Governments

Local governments cooperate with photovoltaic panel manufacturers

This guidebook assists local government officials and stakeholders in the United States in boosting solar deployment and overcoming the common barriers in the existing market. . NLR conducts market analysis, provides technical assistance, and develops tools and resources for community solar. Department of Energy (DOE) defines community solar as any solar project or purchasing program, within a geographic area, in which the benefits of a solar project flow to. . EPA invites local governments across the country to meet their environmental, energy, economic and domestic job creation goals through greater utilization of solar energy from on and off site solar projects that serve municipal operations. Achieving this goal will support the nationwide effort to address climate change, while ensuring all Americans benefit from. . The solar industry has much to gain by developing constructive partnerships with local governments to help communities achieve sustainability, resilience, and equity goals.