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Local Homeowner Fears Solar Runoff Impact Amid Growth

9/6/2025

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  • A Campbell County homeowner worries that runoff from the Depot Solar Farm may harm his lake, regretting his support for solar initiatives.
  • The county board approved a siting agreement with New Energy Equity for the 5 MW Campbell Solar I project, serving 900 customers.
  • The agreement includes a $30,000 initial payment and annual payments based on capacity.
  • Puget Sound Energy is constructing a 142 MW solar project in Washington, creating 300 jobs.
  • Ameren Missouri plans a 250 MW solar facility near its nuclear plant for a balanced energy mix.
  • ContourGlobal's Black Hollow Sun I facility in Colorado is operational, with a total capacity of 324 MW planned by 2026, powering 73,000 homes.