Solar 101

The materials used in the panels pose no danger to the site or its surroundings. In addition, Qcells only uses in panels that are environmentally friendly and meet all industry safety standards. 

Data from across the United States show solar farm’s often have no measurable impact on property value’s and in some cases have positive effects. 

Solar projects are essentially silent. Inverters may produce an ambient hum that is not normally audible from outside the project fence. 

There is no odor, liquid, or gases used in the panels and the minute amounts of heavy metals used in some panels cannot mix with water or vaporize into the air. Even if a module were to break, there is little to no risk of chemicals releasing into the environment. 

After the construction process, solar projects do not attract significant traffic and require infrequent maintenance a few times a year. 

Solar appear similar to a single-story residence. Usually no more 10 feet high, solar farms are often enclosed by fencing and/or landscaping to minimize visual impacts. 

Land that is being taxed as agriculture exempt will lose this exemption and be applied a penalty paid by Qcells. The zoning designation of host properties or neighboring properties will not change. 

Solar and agriculture are not mutually exclusive and co-location can bring net positive benefits for farmers, in the form of additional income and soil recovery, while keeping farmers on the land and the land in the family. 

During construction, a solar project can generate over a hundred jobs, many being local to the project site. The project also can provide substantial increases in local tax revenue. Qcells also works with local leaders to establish a community benefits program. 

At the end of the project’s life, the project components are removed and the land is restored to its original use.