The solar industry holds in its hands an extraordinary opportunity as decision-makers, engineers, and designers consider the impact of their facilities on the landscape. Expertly crafted mixes of native plants can transform a solar facility into a thriving ecosystem that supports pollinator species, birds, and other wildlife, while enhancing facility economic efficiencies. This session will explore how the native seed industry is responding to the increasing demand for native seed mixes, how pollinator habitats can be scaled for all sizes of facilities, how the Scorecard and state-run programs are created, the preliminary results of ongoing research at a pollinator-friendly facility, how pollinator-friendly habitats can save money, and how these habitats are becoming regulated.
