Siting large or utility-scale solar projects can be challenging, balancing the availability of land with interconnection costs and local regulations. Land use laws — most frequently zoning ordinances — are often exploited as an effective tool to impede the growth of renewable energy. [5]Despite statutes and supporting case law preventing municipalities from denying solar projects from moving forward, courts continue to grant leeway to challengers. This tactic is being used nationwide to stop renewable energy projects — sometimes led by well-organized groups allegedly funded by fossil fuel interests[12]. [12] See An activist group is spreading misinformation to stop solar projects in rural America .

Source: The Guardian July 06, 2023 13:16 UTC