Solar
SOLAR POWER-CLEAN, AFFORDABLE ENERGY FROM THE SUN
Solar panels harness the energy from sunlight and turn it into sustainable electricity. Solar power uses a limitless, renewable resource and doesn’t use water or create pollution. Solar energy is widely regarded as among the safest forms of utility-scale electricity generation. Solar panels are quiet, with few moving parts, and silicon-based solar panels contain no hazardous waste. Further, all utility-scale electric generation facilities are heavily regulated at the local, state, and federal level to ensure that they operate in a safe and reliable manner.
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DESIGNING A SOLAR PROJECT WITH THE COMMUNITY IN MIND
Solar projects are carefully designed to produce as much clean energy as possible. Key considerations in the design and development process include the amount of sunlight an area typically gets, the availability of suitable land, and access to transmission lines. The layout of each project can take years to finalize and involves a team of engineers, environmental specialists, transmission experts, and development staff who engage with the local community to ensure the project is a success.