NYS takes over solar energy project in Fort Edward

NYS takes over solar energy project in Fort Edward

FORT EDWARD, N.Y. (NEWS10) — A renewable energy project will soon be underway in Washington County, Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Tuesday. The project will reportedly create more than 100 jobs. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! According to the governor's announcement, the New York Power Authority (NYPA) has acquired full ownership of the Somers Solar Project in the town of Fort Edwa…

Solar and farming in New York: Conflict or co-benefit?

A Cornell study examines issues in land use, farming economics and renewable energy goals in New York state.New York state targets a goal of 70% renewable energy by 2030 and 90% by 2040 as it pursues an emissions-free energy system. About 15% of the generation mix is expected to be served by solar energy, which comes with challenges regarding land use. A study by Cornell University found that about 84% of the land identified as suitable for deve…

Governor Hochul Announces New York Power Authority’s First Renewable Energy Project Under Expanded Authority

Large-Scale Renewables Project to Create More Than 100 Union Jobs Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the New York Power Authority (NYPA) has acquired full ownership of a 20 megawatt (MW) solar energy generation project in the town of Fort Edward in Washington County. The Somers Solar project is the first to be acquired, owned and operated by the Power Authority under its expanded authority – signed into law by the Governor in 2023 – and…