Do you have questions or are interested in learning more about Solar Development including information on leasing land, the ins and outs of solar development and other critical issues concerning the solar industry’s use of agricultural land?
Solar development on agricultural land is becoming more widespread in Schuyler County. To address some of the critical issues and answer some of the questions surrounding this activity, we are inviting farmers and landowners to an educational workshop.
Speakers Include:
David Kay, Senior Extension Associate, Department of Global Development, CALS, Cornell University -“Utility Scale Solar Development in New York State”
Linda Garrett, American Farmland Trust, NY Regional Director -“Solar as an AG Viability Tool.”
Matt Sousa, Senior Planning Associate, MRB Group -“Solar Energy System Application Reviews and Process.”
Simon Honig, Esq., Associate Attorney, Colligan Law LLP -“What Farmers Need To Know About Solar Leases.”
Registration starts at 9:30AM and the presentations start at 10:00 AM and the program wraps by 2:30PM.
Registration is just $15 and will cover light refreshments and lunch. Registration is required. Visit: [https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Solar_AG_in_Schuyler_County_244] to register.
This event is hosted by the Schuyler County Farm Bureau and the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County.
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