Why Build a Solar Farm in Columbia County?

We need to protect local environmental quality and combat global climate change.

• Solar energy can displace fossil-fueled power and avoid emissions that harm air quality and contribute to climate change.
• New York State currently gets only 26% of its electricity from clean, renewable resources like solar, wind and hydropower.
• Similar solar and wind projects are being developed throughout New York to achieve the state law requiring 100% of New York's electricity come from renewable energy sources by 2040.

The solar farm will provide economic benefits to Columbia County communities.

• Added tax revenue for school, town and county.
• Dedicates funds for volunteer fire and ambulance services.
• Construction jobs and added commerce for local businesses.
• Stabilized long-term electricity prices.
• Provide significant revenue to local farming businesses to enable them to maintain ownership of their land.

Increased power supply in Columbia County can boost electric system reliability.

• Located at a vital section of the electric grid.
• Grid-connected solar helps power system operators address high-demand periods.