The potential income from a solar lease for your property may sound appealing, but it may come with unexpected consequences. Before signing any agreement, ask yourself: “How will this affect my agricultural activities and tax exemption?” Understanding the potential...
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Powering up in Texas: How data centers connect to the ERCOT grid
For developers, investors and operators, the race to build data centers comes with a major hurdle: proving the Texas power grid actually has enough physical wiring to deliver your electricity. Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT)’s Vice President of...
What landowners should know before signing a solar lease
A solar lease can look appealing at first glance. Steady payments and long project terms often sound attractive, especially when rural property already supports your family or retirement plans. If you own land in East Texas, the decision can feel personal. Your...
Leasing Texas land for data centers? Read the power clause.
Leasing land to a data center sounds like a smart move. But unless your lease clearly says who pays for power upgrades, you could be stuck with costs that should never have been yours. Data centers need far more electricity than most properties are set up for, and...
How to efficiently remove a solar facility on your land in Texas?
You signed a 30-year solar lease and it feels like it will last forever. But eventually, every project reaches its final sunset. When that day comes, you don't want thousands of tons of steel, glass and wiring left behind on your property. Picture walking your land...
How to protect your land when leasing for AI or mining
Leasing your land for a data center or crypto mining site might sound like easy money, but it comes with risks you can’t afford to overlook. These operations need massive power, full-time access and long-term space. Moreover, if the lease isn’t clear, you could be...
What developers must know about Texas battery-storage permits
Texas has become a proving ground for large-scale battery projects, but the same deregulated system that fuels innovation also makes permitting complex. You’re not just checking boxes. You’re working through a structure built for competition, not simplicity. Here’s...
Can renewable energy keep up with AI’s rising demand?
AI expansion means you are entering a future where data centers consume extraordinary amounts of power. While renewable energy offers a path forward, scaling clean power at the pace AI demands forces you to confront bottlenecks in infrastructure, storage and...
Why you should never sign an energy lease without counsel
If you are a landowner in Texas, there is a high chance an energy company will eventually approach you. Sometimes, the introduction does not even look like a formal meeting. These companies will often just host barbecues, invite landowners and then casually present...
Understanding the rule of capture for Texas property owners
Your land rights in Texas may trace back to long traditions and notable rulings. One principle, the rule of capture, can shape the way you think about the resources under your land. It began more than a century ago, and it may still affect the choices you face in both...