Unlocking Land for Solar with Scott Aaronson - E139

In this episode, we sit down with Scott Aaronson, founder and CEO of Demeter Land Development, to explore his unexpected path from criminal defense attorney to renewable energy land origination expert.

Scott recounts how his real estate ventures led him to community solar development, shedding light on the evolving challenges of securing land for distributed generation (DG) projects. He discusses the industry's transformation from old-school, door-knocking tactics to a highly strategic, data-driven approach.

We cover:

• How his unique legal background can be applied to land origination
• The biggest challenges in permitting, interconnection, and competition
• How personalized landowner outreach makes a difference
• The future of DG renewables and what trends to watch

Scott emphasizes the importance of local relationships, policy awareness, and strategic first-mover advantage in emerging markets. He also shares how Demeter’s partnership with Paces has helped streamline operations and accelerate growth.

If you’re involved in solar development, land acquisition, or renewable energy policy, this episode is packed with valuable insights!

Connect with Scott here!

Paces helps developers find and evaluate the sites most suitable for renewable development. Interested in a call with James, CEO @ Paces?