Solar and Ag in Monroe County

Solar and Ag in Monroe County: What You Need to Know

Thursday, January 23, 2025, 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Solar development on agricultural land is becoming more widespread in Monroe County. To address some of the critical issues and answer some of the questions surrounding this activity, we invite farmers, and landowners to an educational workshop.

With the rise in solar development, they need to be well informed and knowledgeable, especially when leasing land to solar companies.Experts from Cornell faculty, American Farmland Trust, MRB Group, and Colligan Law LLP will address some of the critical issues, and answer questions regarding this industry.

Participants will hear from the following speakers:

David Kay, Senior Extension Associate, Department of Global Development, CALS, Cornell University will present “Utility Scale Solar Development in New York State and Monroe County”
Linda Garrett, American Farmland Trust, NY Regional Director will cover “Solar as an AG Viability Tool.”
Matt Sousa, Senior Planning Associate, MRB Group will discuss “Solar Energy System Application Reviews and Process Requirements.”
Simon Honig, Esq., Associate Attorney, Colligan Law LLP will share "What Farmers Need to Know About Solar Leases."