“The special panel that decides on renewable energy proposals has approved a 90.5-megawatt solar farm on about 900 acres of leased farmland in the communities of Canajoharie and Minden in Montgomery County. The $135 million Mohawk Solar project, which developers have said could be running by the fall of 2021, would produce enough power … [Read more…]
” NextEra Energy Resources has proposed a 90-megawatt solar energy project at a price exceeding $100 million using the state’s power plant siting law — Article 10 — and there’s little the town of Florida or its residents can do about it. Article 10, was passed in 2011, allows for the siting of electricity … [Read more…]
“A former town board member and local resident is voicing concerns over solar panels and decrepit homes in the town, saying he would like to see an end to them in order to better the appearance of the community. John Turner, a resident of the town for the past 78 years and who previously … [Read more…]
“Twelve projects in this area will get a piece of $1.4 billion in state money for renewable energy. Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced the awards Friday at New York University with former Vice President Al Gore. Cuomo said it is the largest commitment to renewable energy by a state to date. Nopanies with the New … [Read more…]
“Montgomery County planners are raising safety concerns regarding the construction of a solar farm in the town of Florida. The topic was raised at the county’s monthly planning board meeting despite the absence of four members. According to present board members and an alternate member, the solar farm could potentially serve as a distraction … [Read more…]
“Montgomery County Planning Board members approved the town’s of Florida Planning Board’s referral for a solar project to be built on Minaville Road. David Albrecht, of Borrego Solar Systems, attended the county planning board meeting Thursday in an effort to answer questions regarding the solar farm. The 2.8 megawatt project will be located on … [Read more…]