The solar project will provide cost-effective solar energy and an additional, renewable energy source to the region. Located on private land in Limestone Township, the project will utilize land in a long-term agreement with private landowners in an environmentally responsible way and will return the land to agricultural use at the conclusion of the project’s life.
Limestone Solar | Harnessing the Sun
Project Benefits
Long-term payments
Long term payments in the form of local taxes and lease payments to Limestone Township and Limestone Solar landowners.
Construction jobs
80 jobs or more for the project over 12 months of construction — heavy equipment operators, electricians, laborers, and many other types of construction contractors. Best efforts will be made to hire local subcontractors and construction labor.
Economic jolt
Increased demand for local vendors and services, including lodging, food services, gas, groceries, and others.
A new partner
Pattern Energy will be a good neighbor and will provide sponsorships and support for community groups and initiatives throughout the life of the project.
Project Details
Location and size
800 acres of land for the project located on private land. Land under the solar panels will be a mix of native grasses and local plants to encourage pollinators.
Power output
The solar project will generate 80 MW of electricity yearly, enough to power roughly 15,000 homes annually.
Schedule
The pre-development period will start in 2020 with a focus on obtaining feedback from the local community. The construction period will begin as early as the end of 2022, and commercial operation is scheduled to occur 2023. With more than 475 MW of installed solar capacity, Pennsylvania is gradually increasing solar capacity and is currently 22nd among all the states.
Limestone Solar Partners
Pattern Energy is a private renewable power company, based in Houston, that specializes in developing wind, solar, and transmission projects along with advanced energy technologies. Our mission is to transition the world to renewable energy.
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