In the California desert, residents are struggling with the influx of massive solar projects
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Research by the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory reveals that local sentiments towards solar farms diminish significantly once they surpass 100 megawatts, showing a 12 to 1 negative-to-positive opinion ratio.
The Bureau of Land Management's revised Western Solar Plan offers a robust framework for solar energy development across extensive areas, aiming to align with national clean energy aspirations and energy security.
Mark Carrington and community members await their moment to address the county supervisors, driven by the realization that the proposed solar project may dramatically alter community dynamics and health.
The 'Community Buffer' alternative proposed by the federal agency represents a promising solution, addressing various direct and cumulative impacts that arise from large-scale solar projects.
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