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US closing in on China’s energy might, clears 31 million acres for solar power | The updated Western Solar Plan targets 31 million acres for solar development, accelerating the U.S. transition to 100% clean electricity by 2035.
The Biden administration expands federal lands for solar energy projects in 11 western states, boosting its clean energy agenda.
The plan strategically targets lands with high solar potential that are close to existing transmission lines or have previously been disturbed, minimizing the impact on protected areas, sensitive cultural resources, and important wildlife habitats. This approach ensures that solar projects can move forward with fewer conflicts and a faster permitting process, which is crucial for meeting the administration’s clean energy targets. Companies like Intel and Taiwan’s TSMC have announced major investments in the region, and the new emissions credits approved by the EPA will support the development of these facilities while helping the area comply with federal air quality standards.
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