AUSTIN (KXAN) — An old Austin landfill could soon power the city.
On Thursday, Austin City Council approved Austin Energy to begin negotiations for a new solar farm at the former Travis County dump.
The proposed solar farm could provide up to 8 megawatts of electricity, enough to power as many as 2,500 homes.
Supporters say the proposal helps Austin grow its local energy supply while improving reliability and sustainability.
Solar farm could produce up to 8 megawatts
“These items are just going to help Austin grow our local energy production to make us more resilient, more cost effective, and more environmentally friendly,” Austin City Council Member Marc Duchen said…