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Next up in our Christmas countdown is Potash Farm, a 155-acre site just outside Milton Keynes. What makes Potash Farm stand out: Originally acquired in 2018, we have recently expanded Potash Farm by securing an additional 15.3-acre field, bringing the total landholding to 155 acres. Strategically located near the expanding north-west boundary of Milton Keynes, a city expected to double in size over the next 30 years. We are committed to renewable energy, with 5MW of solar generation starting construction on part of the site in January. Once built, it is expected to generate enough electricity for more than 1,800 homes, resulting in a reduction of more than 2,300 tonnes of carbon emissions per year. We are exploring sustainable agricultural practices such as vertical farming, carbon capture opportunities, as well as growing willow trees for cricket bat production. There is also 80MW of battery storage on site. With the recent appointment of Thomas Sater, our Head of RO Energy, we are looking to expand our portfolio of generating assets and consider further site acquisitions to meet the growing demand for renewable energy. Potash Farm is a key part of our long-term vision for active management and sustainable investment. #ChristmasCountdown #PotashFarm #MiltonKeynes #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #Innovation #InBusinessToDoBusiness

In the realm of real estate investment, farmland is a golden egg that often gets overlooked. Farmland is a tangible asset with intrinsic value that tends to appreciate over time, making it a reliable long-term investment. Beyond traditional crop production, it offers a multitude of potential revenue streams, such as leasing to farmers, renting out storage facilities and equipment, and opportunities to explore conservation or renewable energy projects. Call Weeks and speak to our agents about more reasons why you should consider adding farmland to your investment portfolio. (229) 891-7653 www.theweeksgroup.com #RealEstateAuction #GeorgiaProperties #LandSale #LandAuction #RealEstate #landlistings #InvestmentOpportunity #farmauction

Co-existing and sharing values between transmission and agricultural landholders is crucial for unlocking better practice in social license. Australian organisations have collaborated with the agricultural sector to achieve this goal. This article shares interesting highlights. #CostelloGroup #LandAccess #SocialLicence

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development, under the leadership of Maria Gallegos Herrera, is investing close to $6 million in nine #renewableenergy projects across California. These initiatives aim to lower energy costs, generate new income, and support farmers, ranchers, and rural small businesses. Through the Inflation Reduction Act, rural business owners and agricultural producers are adopting sustainable energy solutions, providing both short- and long-term benefits. These investments not only reduce energy costs but also contribute to environmental and economic #sustainability, reaffirming our commitment to rural #california Projects like Crystal Farms Local Solar II, Shinn Vineyard Management, Aspen Enterprises, and Erickson Farms are among those benefiting from grants and loans to install solar panels and improve energy efficiency. This investment, part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Inflation Reduction Act, showcases a significant step towards combating climate change while fostering economic growth in rural communities. #renewableenergy #sustainability #california #agriculture #solarfarm #solarforall #farmlands #investment #rebates #policies #biden #inflationreductionact #usa #growth #cleanenergytransition #sustainabledevelopment

🌱#Biogas News for #Wisconsin! 🌱 The Biden-Harris Administration has awarded over $27 million through the #USDA's Rural Energy for America Program (#REAP) to support #cleanenergy projects. Among the beneficiaries, Abel Project LLC in Fond du Lac County will receive funding to build an #anaerobicdigester, converting #dairy biomethane to #renewablenaturalgas and creating local jobs. This investment underscores a commitment to #sustainableenergy and rural development. #sustainability #ruraldevelopment #renewableenergy #wastetoenergy

🌬 A pioneering wind-to-ammonia project showcases how localized green energy applications can slash carbon intensity, empower farmer cooperatives, and keep wealth in rural communities. Check out the details of this venture and its potential impact on sustainable agriculture and rural economies. #RenewableEnergy #SustainableAgriculture #GreenEconomy #MinnesotaInnovation

Give the sheep what they want! '“You can reduce heat stress to plants by watering them more or shading them some,” Higgins said. “If you shade them some—which is what you’re going to do, for example, in a Wyoming project that’s on non-irrigated lands—you’re going to reduce some of that heat stress on those plants. Those plants tend to grow a little more, and as they grow a little more, the sheep take advantage of them.” The study found that, while the sheep grazing near the solar panels experienced a 38 percent drop in the quantity of grazable vegetation, that was offset by an increase in the available plants’ quality, as measured by the nutritional makeup of the vegetation’s tissue. Despite having access to less vegetation, the sheep grazing near solar panels “were gaining weight at their maximum rate,” and reached similar peak weights to sheep on the open field, Higgins said. “We actually had to fence the sheep in the open field to keep them in the open field, because, given the choice, they all preferred to be in the solar.”' #farmers #sheep #shade #climatesolutions #agrovoltaics #sheepapproved

Wyoming, not a state known for its acceptance of #renewableenergy, has seen a recent uptick in #agrivoltaics projects! Agrivoltaics is the combination of ranching or agriculture with the placement of ground-level solar panels. Read more about how agrivoltaics have become accepted in the Cowboy State in the article below!

Why is there so much misinformation surrounding utility-scale solar projects? Uncover the truth behind common misconceptions about solar land use in this article from the Carolinas Clean Energy Business Association. @Tom Terrell, renowned expert in zoning matters and land use provides invaluable insights about the perceived loss of agricultural land to solar projects, emphasizing the diversification benefits for landowners and the economic challenges of traditional farming in certain regions. Challenge and debunk the common myths and explore the importance of informed decision-making when navigating complexities of rural land use. #LandUse #SolarProject #Solar https://bit.ly/3TmRU6I

The clean energy transition isn't just moving *away* from fossil fuels; it's moving *toward* a more bountiful future. #climatesolutions #cleanenergy