With 139 square miles of land – some blighted or unused and ripe for repurposing – Detroit is well-positioned to develop solar farms to help power city buildings.

Agrivoltaics could ease tensions between farmers and solar developers, and strengthen sustainability, but fragmented land-use laws remain a barrier.

Here’s how two farmers have used solar energy to offset their own energy costs, plus five steps to take if you’re considering a move to solar power.

The 100-megawatt facility began contributing to lower electricity costs and reduced reliance on imported energy when it began full-scale operations in late 2024.

The Stutsman County Commission on a 4-1 vote approved proposed amendments to the county zoning ordinance for solar energy ...