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Wisconsin’s largest and most contentious solar project, the Vista Sands Solar Project, faced intense community opposition and complex permitting hurdles. So how did it ultimately get approved? Join us for a behind-the-scenes discussion with project developer Jonathan Baker; Strategic Economic Research President, Dr. David Loomis; environmental impact analysts Andrew DeMille and Dr. Daniel Howard as they share how the project overcame challenges through data-driven storytelling and local economic analysis. You’ll learn: --- What made Vista Sands unique and controversial --- How large-scale solar projects differ in the permitting process --- Why understanding and communicating local economic and environmental benefits can make or break community support --- How the Strategic Economic Research and Quantum Energy analysis shaped engagement strategies and influenced final outcomes Whether you’re a developer, policymaker, or community stakeholder, this session will offer practical insights into how to navigate contentious projects and turn economic data into permitting success.

Are you a developer of utility-scale solar, wind and BESS projects? You are invited to join SER and other industry professionals on December 9 at 12pm EST for our FREE webinar- How Vista Sands Solar Won Approval: Lessons from Wisconsin’s Largest Solar Project.

Are you a utility scale developer? Curious how a highly controversial solar project finally secured approval? On Dec 9 at 11am CST, join developer Jonathan Baker, Dr. David Loomis President of Strategic Economic Research, Andrew DeMille and Dr. Daniel Howard of Quantum Energy as they break down how clear economic and environmental benefits reshaped the narrative around the Vista Sands Solar Project.

Struggling with permitting roadblocks on large solar projects? The Vista Sands Solar Project sparked major debate across Wisconsin. So how did it finally get approved? Find out on Dec 9 at 11am CST in our webinar featuring project developer Jonathan Baker, SER's President Dr. David Loomis, and environmental analysts Andrew DeMille and Dr. Daniel Howard. We’ll walk through how data, economic insights, and environmental benefits helped turn one of the state’s most contentious projects into a successful approval.

Are you a developer of utility-scale solar, wind and BESS projects? You are invited to join SER and other industry professionals on November 18 at 12pm EST for our FREE webinar- The Hidden ROI of Public Trust: What You Can’t Afford to Overlook.

Permitting hearings can make or break your project. Are you ready for what’s coming? Public trust isn’t just a “soft” factor, it’s a measurable driver of project success. Developers often overlook how community perception shapes everything from permitting timelines to policy risk and tax incentives. This webinar will explore how investing strategically in local communications can pay off in real, quantifiable ways. Join Dave Loomis, President of Strategic Economic Research; Tom Swierczewski, Renewable Energy Executive; and Allan Hug, co-founder KAOH Media as they introduce a framework for viewing community engagement as an investment, not just a compliance task. You’ll learn how to identify and track metrics around trust, risk perception, and narrative control, and how to budget communications efforts for maximum impact. Discover what’s worth doing early in the development process, what can wait, and how to build a communications strategy that delivers long-term returns. Key Takeaways: -- How public perception impacts permitting, policy, and incentives -- Metrics that connect trust-building to ROI -- Strategic budgeting for early-stage and ongoing communications