Yellow Rose Solar Project and Tax Abatement
Potter County
Summary
Orion Renewable Energy Group is proposing a massive $4 billion solar and battery energy storage project across 18,000 leased acres in Potter and Carson counties. While the county stands to gain millions in PILOT payments and long-term tax revenues, nearby rural residents voiced strong concerns about close proximity to homes, property value impacts, environmental safety of solar panels, and lack of early notification.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jan 12, 2026.
Impact analysis
Generates up to $4 billion in capital investment and millions in PILOT payments over the project's life for Potter County.
County taxing entities, participating landowners receiving lease payments, and the local economy.
Nearby non-participating homeowners who object to industrial solar installations near their residential properties.
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