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[![Request a demo](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/5567017/interactive-164998339221.png) ](https://www.transect.com/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLJAmSi9Veqj0p41WZxEfNp0rl8o%2F%2FbAd2mzDaM8wJQulby%2FSWImI0NP0eyrlZNmyEladLc9GaCv5BihaJ6lWP9tEizwWEyvIf%2BlxecXk3utrJhxuRalFBl5T6HB010fJvZb31iFTYPDKnKGtA%2BJBexiAg96G4QDHxaLQvJPzceeeZJZ6Fblr248sYmYGJg0EVi8uQ%3D%3D&webInteractiveContentId=164998339221&portalId=5567017) ## Community opposition increases development costs and can lead to delayed or canceled projects. ![Vector-4](https://www.transect.com/hubfs/Vector-4.svg) Developers can waste time and money pursuing projects where negative sentiment exists ![Group-Apr-19-2024-04-53-22-0456-PM](https://www.transect.com/hubfs/Group-Apr-19-2024-04-53-22-0456-PM.svg) Moratoriums and other regulations may slow or block development progress ![Group 77](https://www.transect.com/hubfs/Group%2077.svg) There is no single source of truth about community sentiment toward renewables ## The Pulse product portfolio enables you to quickly assess community sentiment so you can make informed, data-driven decisions. ![Discover community sentiment, easily](https://www.transect.com/hubfs/Vector-3.svg) ### Discover community sentiment, easily Visualize sentiment at the county and sub-county level (where applicable) in a heatmap, with coverage across the continental US. ![WP-Heatmap](https://www.transect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/WP-Heatmap.png?width=2000&name=WP-Heatmap.png) ![Get key insights in a fraction of the time](https://www.transect.com/hubfs/Clip%20path%20group.svg) ### Get key insights in a fraction of the time Assess the likely community acceptance of your project based on automated analyses of thousands of news articles. You can also view detailed descriptions of contested projects that faced significant opposition. ![SP-Sentiment](https://www.transect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/SP-Sentiment.png?width=2000&name=SP-Sentiment.png) ![Pinpoint moratoriums on renewables development](https://www.transect.com/hubfs/Vector-1-1.svg) ### Pinpoint moratoriums on development Review thousands of continuously-updated moratoriums and ordinances, with optional Expert Verifications. ![WP-Moratoriums](https://www.transect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/WP-Moratoriums.png?width=2000&name=WP-Moratoriums.png) ![Identify key stakeholders](https://www.transect.com/hubfs/icon-collaboration.svg) ### Identify key stakeholders Find the names and roles of relevant individuals, groups and organizations in the community, along with their primary reasons for opposition. ![SP-Stakeholders](https://www.transect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/SP-Stakeholders.png?width=2000&name=SP-Stakeholders.png) ![Petitions and Facebook Groups](https://www.transect.com/hubfs/icons-risk-report.svg) ### Find petitions and social media posts Gain perspective on the scope and scale of community sentiment with details on online petitions plus activity on Reddit, Facebook Groups, and X (formerly Twitter). ![Petitions & FB Groups](https://www.transect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Petitions%20%26%20FB%20Groups.png?width=2000&name=Petitions%20%26%20FB%20Groups.png) ![icon-environmental-reporting](https://www.transect.com/hubfs/icon-environmental-reporting.svg) ### Understand the development landscape Identify nearby operational, planned, and canceled or postponed projects, with details on the project name, location, capacity, and developer/operator. ![WP-Activity](https://www.transect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/WP-Activity.png?width=2000&name=WP-Activity.png) ![Pulse Icon](https://www.transect.com/hubfs/Pulse%20Icon.svg) ### Track changes to sentiment over time Transect Risk Monitor alerts you when new news articles are released, when new opposition points are discovered or a new article reveals a significant change in sentiment, and when nearby projects are added or change development status. "It has been easy to access important information and has made the decision-making process much smoother. By delving deeper into the regulations, number of solar farms in the area, and articles, I can ensure that our choices are leading to more successful outcomes overall." ###### Team Lead Prospecting at UKA Green “Solar Pulse is valuable to the CleanChoice development team because it helps us screen for communities that are excited about new solar development and locations where we can make a positive impact on the community.” ###### GIS & Siting Manager CleanChoice Energy ## Learn more ![Community in support of solar development large scale](https://www.transect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/AI-Generated%20Media/Images/Community%20in%20support%20of%20solar%20development%20large%20scale.jpeg?width=1024&height=1024&name=Community%20in%20support%20of%20solar%20development%20large%20scale.jpeg) Recorded Webinar ### Decoding Community Sentiment: Tips for Success in Renewable Project Development Join industry experts from Solas Energy to explore how developers can approach community engagement early and mitigate project opposition risk. [ View now ](https://www.transect.com/webinar/community-sentiment-with-solas-energy) [![Convert Opposition into Advocacy](https://www.transect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Thumbnail-1.png?width=250&height=250&name=Thumbnail-1.png) Recorded Webinar #### Convert Opposition into Advocacy Two community affairs experts share strategies to assess sentiment, craft persuasive messaging, and implement engagement campaigns. ](https://www.transect.com/webinar/opposition-into-advocacy) [![A renewable energy solar farm is a largescale installation designed to harness sunlight and convert it into electricity through photovoltaic PV panels or concentrated solar power CSP systems These farms typically cover vast areas of land and consist-1](https://www.transect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/AI-Generated%20Media/Images/A%20renewable%20energy%20solar%20farm%20is%20a%20largescale%20installation%20designed%20to%20harness%20sunlight%20and%20convert%20it%20into%20electricity%20through%20photovoltaic%20PV%20panels%20or%20concentrated%20solar%20power%20CSP%20systems%20These%20farms%20typically%20cover%20vast%20areas%20of%20land%20and%20consist-1.jpeg?width=1344&height=768&name=A%20renewable%20energy%20solar%20farm%20is%20a%20largescale%20installation%20designed%20to%20harness%20sunlight%20and%20convert%20it%20into%20electricity%20through%20photovoltaic%20PV%20panels%20or%20concentrated%20solar%20power%20CSP%20systems%20These%20farms%20typically%20cover%20vast%20areas%20of%20land%20and%20consist-1.jpeg) Report #### 2026 Renewable Energy Developer Report Renewable energy developers share their top concerns and forecasts about the year ahead. ](https://www.transect.com/2026-developer-survey) [![Convert Opposition into Advocacy](https://www.transect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Thumbnail-1.png?width=250&height=250&name=Thumbnail-1.png) Recorded Webinar #### Convert Opposition into Advocacy Two community affairs experts share strategies to assess sentiment, craft persuasive messaging, and implement engagement campaigns. ](https://www.transect.com/webinar/opposition-into-advocacy) [![A renewable energy solar farm is a largescale installation designed to harness sunlight and convert it into electricity through photovoltaic PV panels or concentrated solar power CSP systems These farms typically cover vast areas of land and consist-1](https://www.transect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/AI-Generated%20Media/Images/A%20renewable%20energy%20solar%20farm%20is%20a%20largescale%20installation%20designed%20to%20harness%20sunlight%20and%20convert%20it%20into%20electricity%20through%20photovoltaic%20PV%20panels%20or%20concentrated%20solar%20power%20CSP%20systems%20These%20farms%20typically%20cover%20vast%20areas%20of%20land%20and%20consist-1.jpeg?width=1344&height=768&name=A%20renewable%20energy%20solar%20farm%20is%20a%20largescale%20installation%20designed%20to%20harness%20sunlight%20and%20convert%20it%20into%20electricity%20through%20photovoltaic%20PV%20panels%20or%20concentrated%20solar%20power%20CSP%20systems%20These%20farms%20typically%20cover%20vast%20areas%20of%20land%20and%20consist-1.jpeg) Report #### 2026 Renewable Energy Developer Report Renewable energy developers share their top concerns and forecasts about the year ahead. ](https://www.transect.com/2026-developer-survey) ## Keep discovering ### Get your free mini-report Curious how Transect can help you assess a parcel of land? 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