Amid soaring energy demands, officials in Arizona have approved a 2,000-acre solar project that will power thousands of homes, create jobs, and generate substantial tax revenue.
The Phoenix Business Journal reported that the California-based venture Avantus Clean Energy will begin construction on the Pinyon Solar Project in 2026 and is expected to be finished by 2028. The 18-month construction period is expected to employ over 500 people. The location, situated south of Phoenix in Maricopa County, was chosen to minimize disruption to the environment and the community.
The completed project will produce enough energy to power 70,000 homes. Colin Mann, director of permitting, told the outlet the project will bring in much-needed local tax revenue:…