DOE Launches New Tool For Solar Communities
The DOE has made available a new online resource for local governments that assists community leaders and local stakeholders in building sustainable local solar markets. The online publication, Solar Powering Your Community: A Guide for Local Governments, provides local governments with best practices. The publication outlines best practices and lessons learned from 25 Solar America Cities and other local governments across the nation that have increased solar energy use in their communities. It also describes various solar programs and policies, explains the benefits, provides implementation tips, and includes brief case studies.
The best practices outlined in the Guide have been designed to meet the needs of local governments from small municipalities to large counties and metropolitan centers in diverse geographic areas. Topics included in the Guide include: strategies for solar initiatives, incentives, updating and enforcing local rules and regulations, engaging utilities, creating solar jobs and supporting economic development, outreach and education, and leading by example by installing solar on government buildings.
Solar Powering Your Community: A Guide for Local Governments is available on the Solar America Cities Web site.
For more information about the Solar America Cities visit the Solar America Cities Web site.
