Conservation & Bioenergy
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Solar Vegetation Services
FDC Enterprises Conservation and Bioenergy provides a professional solution to lead the solar energy industry in responsible vegetation establishment and management. FDC offers full-service vegetation solutions for utility-scale solar projects.
CONSERVATION
FDCE has been establishing native grasses, forbs and pollinator habitat since 2003. We have successfully and professionally established and managed over 370,000 acres of habitat since inception, with project sizes ranging from 15-2,000 acres.
BIOENERGY
FDCE’s bioenergy sector focuses on the use of native perennial vegetation and crop residues to replace traditional non-renewable products and methodologies. Projects include: cellulosic ethanol, direct combustion, pollinator friendly solar arrays and poultry bedding.
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Preventing Erosion and Stormwater Issues on Solar Projects
Solar developments are designed to generate reliable, long-term energy, but their success also depends on what happens at ground level. Without proper vegetation management, exposed

Pollinator-Friendly Solar Farms: Adding Ecological Value to Renewable Energy
As solar energy development continues to expand, project owners are increasingly looking for ways to maximize the value of their sites beyond energy production alone.

Mowing, Discing, and Herbicides: When and Why Each Vegetation Method Is Used
Vegetation management is a critical component of maintaining solar site performance. Left unmanaged, vegetation can interfere with equipment, reduce efficiency, and create long-term maintenance challenges.