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General Land & Power Solar Project Unites Agriculture and Energy
General Land & Power's 75-MW solar project in Alberta powers 23,000 homes while supporting farming.
In brief
General Land & Power's 75-MW solar project in Alberta powers 23,000 homes while supporting farming. General Land & Power's Sollair Energy Project generates renewable energy and maintains agricultural activities on 480 acres in Rocky View County. Originally reported by Financialpost.
Sollair Energy Project Launch
General Land & Power launched a 75-megawatt solar project in Rocky View County, Alberta.
Powering 23,000 Homes
The project generates enough electricity to power approximately 23,000 homes.
Agrivoltaics Integration
Sollair combines solar energy generation with agricultural activities like hay production and beekeeping.
Sheep and Bees on Site
Approximately 260 sheep graze among solar panels while over two million bees support honey production.
Honey Production
In 2026, the project produced approximately 1,000 pounds of honey from beekeeping operations.
Soil Preservation
Only 20 percent of the site’s soil was disturbed during construction to maintain agricultural potential.
Here's the gist
General Land & Power's Sollair Energy Project generates renewable energy and maintains agricultural activities on 480 acres in Rocky View County.
