Millville City Council Explores Solar Panel Recycling Initiative Promising Economic Growth

Overview: The Millville City Council meeting centered on a presentation by Refusion Recycling, emphasizing a proposal to establish a solar panel recycling initiative within the city. The speaker, who shared their journey from Shanghai to the U.S., highlighted the environmental and economic benefits, including the potential creation of over 1,000 jobs locally. This proposal was supported by the presence of a nearby power substation, crucial for the project’s success. The initiative aims to create a closed-loop system.

Middletown Town Council Faces Heated Debate Over Proposed Solar Farm Development

Overview: At the recent Middletown Town Council meeting, a proposed solar farm project sparked discussion, with residents expressing environmental and safety concerns while others lauded potential economic benefits. The council also recognized local veterans’ contributions and introduced new ordinances, including regulations on bamboo and property sales.

Bayport City Council Discusses Fire Hazards of Lithium-Ion Batteries and Approves Community Initiatives

Overview: The Bayport City Council meeting on October 6, 2025, addressed community safety concerns, particularly the hazards of lithium-ion batteries, while also advancing several community initiatives, including a curbside collection program for mattresses and box springs and preparations for upcoming events.

Franklin Township Faces Energy and Environmental Challenges with New Initiatives and Projects

Overview: The Franklin Environmental Commission recently addressed issues including energy grid challenges, warehouse developments, and environmental initiatives during their meeting. Key discussions focused on the energy grid’s inefficiencies, the ongoing warehouse proposals in the township, and new environmental projects aimed at reducing plastic waste and improving energy efficiency.

Blandford Considers Moratorium on Solar Facilities Amid Concerns Over Rapid Expansion

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Blandford Select Board, discussions centered on the possibility of implementing a temporary moratorium on solar facilities within the town. This proposal comes in response to growing concerns about the impact of solar and battery energy storage facilities on the community, with board members and legal counsel from KP Law addressing the complexities involved in regulating such developments. The board is evaluating a six-month moratorium to reassess zoning laws and manage the rapid increase in solar installations, particularly in light of a recent Department of Public Utilities (DPU) decision that expanded a local substation’s capacity, potentially facilitating further solar growth.