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Connecticut's Solar Farm Expansion: Balancing Climate Goals and Rural Land

Connecticut's Solar Farm Expansion: Balancing Climate Goals and Rural Land

Hartford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · The Daily News Now!

April 2, 20261m 46s

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Governor Ned Lamont visits Connecticuts largest solar farm, expressing concern over the loss of farmland and open space. The states balance between clean energy and rural land protection is questioned. A proposed 30 MW expansion faces opposition from residents and local officials. Lawmakers introduce a bill to allow towns to block new solar farms over 100 MW. The Siting Councils approval process is criticized for not considering property values and local voices. As Connecticut pursues green power, the debate between climate goals and hometown concerns intensifies.

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