Spark Alerts: Feb 25, 2025

Feb 25, 2025 Issue

Distributed Generation news, RFPs and program policy updates

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📰 Market & Development News

Illinois

• Louth Callan Renewables Expands To Midwest With 121 MW Solar Projects In Illinois
  Developer: Louth Callan Renewables
  February 25, 2025: Louth Callan Renewables will construct three new awarded solar projects in Illinois, with a total capacity of 121 megawatts.
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• Ogle County Approves Community Solar Farm
  Developer: OneEnergy Development LLC
  AHJ: Ogle County
  February 21, 2025: Ogle County has approved a 16-acre, 2MWac community solar facility, with a 5-0 vote from the Zoning Board of Appeals and an 8-1 vote from the Planning and Zoning Committee. The local government has recently enhanced its regulatory framework, including implementing a fixed application cost of $100,000 for commercial solar projects.
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• Public Hearing for Solar Array System Installation in Shiloh
  Developer: Donato Solar
  AHJ: Village of Shiloh
  February 24, 2025: The Village of Shiloh held a public hearing on Monday evening, concerning a special use permit for a proposed 2MW solar array system. This project also includes a storage facility. The hearing aims to gather public input on the proposal.

Texas

• As political winds shift, Austin braces for renewable energy impact
  AHJ: City of Austin
  February 23, 2025: Austin’s renewable energy sector, a key part of the state’s power mix, now faces potential regulatory and legislative challenges amid shifting political priorities. Despite proposals that could slow wind and solar expansion, industry experts and local utilities stress that renewables remain essential for economic growth, grid reliability, and environmental benefits.
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• Texas Lawmakers Scramble To Stop Solar Energy But It Just Keeps Coming
  February 23, 2025: Texas saw record solar growth last year with major projects underway, yet proposed bills by state lawmakers threaten to slow future renewable development by dampening investor confidence. Industry experts warn that such measures could impede Texas’s ability to meet rising energy demand and maintain grid stability.
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• Discussion on Clear Fork Creek Solar Project with Tax Abatement Proposal
  Developer: Enbridge
  AHJ: Floresville, TX
  February 21, 2025: During the Wilson County Commissioners' Court meeting, the primary focus was on a presentation regarding the 600MW Clear Fork Creek Solar Project. Representatives from Clear Fork Creek Solar, LLC outlined the project and the prospect of receiving tax incentives under a Chapter 312 Tax Abatement.

📢 Policy & Programs

Illinois

• No policy updates since last issue.

Texas

• No policy updates since last issue.

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