Public comments are open now through November 9 for Sinnissippi Solar, a 100 Megawatt (MW) solar project. If approved, the solar project will be located in Jefferson County and is planned for completion in 2029. Projects like this have a wide range of local and statewide benefits. Show your support for this project and tell the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) why this solar project is vital for Wisconsin!
You can use the listed benefits below to craft your message.
Sinnissippi Solar isn’t just about the clean energy it will produce. The 100 MW facility in Jefferson County has many benefits.
- Economic Growth: Sinnissippi Solar is expected to create 192 temporary construction jobs, as well as several long-term local jobs for operations and maintenance. Due to associated economic stimulus related to the development of this project, Sinnissippi Solar is expected to contribute $69.3 million in statewide economic output, $41.9 million of which will occur in Jefferson County. Landowners will also benefit from consistent lease payments during the project’s 30-year lifespan.
- Community Benefits: Once in service, Sinnissippi Solar will contribute more than $15 million in utility-aid payments over 30 years. Local governments will receive $500,000 annually, with $283,333 for Jefferson County and $216,666 for the Towns of Watertown, Ixonia, and Concord.
- Emissions Reductions: Sinnissippi Solar will reduce emissions from energy production by about 315 million pounds of CO2 in the first year of operations. In terms of greenhouse gas emissions, this is the equivalent of taking more than 31,000 vehicles off the road for a full year. Additionally, non-GHG emissions reductions will result in health, economic, and environmental benefits. Wisconsin can expect more than $690,000 in economic benefits associated with public health improvements in Sinnissippi Solar’s first year of operations alone.
Submit your comments today and tell the PSC you support the approval of Sinnissippi Solar!