“Officials in local government may think Marion Jaqueway is a troublesome loudmouth, and maybe they feel the same about Julie Langan. These two women, however, take a sensible approach to how Schoharie County and its towns should deal with solar companies. Ms. Jaqueway’s property borders land that’s proposed” read the entire article … [Read more…]
“The 21st Century Economy is carrying some mixed blessings for Margaret Jones. She’s among a handful of people who operate Airbnbs in this Greene County community south of Albany. State and local promotions have led to an uptick in visitors to the area, and her weekends are often booked solid. But now she and … [Read more…]
“If you want to build a solar project in Schoharie County, you’re going to be putting some money up. Up front. Frustrated by solar projects that don’t go anywhere, and alarmed by reports that New York State could be extending some $500 million in tax incentives for solar developers, supervisors are now requiring a … [Read more…]
“” read the entire article Avitabile, Matthew. The Mountain Eagle 20 December 2019. Mountain Eagle News December 20, 2019
“A solar deal that could have meant millions to Schoharie County has broken down at the finish line. Blenheim Supervisor Don Airet said Friday that NextEra Energy “has declined to move forward at the Public Safety Facility” despite it being “damn near a done deal.” NextEra was one of just a couple firms that … [Read more…]
“Whether you’re for it or against it, neighbors want to hear from you on a proposed seven-megawatt solar project in the Town of Schoharie. Supervisor Alan Tavenner and councilmen expect to begin SEQRA review of the proposal by Borrego Solar at their September 11 meeting. Citing both the town and village comprehensive plans, and … [Read more…]
“For the most part in favor of a proposal to build a seven-megawatt solar project just outside the Village of Schoharie, Mayor Larry Caza and trustees stopped short of agreeing to write a letter supporting it. Instead, they’ll spend the next month “taking the temperature” of village residents over Borrego Solar’s plans at 117 … [Read more…]
“The Schoharie Town Board received a request for a solar farm project at its June 12 meeting. The developer, Borrego Solar, presented maps and photos of the proposed 7-megawatt farm to be sited on our land — well off State Route 30 — and screened from the highway and adjoining property owners. It is … [Read more…]
“Schoharie County may have finally found a place for a solar farm: Back behind its new jail. Supervisors Friday authorized Flood Recovery Coordinator Bill Cherry to take the first step in finding out whether installing free-standing solar panels on a portion of the 102-acre Howes Cave site is possible and economically feasible. Mr. Cherry … [Read more…]
“Borrego Solar Systems, 1810 Gillespie Way, San Diego, CA 92020 (888) 898-6273 Clarification of Response: Michael Hall of Walnut Creek,CA Arron Hall of San Diego CA Chris Anderson of Peterborough,NH Bonnie Kao of Neihu, Taipei Stan Chan of Arcadia, CA Industry of Use: Energy Conservation Offering: $6,000,000 Finders Fee: $320,000 Issue date: 07-27-2009” … [Read more…]