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REWI Southeast Solar Power & Wildlife/Natural Resources Regional Workshop
REWI Southeast Solar Power & Wildlife/Natural Resources Regional Workshop
Georgia Power Headquarters, Atlanta, GA
Wednesday, June 12 – Thursday, June 13, 2024
REWI is happy to announce the Southeast Solar Power and Wildlife/Natural Resources Workshop. This is a REWI-planned event hosted by Southern Company at the Georgia Power Headquarters in Atlanta, GA, on June 12-13, 2024.   Â
The workshop will explore the opportunities and challenges for build-out while conserving wildlife in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee.  Â
Thank you to those companies who have pledged their support for this workshop: Southern Company, Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), American Clean Power (ACP), NextEra Energy, EDF Renewables, Silicon Ranch, and Quail Forever.Â
Workshop Objectives  Â
- Understanding utility-scale solar development and future projections in the Southeastern states and navigating the complexities and potential avenues for growth  Â
- Exploring the scientific intricacies of large utility-scale solar energy and wildlife  Â
- Analyzing the spectrum of federal, state, and local solar development laws, covering permitting, risk evaluation, and economic perspectives  Â
- Creating a platform for problem-solving and fostering improved collaboration among stakeholders Â
For more information, visit the Workshop webpage.Â