Alpin Sun's approach to project development is known as Responsible Solar, which means we work hard to make each solar project a net positive for the area and that we are good long-term partners of the community.
Alpin Sun is in the process of developing a solar farm in Mahoning County. The privately funded $150 million
clean energy project will deliver electricity into the local grid, helping Ohio’s energy independence and security.
The project will generate new tax revenue for Mahoning County, provide long term stable income for landowners and create new jobs during construction and operations.
Matador Solar will supply the power needs of ~26,000 Ohio Homes or 100% of the homes in Beaver and Green Township (approx. 4,219 residences) plus ~22,000 other OH homes.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
Overall tax revenue
Tax revenue for South Range LSD
Clean energy contributing to Ohio’s energy security
150 direct jobs during construction
Project details
Economic benefits
Environmental due diligence and stewardship
Environmental due diligence and stewardship
- Throughout the life of the project, $41 million in new tax revenue is expected to be generated, which will go toward local school systems, emergency services and many other services – reducing the tax burden on local residents.
- 150 jobs will be created during peak construction with the majority filled by local labor.
Environmental due diligence and stewardship
Environmental due diligence and stewardship
Environmental due diligence and stewardship
- Trees and shrubbery are typically planted to screen the project from
neighbors’ views and provide additional habitat for local wildlife.
- A long-term Land Management and Biodiversity plan will help establish habitats to increase biodiversity through creation of pollinator habitat and natural undergrowth below the panels which helps to manage water runoff and drainage.
- Prior to construction, the site will be seeded to help stabilize the soil, reduce runoff, provide wildlife-benefiting pollinators and increase soil health.
Aesthetics
Environmental due diligence and stewardship
Long-term management
- Adding buffer zones of green space, planting trees and other vegetation between the solar panels and public view where needed for screening and to provide habitat for local wildlife.
- An agricultural wildlife fence with wooden posts, consistent with the local aesthetic of the area, will be installed around the project, as opposed to industry-standard chain link fencing.
Long-term management
Decommissioning and recycling
Long-term management
- $2 million will be invested annually during operations to maintain the facility and the land that will further bring economic growth throughout the County and State.
- Land Management and Biodiversity Plans are created for all projects in our portfolio to document the results of site-specific environmental studies, best management practices, regulatory compliance and biodiversity initiatives.
Decommissioning and recycling
Decommissioning and recycling
Decommissioning and recycling
- A full decommissioning plan will ensure the project will be dismantled, removed and recycled at the end of its life and that the land can be used for agricultural activities or another use as deemed appropriate by the next generation.
- All solar panels used at the project will be recycled: damaged or non-performing panels during construction and operations, and all panels at end of life/decommissioning.
Community oriented
Decommissioning and recycling
Decommissioning and recycling
- Alpin Sun is committed to dedicating funds to philanthropic activities and charitable donations to local Mahoning County organizations.
- We take pride in being community-friendly and always open to hearing from our valued constituents. We believe that a thriving community is built on open communication and collaboration.