June 28, 2024

Jon Baker gives an overview of the process to site one of the largest solar projects in Wisconsin

Madison, WI - Jon Baker, Project Manager of the proposed Vista Sands Solar Project in Central Wisconsin, joined the Electric Wire podcast to discuss the process, opportunities, and challenges that come with siting a large solar project.


Listen to the Electric Wire wherever you get your podcasts, such as Apple or Spotify, or watch on our YouTube channel, here: https://www.youtube.com/@customersfirst


Read Jon’s recent opinion column highlighting the project, here: https://captimes.com/opinion/guest-columns/opinion-solar-project-furthers-conservation-clean-energy-goals/article_b0e07dba-0ef5-11ef-9435-dba12b87857a.html


Register for CFC's August 15, 2024, Power Breakfast, here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-power-breakfast-the-best-of-the-electric-wire-tickets-923933468877



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