Decatur County enacts two-year moratorium on new alternative energy projects

The Decatur County Board of Commissioners has enacted a two-year moratorium on new alternative energy projects, including solar and wind developments. This decision was made to allow for an updated Comprehensive Plan that reflects local residents' views. The moratorium began on January 9, 2025, and was approved unanimously. It halts all new applications for alternative energy projects, but does not affect the ongoing application from Geenex/Cobia Solar for a 5,500-acre solar farm. Previous proposals for solar farms have faced significant opposition from residents, citing non-compliance with the county's Comprehensive Plan. The moratorium aims to address these concerns and guide future development in a more orderly manner.