Chicago Developer Secures Permit for 180 MW Solar Project in Minnesota
What happened
The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission approved the site permit for the 180-megawatt Lemon Hill Solar Project, which is located in Haverhill and Viola townships in Olmsted County. Ranger Power, a developer based in Chicago, stated that the permit represents a significant milestone for the project. The company plans construction to begin in 2027, with the solar project expected to be operational in 2028.
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Why it matters
The utility-scale solar project is poised to generate clean, low-cost electricity for tens of thousands of Minnesota homes. Furthermore, Ranger Power noted that the project could provide $33 million in property tax benefits over its life.
A utility operates within the state of Minnesota.
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Who's involved
- ChicagoLocation of Ranger Power, the Chicago-based developer behind the project
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Chicago
city and county seat of Cook County, and largest city in State of Illinois, United States of America