The Power of the People: Individual Influence in the Texas Legislature
During the 89th Texas Legislative session last spring, rural landowners traveled to the Capitol from all over the state to emphasize the importance of renewable energy in rural communities. The bill responsible for mobilizing these individuals, if passed, would have imposed stringent siting restrictions on wind and solar projects, even on private land. Landowners’ testimonies […]
Harvesting the Sun Twice: Agrivoltaics in Texas
By Raina Hornaday. Agrivoltaics—the practice of using land for both solar energy generation and agricultural production—is gaining momentum in Texas as a win-win strategy for sustainable development. As the Lone Star State grapples with rapid population growth, rising energy demand, and the ongoing loss of farmland, agrivoltaics presents a compelling vision: why choose between solar […]
Industry Interview: Raina Hornaday, Caprock Renewables
Born into a farming/ranching family in eastern New Mexico, Raina Tillman Hornaday has been a key player in Texas renewables.