Study on Solar Panel Impact on Farmland and Food Production
This Act mandates a comprehensive study to assess how solar panel installations affect the conversion of agricultural land out of food production. The goal is to understand the economic and environmental consequences, including impacts on crop yields, land values, and local food security. The findings, which will be made public within two years, are intended to inform future policy decisions regarding land use and renewable energy development.
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Requires a detailed study on the economic effects of solar installations on crop yields, land values, and local economies.
Analyzes the environmental impact of solar farms on soil health, water resources, and wildlife on agricultural land.
Evaluates existing tax incentives that encourage solar development on farmland versus non-agricultural lands like landfills.
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