In 2019, Fossil Creek Land Company, a leading provider of land services for the renewable energy industry, was called upon to lend its expertise and services to the Bitter Ridge Wind Farm project in Jay County, Indiana. This project, spearheaded by Scout Clean Energy, aimed to harness the power of wind to generate clean, renewable energy for the region.

Fossil Creek Land Company played a pivotal role in the project's success, and provides comprehensive land services that include:

• Identification of surface owners: Accurately identifying and locating surface owners is crucial for wind energy projects, as it ensures that proper land rights are secured. Fossil Creek Land Company utilizes its extensive knowledge and experience to identify all surface owners within the project area.

• Lease negotiations and acquisition: Negotiating and acquiring land leases from surface owners is a complex process that requires expertise in land law and negotiation techniques. Fossil Creek Land Company's team of experienced professionals successfully negotiates and acquires the necessary land leases for wind farm projects.

• Coordination of due diligence: Due diligence is essential for ensuring that the project site is free from any environmental or legal encumbrances. Fossil Creek Land Company coordinates the due diligence process, ensuring that all potential issues are identified and addressed.

• Title examination: A thorough title examination is crucial for verifying ownership and ensuring that there are no liens or encumbrances on the project site. Fossil Creek Land Company's team of title experts conduct a comprehensive title examination.

• Title curative: In some cases, title defects may arise during the title examination process. Fossil Creek Land Company's expertise in title curative ensured that any title defects were resolved swiftly and efficiently, allowing projects to proceed without delays.

• Community outreach: Engaging with the local community is essential for building trust and understanding. Fossil Creek Land Company actively engages with the community, addressing concerns and providing information about the project.

• Document preparation and filing: A myriad of documents need to be prepared and filed for wind energy projects. Fossil Creek Land Company expertly handles the preparation and filing of all necessary documents, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.

Fossil Creek Land Company's commitment to excellence and expertise in land services makes it a trusted partner for wind energy projects across the country.