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Barry Nelson: Solar in the Central Valley – the idea is catching on

Posted by: Maven on March 17, 2010 at 7:37 am

From Barry Nelson at the NRDC Switchboard blog:

“Just about a year ago, I wrote about the potential for solar production on the West side of the San Joaquin Valley to produce multiple benefits. As this story in the Fresno Bee indicates, the idea is catching on. The Westlands Water District has signed a lease with a private investment group as part of an effort to explore a 5,000 megawatt solar power plant on up to 30,000 acres of land. The project could provide enough power for 2.5 to 4 million California homes.

The land in question has already been retired from farming as a result of salt accumulation. … “

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March 17, 2010 · Filed Under Energy & Water

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