Penn State Extension Hosts Aug. 17 Webinar On Large-Scale Solar Energy Facilities - Where Will They Be, What Do They Look Like?

The Penn State Extension hosts an August 17 webinar on Large-Scale Solar Energy Facilities - Where Will They Be, What Do They Look Like? From 11:00 to 11:45 a.m.

Large-scale solar development is expanding rapidly across Pennsylvania, bringing new opportunities and questions for communities. 

Gain a clearer understanding of what these facilities look like, where they are most likely to be developed, and how they generate electricity for the power grid. 

Explore the key components of a large-scale solar site and learn about important considerations that support responsible solar development.

Who is this for?

-- Farmers; Energy regulators; Energy policymakers; Local government officials; Community members; Industry stakeholders.

What will you learn?

-- What large-scale solar sites may look like 

-- Where large-scale solar development is most likely to occur 

-- Key considerations for responsible large-scale solar development

Click Here to register and for more information.

Visit the Penn State Extension website to learn more about many other educational opportunities.

(Photo: Penn State University 500 acre solar energy facility in Franklin County.)

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[Posted: July 11, 2026]  PA Environment Digest