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Holliston Turns Old Landfill Into A Bright Source Of Clean Energy

The town's new solar project is officially online, bringing renewable power and a potential financial boost to the community.

HOLLISTON, MA — One of Holliston's former waste sites is getting a bright new purpose. The town's Marshall Street solar array is officially online after nearly seven years of planning, permitting and construction.

Developed in partnership with Onyx Renewables, the project transforms previously used landfill property into a source of renewable electricity while generating revenue for the town.

The milestone is a win for both the environment and local taxpayers, showing how communities can turn underused spaces into valuable assets.

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