This bill aims to provide tools to local communities to make solar permitting more efficient. It establishes a program to provide competitive and challenge grants to local governments that adopt best practices for solar permitting. The Secretary of Energy would define best practices and provide voluntary certification for adopting them. Grants could be used for training, developing permitting tools, and pilot projects to standardize and streamline permitting processes. The Secretary could rescind funds from grantees that fail to implement committed permitting reforms. Grantees would need to provide matching funds.
This document summarizes New Jersey's redevelopment laws and recent changes made in response to court rulings. It discusses the Local Redevelopment and Housing Law, criteria for designating an area "in need of redevelopment," and key cases like Gallenthin Realty v. Paulsboro and Harrison Redevelopment Agency v. DeRose. It also describes legislation passed in 2013 that codified these rulings, clarified the difference between "condemnation" and "non-condemnation" redevelopment areas, and established new notice requirements. Several redevelopment success stories in New Jersey cities are highlighted.
New PA Rule Adopted for Emergency Response Planning at Unconventional Well SitesMarcellus Drilling News
A new rule previously adopted by the PA Environmental Quality Board has just officially been published (Jan 26, 2013) in the Pennsylvania Bulletin--making the new rule official. The rule sets requirements for the preparation and implementation of emergency plans at Marcellus Shale drilling sites.
This supplemental decision by the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board provides context and analysis regarding NSP Maritime Link Inc.'s compliance filing to satisfy conditions imposed in the Board's previous approval of the Maritime Link Project. Specifically, the Board assesses whether the newly executed Energy Access Agreement satisfies the key condition of providing NSPI access to Nalcor's market-priced energy. The Board also considers appropriate reporting requirements for NSPML and whether other conditions have been addressed.
Environmental Assessments for Energy, Infrastructure and Resource projects ...This account is closed
Understanding the new Canadian Environmental Assessment Act (CEAA) and how it relates to applicable provincial environmental assessment and planning legislation is critical to the success of your projects. Navigating the challenges of multiple government bodies, project scoping considerations and your consultation responsibilities with First Nations are key to the approval process. Obtaining approvals for these assessments may unlock opportunities or cause challenges.
Presenters:
David Estrin, Partner, Gowlings (Toronto Office)
Rodney V. Northey, Partner, Gowlings (Toronto Office)
Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects and IPCCharles Cowap
Paper presented at Roots 2010, April 2010 outlining new procedures for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects and the role of the Infrastructure Planning Commission
General Carbon Newsletter - November 2011Rameez Shaikh
1) The REC market has grown significantly in its first year, with over 459,000 RECs issued and traded on exchanges. However, the CDM and CER market has declined sharply with current prices around €6.
2) Power prices increased in October due to severe coal shortages, but stabilized in November around ₹4/unit as coal availability was restored. The government is preparing a second set of power sector reforms around open access and restructuring state utilities.
3) REC prices traded between ₹2,800-2,900 on exchanges in November. Over 1 lakh RECs were traded as more became available from increased issuance. However, many state power distribution companies face
The document outlines the process for proposing and constructing the Kapiti Coast Expressway as part of the Wellington Northern Corridor. It discusses how the expressway was listed as a Road of National Significance, and the steps involved in designating the land, obtaining resource consents, protecting heritage sites, acquiring land, and establishing it as a limited access road. These steps include issuing a Notice of Requirement, public consultation, recommendations by local authorities, potential appeals to the Environment Court, and compensation for acquired or impacted private land. The multi-year process will require navigating the Resource Management Act, Public Works Act, Historic Places Act, and Government Roading Powers Act.
The document provides an overview of the DVB-H and DVB-SH standards for digital video broadcasting to mobile devices. It describes the key aspects of the system architecture, including the use of OFDM modulation, time slicing, and MPE-FEC error correction in DVB-H. It also explains how DVB-SH extends coverage to non-urban areas using a satellite component along with a complementary ground component. The motivations for developing these standards to support mobile and perpetually mobile devices are also discussed.
This document summarizes New Jersey's redevelopment laws and recent changes made in response to court rulings. It discusses the Local Redevelopment and Housing Law, criteria for designating an area "in need of redevelopment," and key cases like Gallenthin Realty v. Paulsboro and Harrison Redevelopment Agency v. DeRose. It also describes legislation passed in 2013 that codified these rulings, clarified the difference between "condemnation" and "non-condemnation" redevelopment areas, and established new notice requirements. Several redevelopment success stories in New Jersey cities are highlighted.
New PA Rule Adopted for Emergency Response Planning at Unconventional Well SitesMarcellus Drilling News
A new rule previously adopted by the PA Environmental Quality Board has just officially been published (Jan 26, 2013) in the Pennsylvania Bulletin--making the new rule official. The rule sets requirements for the preparation and implementation of emergency plans at Marcellus Shale drilling sites.
This supplemental decision by the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board provides context and analysis regarding NSP Maritime Link Inc.'s compliance filing to satisfy conditions imposed in the Board's previous approval of the Maritime Link Project. Specifically, the Board assesses whether the newly executed Energy Access Agreement satisfies the key condition of providing NSPI access to Nalcor's market-priced energy. The Board also considers appropriate reporting requirements for NSPML and whether other conditions have been addressed.
Environmental Assessments for Energy, Infrastructure and Resource projects ...This account is closed
Understanding the new Canadian Environmental Assessment Act (CEAA) and how it relates to applicable provincial environmental assessment and planning legislation is critical to the success of your projects. Navigating the challenges of multiple government bodies, project scoping considerations and your consultation responsibilities with First Nations are key to the approval process. Obtaining approvals for these assessments may unlock opportunities or cause challenges.
Presenters:
David Estrin, Partner, Gowlings (Toronto Office)
Rodney V. Northey, Partner, Gowlings (Toronto Office)
Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects and IPCCharles Cowap
Paper presented at Roots 2010, April 2010 outlining new procedures for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects and the role of the Infrastructure Planning Commission
General Carbon Newsletter - November 2011Rameez Shaikh
1) The REC market has grown significantly in its first year, with over 459,000 RECs issued and traded on exchanges. However, the CDM and CER market has declined sharply with current prices around €6.
2) Power prices increased in October due to severe coal shortages, but stabilized in November around ₹4/unit as coal availability was restored. The government is preparing a second set of power sector reforms around open access and restructuring state utilities.
3) REC prices traded between ₹2,800-2,900 on exchanges in November. Over 1 lakh RECs were traded as more became available from increased issuance. However, many state power distribution companies face
The document outlines the process for proposing and constructing the Kapiti Coast Expressway as part of the Wellington Northern Corridor. It discusses how the expressway was listed as a Road of National Significance, and the steps involved in designating the land, obtaining resource consents, protecting heritage sites, acquiring land, and establishing it as a limited access road. These steps include issuing a Notice of Requirement, public consultation, recommendations by local authorities, potential appeals to the Environment Court, and compensation for acquired or impacted private land. The multi-year process will require navigating the Resource Management Act, Public Works Act, Historic Places Act, and Government Roading Powers Act.
The document provides an overview of the DVB-H and DVB-SH standards for digital video broadcasting to mobile devices. It describes the key aspects of the system architecture, including the use of OFDM modulation, time slicing, and MPE-FEC error correction in DVB-H. It also explains how DVB-SH extends coverage to non-urban areas using a satellite component along with a complementary ground component. The motivations for developing these standards to support mobile and perpetually mobile devices are also discussed.
US Solar Market Insight; 1st Quarter 2011 Sunworks
The U.S. solar market grew significantly in Q1 2011, with photovoltaic (PV) installations up 66% over Q1 2010. Key factors driving growth included improved market fundamentals like lower component prices, as well as projects started in late 2010 to qualify for federal grants before the anticipated deadline. While the residential market grew modestly, strong growth in the non-residential sector more than doubled installations in 10 states compared to a year ago. Looking ahead, industry analysts expect the U.S. solar market to at least double in size again in 2011, though growth may slow in coming quarters as the impact of the 2010 overhang diminishes.
Solar photovoltaic system costs have fallen steadily over the past decade while projected costs for new nuclear plants have risen significantly. In North Carolina in recent years, the cost of electricity from new solar installations has dropped below the projected cost of electricity from proposed new nuclear plants. This cost crossover has major implications and suggests North Carolina should prioritize increasing solar power generation over investing in costly new nuclear plants.
Solar energy comes from the sun and can be used as a source of heat and light or to generate electricity. It has been harnessed for centuries through technologies like solar heating. Modern solar power plants use either photovoltaic cells or thermal systems to convert sunlight into electricity. A photovoltaic plant directly converts sunlight to electricity using solar arrays and inverters, while a thermal plant uses concentrated sunlight to heat a working fluid and drive a turbine generator. To power Arizona would require around 400 square miles of solar panels, capturing the abundant yearly sunshine to generate the state's electricity needs.
ECOtality Wins $2.87 in Bay Area ContractsSunworks
ECOtality was awarded $2.87 million by the Bay Area Air Quality Management District to expand its EV Project to the San Francisco Bay Area. As part of the contract, ECOtality will oversee the installation of 2,750 home charging stations and 30 fast charging stations throughout the Bay Area. ECOtality was selected for its experience managing the largest rollout of electric vehicle infrastructure in history through the EV Project. The expanded project aims to increase electric vehicle adoption and improve air quality in the region.
The document is a program handbook for the California Solar Initiative Thermal Program (CSI-Thermal). It provides guidelines for eligible equipment, participants, incentives, and the application process. The program aims to transform the solar thermal market in California by promoting solar water heating technologies. Incentives are available for both residential and commercial installations and vary based on system size, fuel displaced, and other factors. The application process involves submitting a reservation request form package for review and approval.
Forecasting, scheduling and im balance handling forJay Ranvir
This document outlines procedures for implementing a framework for forecasting, scheduling, and imbalance handling for renewable energy (RE) generating stations including wind and solar power parks at the inter-state level in India. Key points:
- The procedure is applicable to RE generators connected to the inter-state transmission system and having over 50MW capacity, as well as solar/wind parks and generators acting as lead/principal generators.
- It defines roles for RE generators, load dispatch centers, regional power committees, and others. Generators must provide forecasts, schedules, real-time data and monthly data. Load centers coordinate scheduling and handle forecasting.
- The procedure covers connectivity applications, scheduling, metering requirements, energy accounting
Forecasting, scheduling and imbalance handling for Solar Wind EnergyJay Ranvir
This document outlines procedures for implementing a framework for forecasting, scheduling, and imbalance handling for renewable energy (RE) generating stations including wind and solar power parks at the inter-state level in India. Key points:
- The procedure is applicable to RE generators connected to the inter-state transmission system and having over 50MW capacity, as well as solar/wind parks and generators acting as lead/principal generators.
- It defines roles for RE generators, load dispatch centers, regional power committees, and others. Generators must provide forecasts, schedules, real-time data and monthly data. Load centers coordinate scheduling and handle forecasting.
- The procedure covers connectivity applications, scheduling, metering requirements, energy accounting
This bill amends the renewable energy tax credit statute. It makes several changes including:
1) Expanding the tax credit to various types of solar, wind, and utility-scale renewable energy property.
2) Adjusting the applicable tax credit percentages based on when the renewable energy property is installed and placed in service.
3) Clarifying definitions related to eligible renewable energy property and basis for the tax credit calculation.
4) Allowing taxpayers to elect a refund for any excess tax credit amount over their tax liability for certain renewable energy property.
Presentation On Salient Features Of The Electricity Act , 2003rapper44
The document summarizes the salient features of the Electricity Act 2003, covering areas such as rural electrification, generation, transmission, distribution, role of government, consumer protection, regulatory commissions, tariff principles, measures against theft, and restructuring of state electricity boards. Key points include promoting rural electrification, removing licensing requirements for generation and captive power, establishing regulatory commissions and appellate tribunals, and provisions for open access and distribution reforms.
An initial outline of changes to be made to Title 25 Pa. Code Chapter 78 (the Oil and Gas Act), a required rewrite part of the recently passed PA Act 13 law governing Marcellus shale gas drilling. This concept paper is not the final language being proposed, but "a starting point" for discussion. The Dept. of Environmental Protection's Oil and Gas Technical Advisory Board is charged with drafting the rewrite.
Policy on Net Metering for Grid Interactive Roof-Top Solar Photo Voltaic Powe...Headway Solar
Policy on Net Metering for Grid Interactive Roof-Top Solar Photo Voltaic Power Plants Punjab 2014
This document is not a work of Headway Solar (http://headwaysolar.com/) and it has been released here for the benefit of the general public.
28 0009 Rltng To Renewable Energy Prvdng For IncentivesGenevieve Whitaker
This document is a bill being proposed in the Virgin Islands Legislature to promote renewable and alternative energy development. It proposes to amend existing codes to provide incentives for installing solar and wind energy systems. Specifically, it would require new developments to use solar systems for 70% of water heating. It also establishes a rebate program to provide financial incentives for individuals and businesses purchasing solar or wind equipment. An interagency advisory committee would be formed to provide input and recommendations to further the goals of developing renewable energy sources.
The document contains draft guidelines for a scheme to set up 2000 MW of grid-connected solar PV projects in India. It outlines the background and objectives of the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission and the proposed State Specific Viability Gap Funding scheme. The key points are:
1) The scheme aims to develop solar projects in solar parks across various Indian states with viability gap funding provided through SECI to lower the tariff.
2) Projects will be selected through competitive bidding with the tariff capped at Rs. 5.43/kWh escalating annually. The maximum VGF is Rs. 1 crore/MW with developers required to invest a minimum equity of Rs. 1.2
The document contains draft guidelines for a scheme to set up 2000 MW of grid-connected solar PV power projects in India under Phase II, Batch III of the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission (JNNSM). Stakeholders are invited to provide comments on the draft guidelines by March 16, 2015. The key points of the guidelines are:
1) The 2000 MW capacity will be developed through a state-specific viability gap funding (VGF) scheme in solar parks across various states.
2) Projects will be selected through a competitive bidding process conducted by Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI).
3) The fixed tariff payable to project developers is Rs. 5
This document discusses a Municipal Solar Buyers Group (MSBG) created in Westchester County, New York to facilitate municipal solar projects through innovative public-private partnerships. The MSBG allows municipalities to jointly issue requests for proposals and negotiate power purchase agreements with private developers. This approach leverages private sector financing while lowering long-term electricity costs for participating municipalities. To date, the MSBG has identified over 40 potential solar sites across 18 municipalities that could generate 15-20 megawatts of solar power worth $20-36 million over 20 years.
Community Microgrids: Optimizing economics, environment, & resilience (5/17/18)Clean Coalition
The Clean Coalition’s Executive Director, Craig Lewis, presented on our Community Microgrid Initiative at Leadership Palo Alto’s Environment & Sustainability Day, which took place on May 17, 2018 in Palo Alto, CA.
This document provides guidelines for implementing the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evem Utthan Mahabhiyan (PM KUSUM) Scheme in India. The scheme has three components: 1) Setting up decentralized ground or stilt-mounted solar power plants up to 2 MW capacity, 2) Installing 17.5 lakh standalone solar pumps for agriculture, and 3) Solarizing 10 lakh existing grid-connected agriculture pumps. It aims to add 25,750 MW of solar capacity by 2022 with Rs. 34,422 crore in central funding. Distribution companies will notify available surplus capacity at substations and invite applications from farmers, cooperatives, or developers to set up renewable plants
THE NET ZERO EMISSIONS BILL, 2022
A
BILL
to provide a framework for achieving net zero emissions by the year 2070 as per India's
nationally determined contributions under the United Nations Framework
Convention on Climate Change and to provide relief for vulnerable
persons and communities from drastic climate events in the form
of maintaining a vulnerable population registry at the State
and the district levels and for matters connected therewith
or incidental thereto.
Official Document of the Renewable policy 2012 of West Bengal released by the Department of Power and Non conventional energy sources, Govt of West Bengal.
This document is not a work of Headway Solar (http://headwaysolar.com/) and it has been released here for the benefit of the general public.
India's National Solar Mission Phase 2 Batch 1 Guidelines - DraftHeadway Solar
India launched the National Solar Mission (NSM) in 2009, aiming 20GW grid-connected solar capacity by 2022. This document was released by the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, India, and contains the draft copy of the guidelines for project allotment under Phase 2 Batch 1 of the NSM, through public-private partnership.
This document is not a work of Headway Solar (http://headwaysolar.com/) and it has been released here for the benefit of the general public.
US Solar Market Insight; 1st Quarter 2011 Sunworks
The U.S. solar market grew significantly in Q1 2011, with photovoltaic (PV) installations up 66% over Q1 2010. Key factors driving growth included improved market fundamentals like lower component prices, as well as projects started in late 2010 to qualify for federal grants before the anticipated deadline. While the residential market grew modestly, strong growth in the non-residential sector more than doubled installations in 10 states compared to a year ago. Looking ahead, industry analysts expect the U.S. solar market to at least double in size again in 2011, though growth may slow in coming quarters as the impact of the 2010 overhang diminishes.
Solar photovoltaic system costs have fallen steadily over the past decade while projected costs for new nuclear plants have risen significantly. In North Carolina in recent years, the cost of electricity from new solar installations has dropped below the projected cost of electricity from proposed new nuclear plants. This cost crossover has major implications and suggests North Carolina should prioritize increasing solar power generation over investing in costly new nuclear plants.
Solar energy comes from the sun and can be used as a source of heat and light or to generate electricity. It has been harnessed for centuries through technologies like solar heating. Modern solar power plants use either photovoltaic cells or thermal systems to convert sunlight into electricity. A photovoltaic plant directly converts sunlight to electricity using solar arrays and inverters, while a thermal plant uses concentrated sunlight to heat a working fluid and drive a turbine generator. To power Arizona would require around 400 square miles of solar panels, capturing the abundant yearly sunshine to generate the state's electricity needs.
ECOtality Wins $2.87 in Bay Area ContractsSunworks
ECOtality was awarded $2.87 million by the Bay Area Air Quality Management District to expand its EV Project to the San Francisco Bay Area. As part of the contract, ECOtality will oversee the installation of 2,750 home charging stations and 30 fast charging stations throughout the Bay Area. ECOtality was selected for its experience managing the largest rollout of electric vehicle infrastructure in history through the EV Project. The expanded project aims to increase electric vehicle adoption and improve air quality in the region.
The document is a program handbook for the California Solar Initiative Thermal Program (CSI-Thermal). It provides guidelines for eligible equipment, participants, incentives, and the application process. The program aims to transform the solar thermal market in California by promoting solar water heating technologies. Incentives are available for both residential and commercial installations and vary based on system size, fuel displaced, and other factors. The application process involves submitting a reservation request form package for review and approval.
Forecasting, scheduling and im balance handling forJay Ranvir
This document outlines procedures for implementing a framework for forecasting, scheduling, and imbalance handling for renewable energy (RE) generating stations including wind and solar power parks at the inter-state level in India. Key points:
- The procedure is applicable to RE generators connected to the inter-state transmission system and having over 50MW capacity, as well as solar/wind parks and generators acting as lead/principal generators.
- It defines roles for RE generators, load dispatch centers, regional power committees, and others. Generators must provide forecasts, schedules, real-time data and monthly data. Load centers coordinate scheduling and handle forecasting.
- The procedure covers connectivity applications, scheduling, metering requirements, energy accounting
Forecasting, scheduling and imbalance handling for Solar Wind EnergyJay Ranvir
This document outlines procedures for implementing a framework for forecasting, scheduling, and imbalance handling for renewable energy (RE) generating stations including wind and solar power parks at the inter-state level in India. Key points:
- The procedure is applicable to RE generators connected to the inter-state transmission system and having over 50MW capacity, as well as solar/wind parks and generators acting as lead/principal generators.
- It defines roles for RE generators, load dispatch centers, regional power committees, and others. Generators must provide forecasts, schedules, real-time data and monthly data. Load centers coordinate scheduling and handle forecasting.
- The procedure covers connectivity applications, scheduling, metering requirements, energy accounting
This bill amends the renewable energy tax credit statute. It makes several changes including:
1) Expanding the tax credit to various types of solar, wind, and utility-scale renewable energy property.
2) Adjusting the applicable tax credit percentages based on when the renewable energy property is installed and placed in service.
3) Clarifying definitions related to eligible renewable energy property and basis for the tax credit calculation.
4) Allowing taxpayers to elect a refund for any excess tax credit amount over their tax liability for certain renewable energy property.
Presentation On Salient Features Of The Electricity Act , 2003rapper44
The document summarizes the salient features of the Electricity Act 2003, covering areas such as rural electrification, generation, transmission, distribution, role of government, consumer protection, regulatory commissions, tariff principles, measures against theft, and restructuring of state electricity boards. Key points include promoting rural electrification, removing licensing requirements for generation and captive power, establishing regulatory commissions and appellate tribunals, and provisions for open access and distribution reforms.
An initial outline of changes to be made to Title 25 Pa. Code Chapter 78 (the Oil and Gas Act), a required rewrite part of the recently passed PA Act 13 law governing Marcellus shale gas drilling. This concept paper is not the final language being proposed, but "a starting point" for discussion. The Dept. of Environmental Protection's Oil and Gas Technical Advisory Board is charged with drafting the rewrite.
Policy on Net Metering for Grid Interactive Roof-Top Solar Photo Voltaic Powe...Headway Solar
Policy on Net Metering for Grid Interactive Roof-Top Solar Photo Voltaic Power Plants Punjab 2014
This document is not a work of Headway Solar (http://headwaysolar.com/) and it has been released here for the benefit of the general public.
28 0009 Rltng To Renewable Energy Prvdng For IncentivesGenevieve Whitaker
This document is a bill being proposed in the Virgin Islands Legislature to promote renewable and alternative energy development. It proposes to amend existing codes to provide incentives for installing solar and wind energy systems. Specifically, it would require new developments to use solar systems for 70% of water heating. It also establishes a rebate program to provide financial incentives for individuals and businesses purchasing solar or wind equipment. An interagency advisory committee would be formed to provide input and recommendations to further the goals of developing renewable energy sources.
The document contains draft guidelines for a scheme to set up 2000 MW of grid-connected solar PV projects in India. It outlines the background and objectives of the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission and the proposed State Specific Viability Gap Funding scheme. The key points are:
1) The scheme aims to develop solar projects in solar parks across various Indian states with viability gap funding provided through SECI to lower the tariff.
2) Projects will be selected through competitive bidding with the tariff capped at Rs. 5.43/kWh escalating annually. The maximum VGF is Rs. 1 crore/MW with developers required to invest a minimum equity of Rs. 1.2
The document contains draft guidelines for a scheme to set up 2000 MW of grid-connected solar PV power projects in India under Phase II, Batch III of the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission (JNNSM). Stakeholders are invited to provide comments on the draft guidelines by March 16, 2015. The key points of the guidelines are:
1) The 2000 MW capacity will be developed through a state-specific viability gap funding (VGF) scheme in solar parks across various states.
2) Projects will be selected through a competitive bidding process conducted by Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI).
3) The fixed tariff payable to project developers is Rs. 5
This document discusses a Municipal Solar Buyers Group (MSBG) created in Westchester County, New York to facilitate municipal solar projects through innovative public-private partnerships. The MSBG allows municipalities to jointly issue requests for proposals and negotiate power purchase agreements with private developers. This approach leverages private sector financing while lowering long-term electricity costs for participating municipalities. To date, the MSBG has identified over 40 potential solar sites across 18 municipalities that could generate 15-20 megawatts of solar power worth $20-36 million over 20 years.
Community Microgrids: Optimizing economics, environment, & resilience (5/17/18)Clean Coalition
The Clean Coalition’s Executive Director, Craig Lewis, presented on our Community Microgrid Initiative at Leadership Palo Alto’s Environment & Sustainability Day, which took place on May 17, 2018 in Palo Alto, CA.
This document provides guidelines for implementing the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evem Utthan Mahabhiyan (PM KUSUM) Scheme in India. The scheme has three components: 1) Setting up decentralized ground or stilt-mounted solar power plants up to 2 MW capacity, 2) Installing 17.5 lakh standalone solar pumps for agriculture, and 3) Solarizing 10 lakh existing grid-connected agriculture pumps. It aims to add 25,750 MW of solar capacity by 2022 with Rs. 34,422 crore in central funding. Distribution companies will notify available surplus capacity at substations and invite applications from farmers, cooperatives, or developers to set up renewable plants
THE NET ZERO EMISSIONS BILL, 2022
A
BILL
to provide a framework for achieving net zero emissions by the year 2070 as per India's
nationally determined contributions under the United Nations Framework
Convention on Climate Change and to provide relief for vulnerable
persons and communities from drastic climate events in the form
of maintaining a vulnerable population registry at the State
and the district levels and for matters connected therewith
or incidental thereto.
Official Document of the Renewable policy 2012 of West Bengal released by the Department of Power and Non conventional energy sources, Govt of West Bengal.
This document is not a work of Headway Solar (http://headwaysolar.com/) and it has been released here for the benefit of the general public.
India's National Solar Mission Phase 2 Batch 1 Guidelines - DraftHeadway Solar
India launched the National Solar Mission (NSM) in 2009, aiming 20GW grid-connected solar capacity by 2022. This document was released by the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, India, and contains the draft copy of the guidelines for project allotment under Phase 2 Batch 1 of the NSM, through public-private partnership.
This document is not a work of Headway Solar (http://headwaysolar.com/) and it has been released here for the benefit of the general public.
This document is the Republic Act No 9136, also known as the Electric Power Industry Reform Act of 2001. It establishes policies for restructuring the electric power industry in the Philippines, including total electrification of the country, ensuring affordable and reliable electricity supply, and enhancing private sector participation and competition through privatization and regulatory reforms. It defines key terms, establishes the framework for transitioning to a competitive structure, and assigns roles and responsibilities to government agencies and private entities in the reformed industry.
Applying for contracts for difference when the application window commences on 14 October. Details on Allocation Framework and draft allocation regulations from the UK Government and as published on DECC's website.
Executive Director Craig Lewis presented at the SDED 2020 Virtual Symposium, which took place 5 June 2020. This was an online-only event.
The San Diego Energy District’s (SDED) 2020 Virtual Symposium informed elected officials, government, CCA staff, and concerned citizens on the issues, regulations, and resources they will need to be familiar with as they form CCA agencies in San Diego County and other areas in California. The Symposium emphasized areas of significant importance, including Distributed Energy Resources and other programs such as microgrids and Demand Response that allow CCAs to speed decarbonization and avoid Resource Adequacy risk and high cost energy purchases.
Similar to 10 million solar roofs act of 2011 (20)
The document describes a mobile app called Sunworks PowerPay that allows users to refer friends and family to Sunworks solar installations. Through the app, referral partners can track referrals, see their status, and get paid commission when referrals complete solar projects. The app provides tools to easily share referral links on social media and via text/email. It also offers resources like marketing materials and a way for referral partners to donate commission to non-profits. The goal is to make the solar referral process mobile, easy to track, and rewarding for everyone involved through the Sunworks PowerPay app.
The document summarizes key trends in state solar policies in the Southeastern United States. It provides an overview of the DSIRE project, which provides information on incentives and policies that support renewable energy and energy efficiency in the US and other countries. It then summarizes some traditional solar policy options commonly adopted by states and highlights how states offer direct cash incentives, tax credits, and renewable portfolio standards (RPS) to promote solar energy development. Maps are included to show which states have adopted different types of financial incentives and RPS policies for solar projects.
The document describes a new pilot program from the Department of Energy (DOE) aimed at increasing the number of successful start-ups launched from DOE National Laboratories. The program offers template option agreements for DOE patents that give start-ups an initial 12-month option period to evaluate the technology for a $1,000 fee. It also provides other benefits like deferred patent costs and optional venture capital mentoring. The goal is to lower the transaction costs and barriers that entrepreneurs face in accessing technologies from DOE labs.
This document discusses framing renewable energy technologies like solar panels and wind turbines within the paradigm of "solar power agriculture". It argues that these technologies are similar to traditional agriculture in that they both collect solar energy over large areas to facilitate energy conversion. Like agriculture, renewable energy production has an S-shaped growth curve rather than a bell curve. The document examines whether renewable technologies can meet humanity's energy needs without competing for agricultural land and whether the concept of solar power agriculture could help increase public acceptance and investment in renewables.
This document discusses the benefits of green marketing and using eco-friendly promotional products. It notes that going green is good for business as customers and employees are drawn to companies with green practices. Green marketing can help brands enhance their image, stand out from competitors, and bond with clients over shared social and environmental values. The document also outlines different shades of green products including sustainable, recycled, reusable, recyclable, and energy saving options that can reduce environmental impact.
Renewable energy consumption estimates by sourceSunworks
This document contains tables summarizing U.S. renewable energy consumption and fuel ethanol/biodiesel production from 1990 to 2009. It shows that total renewable energy consumption increased from 6.21 quadrillion Btu in 1990 to 7.74 quadrillion Btu in 2009, with biomass making up the largest portion. Fuel ethanol production grew from 17.8 million barrels in 1990 to 256.1 million barrels in 2009, increasing its energy contribution. Biodiesel production also expanded after first being recorded in 2004.
This document provides an introduction to solar-powered livestock watering systems, including their cost components, and compares them to other pumping options like windmills and generators. Solar pumping works anywhere there is sunlight and is well-suited for summer grazing when animals need water most. The initial cost of solar systems is high but operating and maintenance costs are low. Overall costs depend on the specific situation and factors like volume of water needed and reliability of wind or sunlight.
Agricultural Renewable Energy OpportunitiesSunworks
This document introduces three renewable energy resources that can be economically feasible for farms: solar, wind, and renewable fuels. It provides an overview of these technologies, including their costs and savings potential, site planning considerations, and available financial incentives. The document is not intended as a technical guide for installing systems, but rather gives high-level information on solar photovoltaics, wind energy, and renewable fuels to help farmers consider these options. It also lists additional resources for those seeking more detailed information.
Photovoltaics, or solar electric systems, convert sunlight directly into electricity and have many useful applications. Groups of solar cells can provide power for remote homes, navigational aids, signs, and other infrastructure where extending power lines would be impractical or too expensive. Around the world, photovoltaic systems provide power for villages, homes, streetlights, water pumps, fencing, and other agricultural and community needs. As PV technology advances and installation costs decrease, solar power is becoming increasingly viable to meet residential, commercial, and utility-scale power demands.
Este documento lista códigos postales y condados de California y asigna a cada uno una "zona de elección de la comisión de educación" o CECZONE. La mayoría de los códigos postales enumerados se encuentran en los condados de Del Norte, Humboldt, Mendocino, Sonoma, Lake, Marin, Napa y el norte de California y se les asigna la CECZONE 1. Otros códigos postales se enumeran en condados del centro y norte de California y se les asigna la CECZONE 2. Finalmente, una gran cantidad
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112TH CONGRESS
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To provide local communities with tools to make solar permitting more
efficient, and for other purposes.
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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Mr. SANDERS (for himself, Mr. BOOZMAN, and Mr. BINGAMAN) introduced the
following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on
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A BILL
To provide local communities with tools to make solar
permitting more efficient, and for other purposes.
1 Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representa-
2 tives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,
3 SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.
4 This Act may be cited as the ‘‘10 Million Solar Roofs
5 Act of 2011’’.
6 SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS.
7 In this Act:
8 (1) BEST PRACTICES FOR SOLAR PERMIT-
9 TING.—The term ‘‘best practices for solar permit-
10 ting’’ means 1 or more practices—
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1 (A) defined by the Secretary by regulation
2 as—
3 (i) promoting standardization and
4 uniformity for local permitting require-
5 ments for solar energy across jurisdictions;
6 and
7 (ii)(I) lowering the solar energy sys-
8 tem installation costs associated with local
9 permitting; or
10 (II) expediting the local permitting
11 process for solar energy; and
12 (B) identified by the Secretary through
13 consultation with—
14 (i) local governments, including each
15 local government that participates in the
16 Rooftop Solar Challenge or other appro-
17 priate solar energy program of the Depart-
18 ment of Energy; and
19 (ii) members of the solar energy in-
20 dustry.
21 (2) CHALLENGE GRANT.—The term ‘‘challenge
22 grant’’ means a grant awarded under a competitive
23 program to 1 or more applicants that achieve imple-
24 mentation of best practices for solar permitting.
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1 (3) COMMITMENT TO ADOPT BEST PRACTICES
2 FOR SOLAR PERMITTING.—The term ‘‘commitment
3 to adopt best practices for solar permitting’’ means
4 an agreement or memorandum of understanding be-
5 tween the head of a local government and the Sec-
6 retary that contains—
7 (A) an outline of steps that the local gov-
8 ernment commits to take to adopt best prac-
9 tices for solar permitting; and
10 (B) a timeline for implementation of the
11 steps described in subparagraph (A).
12 (4) INSTALLED NAMEPLATE CAPACITY.—The
13 term ‘‘installed nameplate capacity’’ means the max-
14 imum output of a solar electric system under specific
15 conditions designated by the manufacturer of the
16 solar electric system.
17 (5) SECRETARY.—The term ‘‘Secretary’’ means
18 the Secretary of Energy.
19 (6) SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM.—The term ‘‘solar
20 energy system’’ means rooftop or ground-mounted
21 solar equipment—
22 (A) that is used to generate electricity or
23 heat water in the United States; and
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1 (B) with an installed nameplate capacity
2 not exceeding 1 megawatt or the thermal equiv-
3 alent of 1 megawatt.
4 SEC. 3. TOOLS FOR EFFICIENT INSTALLATION OF SOLAR
5 ENERGY SYSTEMS.
6 (a) IN GENERAL.—As soon as practicable after the
7 date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall establish
8 a program under which the Secretary shall provide com-
9 petitive grants or challenge grants, or both, to local gov-
10 ernments or consortia of local governments that have
11 adopted or offer a commitment to adopt best practices for
12 solar permitting for properties located in the United
13 States.
14 (b) IMPLEMENTATION.—
15 (1) SOLAR CERTIFICATIONS.—The Secretary
16 shall provide voluntary certification and recognition
17 for local governments (including local governments
18 that receive grants under paragraph (2)) that indi-
19 cate that the local government has adopted best
20 practices for solar permitting.
21 (2) COMPETITIVE GRANTS AND CHALLENGE
22 GRANTS.—
23 (A) IN GENERAL.—For each fiscal year,
24 the Secretary shall award competitive grants or
25 challenge grants, or both, to local governments
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1 and consortia of local governments to be used
2 in accordance with this section.
3 (B) REQUIREMENTS.—The Secretary shall
4 adopt and implement criteria for awarding com-
5 petitive grants or challenge grants, or both,
6 under subparagraph (A) to local governments
7 and consortia of local governments—
8 (i) to promote greater standardiza-
9 tion, efficiency, and uniformity for solar
10 energy permitting across jurisdictions; and
11 (ii) that would—
12 (I) require that grant awards are
13 provided only to local governments or
14 consortia of local governments that
15 have—
16 (aa) adopted or offer a com-
17 mitment to adopt best practices
18 for solar permitting; and
19 (bb) provided quantitative
20 metrics to measure success;
21 (II) ensure that grants are
22 awarded to a diversity of geographic
23 locations and recipients with different
24 population sizes; and
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1 (III) provide a preference for
2 grant applicants that have partnered
3 with States, public utility commis-
4 sions, or other stakeholders to adopt
5 or enhance standards and policies to
6 overcome other barriers to distributed
7 generation (including interconnection
8 and net metering).
9 (3) AUTHORIZED USE OF FUNDS FOR COMPETI-
10 TIVE GRANTS.—Subject to subsection (c), competi-
11 tive grants provided under this section may be used
12 for—
13 (A) training for making, to the maximum
14 extent practicable, the local permitting process
15 for solar energy systems more standardized, ef-
16 ficient, and less expensive;
17 (B) the development of materials, Internet-
18 based tools and application processes, and other
19 tools or information to make, to the maximum
20 extent practicable, the local permitting process
21 for solar energy systems more standardized, ef-
22 ficient, and less expensive;
23 (C) solar energy system deployment
24 projects or programs to pilot new permitting
25 strategies or processes; and
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1 (D) other programs or projects to achieve
2 the objectives described in subparagraphs (A)
3 through (C), as determined by the Secretary.
4 (4) AUTHORIZED USE OF FUNDS FOR CHAL-
5 LENGE GRANTS.—Subject to subsection (c), chal-
6 lenge grants provided under this section may be
7 used for—
8 (A) solar energy system deployment
9 projects; and
10 (B) programs to pilot new permitting
11 strategies or processes.
12 (c) RESCISSION FOR NONCOMPLIANCE.—The Sec-
13 retary shall rescind any amount of grant funds that the
14 Secretary considers to be appropriate that is provided to
15 any grant recipient that—
16 (1) receives funds based on a commitment to
17 adopt best practices for solar permitting; but
18 (2) is unable to implement the steps necessary
19 to adopt the best practices for solar permitting.
20 (d) NON-FEDERAL SHARE.—The Secretary shall re-
21 quire that each entity that receives grant funds under this
22 section shall be responsible for a matching amount (in-
23 cluding in-kind services)—
24 (1) established by the Secretary for each fiscal
25 year for which funds are authorized; and
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1 (2) not to exceed 50 percent of the amount of
2 the provided funds.
3 (e) ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES.—
4 (1) IN GENERAL.—Not more than 5 percent of
5 the amounts made available for each fiscal year
6 under this section may be used to pay the adminis-
7 trative expenses of the Department of Energy that
8 the Secretary determines to be necessary to carry
9 out this Act (including expenses arising from moni-
10 toring and evaluation).
11 (2) GRANT RECIPIENTS.—Grant recipients may
12 use not more than 5 percent of the amounts made
13 available for each fiscal year under this section to
14 pay for administrative expenses.
15 (f) COORDINATION; CONSULTATION.—To the max-
16 imum extent practicable, the Secretary shall consult with
17 the Secretary of the Treasury and the Chief Executive of
18 each grant recipient that receives funds under this section
19 to ensure that each program or project carried out by each
20 grant recipient through the use of the funds is coordinated
21 with each other applicable incentive or financing program
22 of the Federal Government or any other applicable pro-
23 gram.
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1 (g) GOALS.—The goals of the United States, through
2 this Act and any additional or existing incentive or re-
3 search and development program, are—
4 (1) to install distributed solar energy systems
5 on not less than 10,000,000 properties located in the
6 United States by December 31, 2020; and
7 (2) to achieve cost reductions in the price of
8 solar energy by December 31, 2020, consistent with
9 the SunShot Initiative of the Department of Energy.
10 (h) REPORTS.—
11 (1) REPORT REGARDING ADDITIONAL REC-
12 OMMENDATIONS.—Not later than 270 days after the
13 date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall
14 submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural
15 Resources of the Senate and the Committee on En-
16 ergy and Commerce of the House of Representatives
17 a report that contains additional recommendations
18 that the Secretary determines to be necessary to
19 achieve each goal described in subsection (g).
20 (2) REPORT REGARDING PROGRESS OF GRANT
21 RECIPIENTS.—Not later than 2 years after the date
22 on which funds are first made available under this
23 section, the Secretary shall submit to the appro-
24 priate committees of Congress a report that contains
25 a description of the progress of grant recipients
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1 under this section in implementing and maintaining
2 best practices for solar permitting.
3 (i) FUNDING.—
4 (1) IN GENERAL.—Of the amounts authorized
5 to be appropriated under section 641(p)(3) of the
6 Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (42
7 U.S.C. 17231(p)(3)), the Secretary may use to carry
8 out this section $50,000,000 for each of fiscal years
9 2012 through 2016.
10 (2) TERMINATION.—Paragraph (1) shall termi-
11 nate on October 1, 2016.