Siting Renewable Energy on Public Lands: Existing
Because the vast majority of onshore renewable energy development is taking place on lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), the largest federal land manager by
Because the vast majority of onshore renewable energy development is taking place on lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), the largest federal land manager by
This article provides a detailed overview of solar energy regulations and permits, emphasizing their relevance and importance in facilitating the growth of solar energy.
About this Document This document is intended to provide guidance to local governments considering developing an ordinance or rules related to the development of utility-scale solar
The safe and reliable installation of photovoltaic (PV) solar energy systems and their integration with the nation''s electric grid requires timely
This page describes the patchwork of federal, state, and local policies and regulations pertaining to renewable energy systems that impact project development.
New report and interactive map provide a detailed look at the diversity of renewable energy siting and permitting regulations and processes across the United States,
State Solar Carve-Out ProgramsSolar Interconnection Standards & PoliciesUnderstanding Electricity Market Frameworks & PoliciesInterconnection standards define how a distributed generation system, such as solar photovoltaics (PVs), can connect to the grid. In some areas of the United States, the interconnection process lacks consistent parameters and procedures for connecting to the grid or is unnecessarily complex. This drives up costs and causes delays, which can be sign...See more on epa.govThe American Clean Power Association[PDF]
About this Document This document is intended to provide guidance to local governments considering developing an ordinance or rules related to the development of utility-scale solar
In this article, we will outline both federal and state rules, permitting requirements, interconnection pre-requisites, and why these regulations are important to understand for both developers and
Federal laws have been passed by Congress to establish requirements for the Bureau of Land Management and/or the Department of Energy to facilitate solar energy development on public
The safe and reliable installation of photovoltaic (PV) solar energy systems and their integration with the nation''s electric grid requires timely development of the foundational codes and
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