San Juan County’s Department of Community Development received an application from Orcas Power & Light Cooperative for a conditional use permit for a commercial power generation facility on a parcel ...
The controversy centers on OPALCO’s plan to expand solar generation after difficulties with a planned installation on Bailer ...
Many residents remain unconvinced by OPALCO’s rationale. While supporters of the project exist on the island, most vocal residents oppose the expansion. Several residents who support or have mixed ...
Decatur City Council to deliberate on key infrastructure updates, youth facility design, and rental tracking software.
The Decatur City Council has approved a proposal for a major new power plant, which city leaders say will bring jobs and ...
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Decatur solar expansion exposes tensions over energy future

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The construction of the $22 million Decatur Early Childhood Learning Center will be put on hold while the city considers ...
It was standing room only as city council members voted six to one at Monday’s meeting in favor of letting Broadwing Energy construct a gas-fired, electricity and steam producing processor near the ...