CleanTechnica•about 2 months ago
Shawnee County “Open for Business” in 3-0 Vote on Utility Solar & Batteries
Key Takeaway
Shawnee County's new permitting framework for utility-scale solar and batteries creates a clear pathway for new clean energy development and access to cheaper power for large consumers.
AI Summary
- •Shawnee County, Kansas, unanimously approved a new ordinance establishing a comprehensive permitting framework for utility-scale solar and battery storage.
- •This decision lifts a previous moratorium, opening the county for significant new development opportunities in clean energy projects.
- •The policy change is expected to facilitate access to cleaner and cheaper energy sources, benefiting developers and large power consumers.
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Article Content
Advocates celebrate public engagement and clean energy benefits of jobs, health, and affordability. TOPEKA, Kansas — Today, the Shawnee County Commission voted 3-0 to approve an ordinance for utility-scale solar that moves beyond their initial moratorium toward a comprehensive, permitting framework, expanding the opportunity for cleaner, cheaper energy sources to ... [continued] The post Shawnee County “Open for Business” in 3-0 Vote on Utility Solar & Batteries appeared first on CleanTechnica .