– Benefits

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Boosting The Local Economy

Copper Box Solar will bring significant economic benefits to Montgomery County. In fact, the project is projected to generate over $32 million in tax revenue over its lifespan of around 35 years. The revenue from Copper Box Solar could be used to support local schools and a wide array of county services, including police and fire protection, senior services, and infrastructure.

Job Creation

Copper Box is set to generate hundreds of employment opportunities throughout its construction phase, in addition to partnering with local manufacturing and supply businesses. Once operational, the facility will not only provide long term employment opportunities but will also contribute to the creation of more jobs within the community by boosting the local economic landscape.

Protecting Farmland

Utility-scale solar projects are temporary installations that preserve the underlying agricultural potential without causing longterm changes to soil quality. The land remains primed for future farming for when the solar structures are decommissioned. In the meantime, these solar projects offer landowners a steady, resilient source of income, bolstering their economic stability and aiding in the conservation of the farming lifestyle.

Minimal Environmental Footprint

Solar farms have water drainage systems that are either kept intact or thoughtfully restructured to manage water flow effectively. The land alteration is kept to a minimum, ensuring that grading and soil compression are reduced and topsoil is conserved.

Additionally, solar power plants are exceptionally considerate neighbors — they operate without emitting pollutants into the air, releasing unpleasant smells, polluting the water, or generating disruptive noise.

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