20-year study finds no evidence wind, solar farms depress home values

Researchers analyzing housing markets near renewable energy projects in Indiana found no sustained drops in residential sale prices, addressing a persistent local opposition argument.

First covered Sep 8, 2026 · 1:50 PM PT · 3 articles · no longer in the live window

20-year study finds no evidence wind, solar farms depress home values — Image via electrek.co

Coverage

17d via Bluesky Ball State study finds no home value losses near wind, solar projects — Researchers examined housing markets near wind farms and solar sites and found no sustained drop in residential sale prices.

18d Electrek Do wind and solar farms tank home values? A 20-year study has an answer — One of the most common arguments against a new wind or solar farm is that it will drag down nearby home values.

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Discussion

Bluesky: @mzjacobson.bsky.social Mark Z. Jacobson · 17d ago · 8 ♥ New study: No negative effects on home values near large wind or solar projects www.thestarpress.com/story/news/l...

Appeared in: 2026-09-09 (#17)

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