Solar plant groundbreaking

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Lexington, SC (WOLO) —

Sunshine means big business in Lexington County.
Friday morning Diamond Energy broke ground on the first of four facilities in Lexington and Barnwell Counties, this one in Pelion.

The company says the 51 megawatt plants will eventually provide solar energy to homes and businesses in the area.