Duke Energy Selected Bloomington Site for 2026 Program
The company chose an 87-acre property on Fullerton Pike to market for future economic development projects.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Jobs — General
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Duke Energy has selected an 87-acre site at 3100 W. Fullerton Pike in Bloomington for its 2026 Site Readiness Program. The program markets specific properties to companies considering business expansion or relocation.
Why it matters
The site was chosen for its interstate visibility, utility access, and proximity to an employment corridor to attract new capital investment to the region. This initiative connects land owners and developers with potential industrial projects through collaborative preparation.
The property spans 87 acres and features direct ramp access to Interstate 69. This is one of three total sites selected for the program in 2026.
The players
Duke Energy
This is an American electric power and natural gas holding company that provides energy services across several U.S. states.
The details
Duke Energy collaborates with local economic development organizations to prepare sites, though this selection does not constitute a formal construction commitment. The program has supported 32 major projects since its inception in 2013.
Timeline
2013 marked the beginning of the ongoing Duke Energy Site Readiness Program.
October 1, 2026, was the date Duke Energy announced the Fullerton Pike selection.
Market Landscape
This selection follows the established pattern of the Duke Energy Site Readiness Program in prepping land for industrial use. By identifying prime locations early, the company competes to attract major capital investments that might otherwise go to rival regions.
Local residents and businesses may see increased industrial activity and job opportunities if the site successfully attracts new employers. The program itself does not change current local zoning or retail pricing for shoppers.
The takeaway
Strategic site preparation helps communities compete for large-scale industrial projects by reducing the risk and time required for new companies to relocate. Business leaders looking to understand regional growth should monitor these utility-backed readiness programs.
Further reading
For more information on the regional labor market and growth, visit Jobs — General.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Bloomingtonian - Jeremy Hogan.
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