(Dodge County) Nine Alliant Energy solar projects, including two in Dodge County, have earned the highest award level for sustainability. The Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure has awarded the electric utility company the Envision Platinum Award for sustainable development, construction, and operation of the facilities.
The nine Wisconsin solar projects total 664-megawatts and represent the successful execution of Alliant Energy’s Clean Energy Blueprint, a roadmap to diversify its energy resources.
One of the sites is a 50-megawatt solar farm just outside of Beaver Dam that utilizes fiber optic cables which are non-conducive and safer for technicians to handle. According to Alliant Energy, a glare study of the site predicted no risk to public health or safety for drivers or nearby residences.
The other Dodge County solar site is a 100-megawatt farm near Lomira. Alliant Energy officials say they conducted multiple studies to find areas of high ecological value relative to the project site and fully avoided those areas during construction.
President of Alliant Energy’s Wisconsin energy company David de Leon says as they transition to a more diverse energy mix, the sustainable development, construction, and operation of these solar projects will benefit local communities. He adds that to have some of the first solar projects in the state recognized under this framework showcases them as a leading energy company as they work to fulfill their commitment to generating cleaner energy and building stronger communities.
Projects need to receive at least 50-percent of the total applicable points across the credits to receive a Platinum verification award.
Pictured: The Springfield solar project site located near Lomira, Dodge County.