Fayette County students help design Hailey Pike landfill solar project, district hears

Feb 3, 2026

District staff and a renewables developer presented a proposed Hailey Pike landfill solar project of up to 67 megawatts that includes a community benefit plan and hands-on student roles; students urged formal recognition for industry-facing coursework and the board discussed scaling student engagement and facility partnerships.

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Miranda Scully, the district's executive director of public engagement, introduced representatives of a renewables developer who outlined a proposed Hailey Pike landfill solar project that could reach as much as 67 megawatts and include a community benefit plan emphasizing workforce development and environmental stewardship.

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