Massachusetts should adopt Australia's fast-track solar permitting model
Summary
This opinion piece argues that Massachusetts should adopt Australia's streamlined approach to rooftop solar permitting. In Australia, permits are approved within 24 hours and installations completed in 1-2 weeks, leading to the world's highest per capita household solar adoption (1 in 3 homes). In contrast, Massachusetts' permitting process can take months, causing many customers to give up. A state House energy bill aims to speed this up by allowing municipalities to use technology to streamline approvals.
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bskyMassachusetts should adopt Australia's fast-track solar permitting modelbostonglobe.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledIn Australia, permits for rooftop solar are typically approved within 24 hours.
Compare that to Massachusetts and many parts of the United States where the permitting process alone can take several months.
During that time, many customers give up. Or they never bother to try in the first place.
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