Walker County Commission OKs abatements for solar farm in Alabama
In Alabama, the Daily Mountain Eagle reported that the Walker County Commission unanimously approved property tax and sales and use abatements for a major solar farm project that officials project could supply Alabama Power and generate millions of dollars for local schools in tax revenue.
“This is history-making for Walker County,” Chairman Steve Miller said of the project, expected to at least bring in a half-billion dollars in investment, and possibly closer to $900 million if two more sites are included.
Officials said the three installations could be developed, creating an investment of approximately $500 million. However, it is possible over time up to five solar fields could be created, increasing that investment of more than $800 million. The solar fields would be created one at a time, taking eight to 12 months to construct. Several hundred construction workers are expected to be hired for the project, according to the report.
