Scott County Virginia Supervisors Have Approved The First Solar Project Under A New Ordinance, Despite A Planning Commission’s Recommendation. The 35-Acre Solar Farm In Rye Cove, By New Leaf Energy And Property Owner William Johnson, Could Start Construction By Spring 2027. It Aims To Generate 4 Megawatts Of Electricity And Cut Power Rates By Up To 15%. Despite Some Local Opposition, The Project Complies With The County’s Solar Facility Standards And Includes Strict Safety Measures.
