FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Ohio (Aug. 21, 2025) — The Ohio Power Siting Board (OPSB) has officially approved the Eastern Cottontail Solar Project, clearing the way for construction of a 220-megawatt solar facility in Walnut Township, Fairfield County. Even with some local and Commissioner Pushback, the board still approved the location.

Developed by EDF Power Solutions, the project is expected to deliver major economic and environmental benefits to central Ohio. Once completed, Eastern Cottontail will generate enough clean energy to power roughly 42,000 homes , supporting the region’s rapidly growing demand for electricity.

In July, Fairfield County Commissioners voted to oppose a proposed large-scale solar energy project in Amanda Township. The vote, held on July 8, saw Commissioners Jeff Fix

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