in Missouri to reach this stage, marking a continued expansion of its energy portfolio.

Secured financing and a technology partner

The project is backed by financing from a banking consortium that includes Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC), Nord/LB, Royal Bank of Canada, and Bank of America. CIBC, acting as co-coordinating lead arranger and administrative agent, plays a key role in this financial operation.

At the same time, Show Me State Solar benefits from a power purchase agreement (PPA) with a Meta subsidiary. This partnership aligns with the technology company’s energy strategy to match its total electricity consumption with renewable sources, including for its data center infrastructure in Kansas City.

Economic impact and project timeline

The construction phase is expected to create up to 300 jobs at its peak, contributing to the local economy of Callaway County. According to project forecasts, commercial operation of the solar park will begin in 2026, delivering a significant amount of energy to the regional power grid.

Ranger Power, the project’s co-developer, highlights the importance of this nearly $500 million initiative in strengthening local investment dynamics. This large-scale energy infrastructure is expected to provide stable and cost-effective electricity for the region.

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