Stop Solar Farms DeKalb County - Indiana

05/28/2026

We always love learning. Who wants to go listen to the "neutral" solar discussion with us? Brought to you by RWE.

04/23/2026

I made this last week and forgot to post it.

03/17/2026

The largest pro solar argument is when people say "it’s their land." While that is true, the fincancial risk doesnt stay on their land.

Taxpayers subsidize construction, utilities request rate increases to build them, and when damage or lost generation happens, consumers can end up paying higher electric bills, all while the landowner keeps collecting their lease check.

Wheatfield, Indiana Solar Farm Devastated by Severe Storm: Assessing the Aftermath - Energy News Beat https://share.google/vWmUkpOc7stcqwsGi

03/12/2026

There are so many questions that still need answers.

1. Who pays to clean up the damage?

2. Does this type of damage impact the landowner’s lease agreement with the developer?

3. Where do the broken panels end up?

4. What are the long-term impacts to the land and groundwater from shattered panels and debris?

5. Will the infrastructure be replaced, and if so, how long will that process take?

6. What happens if the stability of our power grid becomes heavily dependent on sources that can be so extensively damaged by severe weather?

7. How are non-participating landowners compensated if debris damages their property?

8. Does the developer have access to taxpayer funds to help cover repair or cleanup costs?

9. Who pays for damage to participating landowners properties caused by these panels?

10. Do the rest of the solar fields continue producing energy while damaged panels are being repaired, or does the entire project become non-functional during that time?

And ultimately, the question many people are asking:

WAS IT WORTH IT?

Tornado damage is not unique to solar infrastructure. However, we also cannot ignore the possibility that the risks involved may outweigh the benefits. These are important questions our communities deserve answers to before more farmland is converted.

What a terrible mess.

03/11/2026

Pray for Wheatfield, IN. In Jasper County as they deal with devastation they didn't ask for.
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/17AzLFSTXJ/

03/10/2026

DeKalb County is in a good position right now. Both candidates running for County Commissioner have publicly stated they oppose replacing productive farmland with utility-scale solar, and two of the three current commissioners have consistently voted and/or spoken out against utility-scale solar projects.

It’s good to see local leadership acknowledging how important farmland, rural character, and responsible development are to our county.

Learn more about the commissioner candidates and their positions here:

Dave Holt (he has actively fought against utility scale solar along side us for several years): https://www.facebook.com/share/1BLAy8sZVQ/

Terry Yarde (he just posted his opposition to utility scale solar on his social media campaign page): https://www.facebook.com/share/1LVmD3bWwZ/

03/04/2026

Sculpin, we warned you about lying. You posted yesterday saying solar projects don't drive up electricity bills.

Funny story - we already have a solar surcharge on our electric bill for a project that isn't even in our county.

Another funny story - in 2023 there was a rate increase request submitted to the regulatory commission for YOUR project.

But, we should trust you, right?! Shame on you.

02/28/2026

The hypocrisy is real.

02/24/2026

Congratulations Putnam County. 👏 👏 👏 👏

🎉🇺🇸 CONGRATULATIONS PUTNAM COUNTY — WE DID IT!!! 🇺🇸🎉

Tonight, we celebrate a MAJOR victory for our community!

EnergyRe has officially WITHDRAWN their current 4Leaf application!!! 👏👏👏

This didn’t just happen.
This happened because YOU showed up.
Because YOU asked questions.
Because YOU stood your ground.
Because YOU refused to back down when it came to protecting our homes, our farmland, our water, and our future.

For months, our county has been engaged, informed, and united. Neighbors talked to neighbors. Families attended meetings. Farmers spoke up. Volunteers worked tirelessly.

This is what grassroots looks like.
This is what local voices can do.
This is what happens when a community decides its future matters.

Putnam County proved something powerful:
👉 We are not just a flyover community.
👉 We are not a blank space on a developer’s map.
👉 We are a county full of people who care deeply about where we live.

No matter where you stood in this discussion, one thing is undeniable. Our community was engaged. That matters. Civic involvement matters. Transparency matters. Local control matters.

Tonight is a reminder that when citizens participate, big things can happen.

Be proud, Putnam County.
Take a deep breath.
And know that your voice made a difference.

🇺🇸💪 This is what community looks like.

Watch the paper tomorrow for the official notice.

02/22/2026

Solar contracts are tied to a LLC that can be bankrupted at any time, making the contract useless.