We are proud to stand side by side with local residents, skilled tradespeople and landowners as we promote a shared value creation plan that both listens and responds to the needs of Talbot County through our renewable energy projects.
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Updates
BEFORE THE PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION OF MARYLAND
IN THE MATTER OF CROCKETT SOLAR I, LLC’S APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY TO CONSTRUCT A 61.20 MW SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC GENERATING FACILITY IN TALBOT COUNTY, MARYLAND
CASE NO. 9723
NOTICE OF PUBLIC COMMENT HEARING
A second public comment hearing in the above-entitled matter is scheduled for Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at the Cordova Fire Department, located at 11864 Kittys Corner Road, Cordova, Maryland 21625, concerning Crockett Solar I, LLC’s application for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) from the Maryland Public Service Commission.
The hearing will include a presentation by the Applicant.
Members of the public may attend to listen to the presentations and to provide comment about the Project. Barring any technical difficulties, the hearing will allow for virtual participation, if necessary, and can be viewed on the Public Utility Law Judge Division’s YouTube Channel, https://bit.ly/2X6wLiP. Any questions about the hearing should be directed to psc.pulj@gmail.com. If a member of the public would like to participate virtually, they should email psc.pulj@gmail.com by 12:00 Noon on November 6, 2024.
Written comments on the proposed Project may be submitted electronically through the Commission’s website at www.psc.state.md.us, or by first-class mail with the Commission’s Chief Clerk, Jamie Bergin, Maryland Public Service Commission, 6 St. Paul Street, 16th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202, until November 8, 2024 and must reference Case No. 9723. Pursuant to the Commission's March 13, 2020 Notice of Waiver and Relaxed Filing Requirements, no paper copies need be submitted if the filing is public in nature and no more than 25 pages in length. The Commission encourages parties to use the Commission’s “e-file” system for filing. Instructions for e-filing are found under the “Tools” section of the Commission’s website under the “Make a Public Comment” tab, which can be accessed via the following link: https://www.psc.state.md.us/make-a-public-comment/.
About the project
Crockett Solar Project
The Crockett Solar Project, near Cordova Village in Talbot County, Maryland, has a targeted capacity of 60 MW of solar power. It is expected to produce enough carbon-free electricity to power over 8,259 Maryland households and avoid emissions of more than 54,554 tons of CO2 each year.
Our team has a proven record of developing solar and wind projects nationwide. We strive not only to be a good neighbor, but also to become a strong community partner by collaborating closely with landowners and civic leaders to create projects that benefit local residents.
Having an open dialogue with local residents is important to us, and we are dedicated to seeking community input and incorporating as much of that feedback as possible into our plans.
Technology
Solar
Status
In development
Capacity
Targeted capacity of 60 MW Solar
Landowners and acreage
12 landowners and 400-500 acres
Community Impact
Economic Benefit
The project is expected to generate millions in tax revenue over its lifetime, which will benefit the local school district and other public services. The project will also create approximately 190 jobs during construction, and generate predictable, long-term income for landowners
Agricultural Presence
Agricultural presence can be maintained throughout the life of the project through native vegetation and other dual-use practices such as livestock grazing and bee pollination. This type of low-impact installation preserves farmland for its original use after project decommissioning.
Visual Impact
Compared to many other types of commercial development, low-profile solar panels present minimal visual impact. Vegetative screening will be added around the project.
Creating social and economic opportunities for local communities
Learn more about the benefits of our projects
Chad Lobley
Manager, Regional Development – Northeast
Chad Lobley is responsible for all aspects of renewable energy project development and is part of the development team working in the Northeast. He oversees the entire development process, from site origination, grid interconnection, project diligence, permitting, and community engagement.
Chad has worked on renewable energy projects for more than 18 years and started with Enel Green Power in 2022. He is currently focused on utility-scale solar and battery storage development and strives to build close ties with local communities during the development process.
Chad holds a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Geography and Planning with a minor in Biology.
Contact Us
Do you have any questions? We want to hear from you. If you have any inquiries about the project please contact the Development Manager at communications.northamerica@enel.com. For other questions please enter your information below and we will be in touch shortly.
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