Hey, that’s a great question. I’ve read a few studies that track land use after solar farms come online. They usually find that most of the ground stays covered—often with native grasses or trees that still allow wildlife to roam, so the ecosystem can remain pretty healthy. It’s not a one‑size‑fits‑all answer, but the data shows that if the land is managed responsibly, the area can stay green and useful for both sun and nature. If you need specifics, I can point you toward a couple of reports that go into the numbers and the ecological impacts.

Sure thing. In most reports I’ve seen the habitat that’s kept after a solar farm is around 80‑90% of the original area, especially when native grasses or low‑evergreen trees are planted. The upkeep cost is pretty modest, roughly $30 to $50 a year per acre, mainly watering during the dry months and occasional weed control. That maintenance translates into a steady return; the net revenue can be about $500 to $1,000 per acre per year when you factor in the solar power output and the land’s ability to support wildlife or even small orchards. The numbers vary a bit depending on the region, but those are the ball‑park figures that keep the math clean.