California SB1183 mandates a study on large-scale solar impacts in the Central Valley.

California SB1183 requires the California Environmental Protection Agency Office of Land Use and Climate Change to conduct a comprehensive study on the impacts of large-scale solar on land use planning, the environment, and the economy in the Central Valley. The study, to be completed by January 1, 2029, will analyze impacts on regional land use, the environment, and the economy, and will include recommendations for mitigating these impacts. The study will also identify locations in the region most suitable for large-scale solar, considering benefits over alternative land uses.

California SB1183 mandates a study on large-scale solar impacts in the Central Valley.

California SB1183 requires the California Environmental Protection Agency Office of Land Use and Climate Change to conduct a comprehensive study on the impacts of large-scale solar on land use planning, the environment, and the economy in the Central Valley. The study, to be completed by January 1, 2029, will analyze impacts on regional land use, the environment, and the economy, and will include recommendations for mitigating these impacts. The study will also identify locations in the region most suitable for large-scale solar, considering benefits over alternative land uses.