Ohio Supreme Court backs Harvey Solar’s 350 MW project approval

Harvey Solar, headquartered in the United States and focused on large-scale solar development, has received approval for its 350 MW project in Licking County, Ohio. The project is expected to bring $161 million in local spending, 1,092 full-time jobs, and $3.3 million in annual tax revenue. Residents have argued the economic report has failed to address losses in farming income and related business impacts. The Ohio Power Siting Board has reviewed both benefits and risks and has imposed 39 conditions to manage environmental concerns like glare and runoff. The Ohio Supreme Court has upheld the board’s decision, rejecting local challenges, while Chief Justice Kennedy has emphasized that future projects should present both positive and negative economic data.