Ticonderoga’s solar boom
By Tim Rowland
Proliferation of projects leaves some asking 'how much is too much?'
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By Tim Rowland
Proliferation of projects leaves some asking 'how much is too much?'
State and federal agricultural leaders weighed in on Adirondack Park solar arrays, farm labor shortages and more.
The Adirondacks is one step closer to hosting the state’s first “build ready” solar project and the largest in the park.
Array of 62,000 panels would be installed near former Superfund site
Scenic Hudson has built a mapping tool to help municipalities with siting large-scale solar projects. It could be used in the Adirondacks.
The Adirondack Park Agency approved the sixth large-scale solar facility in the Town of Ticonderoga. A hearing is set for June 2.
Better communications service is coming to the Town of Inlet, something more than 200 commenters said is much needed.
Board members voice concerns about aesthetics, impacts
Should all projects come to fruition, Ticonderoga will have installations generating 32.5-megawatts of solar power.
Lacking regulatory jurisdiction, the Adirondack Park Agency instead is considering becoming an adviser and host of public meetings on solar development.