GreeneHurlocker’s Jared Burden recently authored an article for Virginia Business highlighting that while federal policy shapes the backdrop for solar development in Virginia, the decisive battleground is local. With key federal incentives beginning to phase out, developers are becoming more creative about project economics, and that shift only increases the influence of county boards, planning commissions, zoning ordinances, and community sentiment. As Jared explains, even well-designed projects can stall when public perception hasn’t been shaped early and effectively.
Jared’s piece offers four practical recommendations for developers working in the Commonwealth, including proactive outreach to neighbors, collaborative engagement with county officials, early participation in ordinance development, and clear messaging that distinguishes solar projects from broader data-center controversies. Together, these practices help projects earn trust, reduce friction, and navigate an increasingly scrutinized local approval process. Read the full article in Virginia Business here.
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