Civil Municipal - Oct 2023

64 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 4, ISSUE 10 and within five years, they want to be 100%.” This trend has led to a notable increase in solar projects within the county, which are particularly appealing because they do not rely on infrastructure like gas, water, or sewer systems. “My one caveat is I don’t want to give up good industrial land with infrastructure for solar, but if it’s a rural property that doesn’t have the infrastructure except for the transmission line, that can be good for us,” he admits. While these projects do not create a substantial number of jobs, the investment typically ranges from $80 million to $100 million, making significant contributions to the county’s tax base. Long contends, “It could also help us recruit an EV supply company, showing that we can meet that 100% renewable energy credit requirement. Not only that, but I can drive and show them the solar farm where these renewable energy credits can be coming from.” Looking ahead, Chester County’s strategic location, robust infrastructure, and ample available land will continue to support its forward-thinking vision for growth and economic development. PREFERRED VENDOR/PARTNER n Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc. http://www.allianceCE.com Founded in 2004, Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc., provides civil and environmental engineering services to both private and public sector industry. With locations in Bluffton, Charleston, Columbia and Greenville, SC and Charlotte, NC, the firm’s mission is to demonstrate our commitment to our clients through personal involvement and quality results. n Giti Tire Manufacturing (USA) Ltd gitiusa.com Giti Tire, one of the largest tire companies in the world, has been in the tire business since 1951. Giti Tire operates five manufacturing plants and produces a broad range of tire products, serving major original equipment vehicle manufacturers, tire dealers and consumers in more than 130 countries worldwide. n TruVista Communications www.truvista.net