ZNRG and Planted Solar Partner to Build More Power with Less Land in Maryland

Planted Solar and Maryland-based community solar developer ZNRG are collaborating on a portfolio of projects across the state. By using Planted’s terrain-following arrays and integrated development platform, ZNRG can identify sites with challenging terrain, require 50% less land per MWh, streamline permitting, and move from design to operation faster — a key advantage in Maryland’s constrained interconnection market.

“Planted’s technology allows us to unlock sites that would otherwise be overlooked,” said Karan Takhar, founder of ZNRG. “By optimizing land use and minimizing environmental impact, we can deliver stronger value for landowners and accelerate the path to clean power.”

Building a presence in Maryland’s community solar market

Maryland’s community solar program is entering a pivotal phase, with rising demand for land-efficient solutions that can navigate permitting and interconnection constraints. Planted’s work with ZNRG reflects its commitment to supporting developers in the region and expanding the range of viable project sites.

“ZNRG is a savvy, forward-thinking developer,” said Eric Brown, CEO of Planted Solar. “By combining their market expertise with our platform, we’re helping bring more community solar online faster and with stronger economics.”

“I’m excited to be building greater energy capacity in the state I’ve always called home, which currently imports over 40% of its power and has seen major cost increases as a result,” said Takhar.

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About ZNRG

ZNRG Solar is a Maryland-based developer of solar projects. ZNRG works with landowners, utilities, and local partners to deliver cost-effective clean energy that lowers power bills, advances local energy independence, and supports the state’s renewable energy goals.

About Planted Solar

Planted Solar is redefining solar deployment with an integrated hardware and software platform that pairs high-density, terrain-following arrays with automated installation. Planted's smarter, streamlined approach helps developers, EPCs, and IPPs unlock more land, lower costs, and build projects in half the time—delivering stronger project outcomes and accelerating the delivery of abundant energy. 

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