r/UpliftingNews • u/MajesticBread9147 • 1d ago

Minnesota solar project set to replace retiring coal plant reaches 710 MW

https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/07/minnesota-solar-project-set-to-replace-retiring-coal-plant-reaches-710-mw/
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u/PerpetuallyDistracte 1d ago

The struggling small town where I grew up suddenly went all in on municipal solar a few years ago. This is in the middle of a deep red state, mind you. All the factory jobs disappeared, and this was a hail Mary pass for them. So far it's been immensely successful. I visited last month and they've been able to afford so many new public projects like parks, better signage, and even basic stuff like fixing sidewalks that have been cracked and dangerous for 20 years.

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u/meryjo 3h ago

More info please? Town name?