“False beliefs about renewable energy are harming the environment. I say this as someone who championed renewable energy for over two decades—first as executive director of a green building non-profit, then as CEO of a consulting firm specializing in clean energy, and most recently as founder of a cleantech startup. I thought my efforts … [Read more…]
“A 28- acre solar farm in St. Lawrence County has gotten approval for a 30-year payment in lieu of taxes or PILOT plan. PILOT is a New York state program that allows municipalities to make long-term payment agreements with businesses in place of regular tax payments. It will require Source Renewables, the owner of … [Read more…]
“Developers about to submit plans for a 250-megawatt solar project in the town through the state siting process have notified local officials of plans to propose a second, 100-megawatt, solar project in Glen. ConnectGen, over the past year, has been developing its proposal for the 250-megawatt Mill Point Solar Project that would span approximately … [Read more…]
“The Biden administration is trying to speed up the permitting process for high-voltage power lines as part of its drive to promote renewable energy. The changes—which include giving the federal government more authority to intervene in state-level permitting decisions—are meant to expedite the approval of new transmission lines, which often encounter regional opposition and … [Read more…]
“As corporate demand for renewable energy soars, that is creating new tensions in farm country. One issue pitting some neighbors against each other is where to site large solar power developments. Some farmers embrace the steady income they can generate. Others worry about taking farmland out of production. From member station WYSO in Yellow … [Read more…]
“John and Patty Miller of Duanesburg celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on Saturday, Dec. 18, 2021.” read the entire article Altamont Enterprise 29 December 2021.
“State and federal law enforcement agents hoped for a confession. But Seattle energy consultant Martin Shain wasn’t playing ball. Agents from the Oregon Department of Justice and the FBI investigating an Oregon solar power project last September persuaded another player in the case to telephone Shain in hopes he would incriminate himself. Agents wanted … [Read more…]
“Friends of the victim in a Guilderland manslaughter case are speaking out about the loss of a good friend who they say was also a huge advocate within the LGBTQ community. News10’s Anya Tucker spoke with Soriya Conliffe and Ryan Ramdass who shared their thoughts and memories of their friend Kentish “Ken” Bennett.” … [Read more…]
“In an advance that could dramatically improve the productivity of solar panels in cold climates, a University of Michigan-led team has demonstrated an inexpensive, clear coating that reduced snow and ice accumulation on solar panels, enabling them to generate up to 85% more energy in early testing. The proposed coating solution is claimed to … [Read more…]
“Some residents of the Packwood and Serven Road area, where the Trelina Solar Energy Center will be built, are asking questions about the solar panels. They want assurances that the panels will not contain environmentally hazardous chemicals or materials. The 80 megawatt project was approved for a certificate of environmental compatibility and public need … [Read more…]