The transition to clean energy is not as simple as flipping a switch from fossil fuels to renewables. Without proper planning, the rapid renewable energy buildout we urgently need could fall short for climate, biodiversity and communities.
As more solar and wind farms dot the Prairie State to meet the goal of sourcing 50% of our energy from renewables by 2040, it is important to carefully consider where sites are developed and how they are managed to maximize the benefits for people and nature.
