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Solar Farms and Pollinator Gardens

Oct. 3, 2018

A Vermont solar developer is utilizing portions of a solar site to establish a healthy pollinator-friendly ground cover. This approach can reduce the long-term mowing costs associated with solar projects while improving soil quality, storm water management, and providing critical habitat necessary for pollinators to thrive. Click here to read the full story from the Rutland Herald

 


Submitted by: Eric Romich, OSU Extension Field Specialist, Energy Education