A major step toward expanding Louisiana’s renewable energy capacity will take place next week as D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments (DESRI) and Cleco Power break ground on a new 240-megawatt solar power facility in DeSoto Parish.

The groundbreaking ceremony for the Dolet Hills Solar Power Facility is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 14, 2025, at 11 a.m. at 1005 Shamar Patrice Road in Mansfield. The project, once completed, will stand as one of the largest solar developments in the state, providing cost-effective and reliable clean energy to Louisiana residents.

According to project officials, the facility represents a significant investment in the region’s energy infrastructure and marks another milestone in the state’s transition toward renewable power sources.

DESRI and its affiliates specialize in developing, acquiring, owning, and operating long-term contracted renewable energy assets across the United States. The company’s portfolio currently includes 70 solar and wind projects with a combined capacity exceeding ten gigawatts. More information can be found at http://www.desri.com.

Cleco Power LLC, a subsidiary of Cleco Corporate Holdings LLC, is a regulated electric utility serving approximately 295,000 customers across Louisiana. With eight generating units and a rated capacity of 2,676 megawatts, Cleco Power provides both retail and wholesale energy services. Visit http://www.cleco.com for details.

Members of the public and local officials are expected to attend the ceremony, which celebrates a joint effort to expand sustainable energy production and economic growth in DeSoto Parish.

Media Contacts:
DESRI Media — media-inquiries@desri.com
Cleco Power Media — news@cleco.com