Solar power, like any energy resource, has environmental impacts. Generating electricity from solar comes with a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emission, as well as other air pollution. Both solar PV and concentrating solar power have a much smaller life-cycle […]
How will a solar project impact my property value?
A recent study by Zillow found that solar panels increase a home’s value by 4.1%. Several studies have been conducted related to the impacts of ground-mounted solar projects across the United States. Examining property value in states across the United […]
What kind of maintenance is required for a solar project?
Proper operations and maintenance of a solar project can deliver a multitude of benefits to your energy system including increasing efficiency and energy output and decreasing system downtime. Solar panels benefit from the following: Real-time tracking of system performance Verification […]
How long does it take to develop a community-scale solar project?
Project development time can vary due to a number of factors but development generally takes 12-24 months and construction takes about 3-6 months depending on the size of the project.
Can solar energy generate electricity during cloudy, rainy, or snowy days? What about at night?
Yes, Solar energy can still generate energy when it is cloudy, rainy, or snowy, even at night. As long as there is sunlight outside your solar panels will generate energy, even in small amounts. During the night the sunlight reflected […]
How do you make money off a solar project?
There a few ways to make money off of a solar project. If you are generating electricity from solar for your home or business, you may be able to reduce your annual electricity bills. Depending on state and federal tax […]
How does solar work with battery storage?
Technologies that leverage solar energy to produce electricity are an affordable and reliable source of electricity. However, electricity production is limited to when the sun is shining. There continues to be a growing trend across the solar industry to develop […]
What is community-scale solar?
Community-scale solar is a solar project providing electricity for commercial or community consumption. These types of projects can vary in size and location but differ from residential solar which typically powers a single home. Some examples of community-scale solar projects […]
How does solar energy work?
Solar energy converts solar radiation (light) into energy. Every location on Earth receives some sunlight over a year, the amount of solar radiation that reaches any one spot on the Earth’s surface varies. Solar energy and specifically solar photovoltaics (solar […]
What are other potential impacts that I should be aware of?
It’s important to know if your land is a special agricultural district for property tax subsidization. In most states that we operate in, solar development in these districts can cause a change in property taxes, so consider this before entering […]
What impacts, if any will a solar project have on wildlife?
Minimal to none. Solar projects present no harm to wildlife. We’ve spotted birds, hawks, deer, bears and other species all in and around our projects over the years. Project fencing can be designed to allow smaller wildlife to enter the […]
How do I know if I should lease or sell my property?
This depends on your specific situation and goals as land purchases are a good option if you have no future use for the land, and want to have cash immediately. Land leases are also a good option if you would […]
How long will it take to construct a solar project on my land?
Project development time can vary due to a number of factors but development generally takes 12-24 months and construction takes about 3-6 months depending on the size of the project.
Am I liable for accidents or injuries on my property during and after construction?
No. As the owner of the solar project, Encore will be responsible for all activities pertaining to, or that occur as a result of the project.
Who pays the taxes if I have a solar facility on my property?
The owner of the solar project will pay all taxes due on the solar. The landowner will continue to pay all property taxes due on the land.
How do I know if my property is sunny enough for development?
Take a quick look around the property. Does it have good southern exposure? Are there hillsides or trees to the south, east, or west that may shade the project? In certain locations, this can be a good resource for evaluating […]
How will a solar project restrict the use of my land?
Each solar project is fenced in with a 6 foot agricultural style fencing, but the surrounding area can still be used for farming and other agricultural uses. In some cases, Encore can bring additional value to your land via contacts […]
How much land do I need for a solar project?
It depends on a number a state-specific factors, but generally speaking you need at least 25 acres.
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