Early plans from a renewable energy developer Ranger Power could line the land around Jake Kerby’s home with solar arrays, as county officials consider a zoning amendment that could push the project forward.
Some like Kerby see the project as inevitable because of a state law that limits local governments’ ability to say no to large-scale renewable energy development like solar, wind or battery storage — Public Act 233.
Three years after the law passed, communities are still grappling with their options for large renewable energy projects as the state seeks to cut fossil fuel use by transitioning to cleaner sources.
Also, an update on the voter registration troubles in Antrim County.
Reporting for this episode by Austin Rowlader and Vivian La, whose work comes to IPR through a partnership with Grist.
Producer: Austin Rowlader
Editor: Steve Junker
Host: Ed Ronco
Music: Blue Dot Sessions