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Follow Energy Ready, a suite of free national technical assistance programs including #SolSmart and #ChargingSmart, on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/energy…

On 10/9, join @GoSolSmart for a free webinar on best practices in permitting and inspection for solar PV!
This free training will provide communities with strategies for streamlining permitting processes and improving solar inspections. Register here: energy-ready.org/events/best-pr…

New Orleans is the first city in the South to achieve Charging Smart Gold, following its @GoSolSmart Bronze last winter. With 30 free EV chargers and fleet electrification underway, the city is setting a new standard for EV readiness. Read more: msn.com/en-us/technolo…

At the Local Clean Energy Solutions Conference in Manchester, NH, six municipalities earned @GoSolSmart designation with support from @CleanEnergyNH—cutting costs, removing barriers, and expanding access to solar power. Read more: energy-ready.org/news/new-hamps…

Watch the recording of SolSmart's webinar on Best Practices in Planning and Zoning for Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This free recording provides communities with strategies for incorporating solar into plans, ordinances, and more: energy-ready.org/resource/webin…

@GoSolSmart's 2025 updated toolkit provides information on how local governments can incorporate solar energy goals into local planning documents and identifies best practices for addressing solar development in zoning codes.

Access the toolkit here: energy-ready.org/resource/solar…

SolSmart's 2025 Solar Energy Toolkit: The Federal and State Context: Policies Affecting Solar Energy Development, presents a high-level overview of federal and state policies and programs with an impact on solar energy development. Access the toolkit here: energy-ready.org/resource/solar…

On 10/9, join @GoSolSmart for best practices in permitting and inspection for solar PV webinar! This webinar is approved for 0.25 CEUs through ICC. 🌞

Register: energy-ready.org/events/best-pr…

Are you attending the Forth Roadmap Conference in Detroit this October? Join Charging Smart's strategic pre-conference workshop that will help local and regional government staff accelerate EV charging infrastructure in their communities.

Register here: irecusa.acemlnb.com/lt.php?x=3DZy~…

After earning SolSmart Silver in 2018, @cityofmissoula has become the first city in MT to earn a Charging Smart designation, receiving Bronze for its efforts to expand EV infrastructure and remove barriers to charger deployment. Read more: solarbuildermag.com/news/missoula-…

Congratulations to Culpeper County, VA on their @GoSolSmart Silver designation! The county adopted automated solar permitting through SolarAPP+, trained staff in solar best practices, updated their zoning ordinance for large-scale solar PV, and more: energy-ready.org/community/culp…

@SolarAPP_ + helps communities automate rooftop solar PV permitting processes, reducing costs and ensuring safety at once. 300+ communities across the U.S. are taking advantage of this technology every day. Learn more about SolarAPP+ here: gosolarapp.org.

It’s time to go back to school for solar! Optimize your solar knowledge with @GoSolSmart fall trainings. That includes a 9/18 session on solar planning & zoning best practices, and a 10/9 session on permitting & inspection. Both are eligible for CEUs: energy-ready.org/solsmart#events

Congratulations to @CityofRichfield, Minnesota on @GoSolSmart Silver!☀️Richfield earned designation by installing solar PV on municipal property, offering a community solar program and PACE financing for residents and more: energy-ready.org/community/rich…

On September 25th, join the Charging Smart team for a FREE webinar introducing you to the Charging Smart program! This session will discuss how the program works and how free technical assistance can help you achieve your EV readiness goals. Register here: lnkd.in/esFMfVc9

The U.S. faces rapid electricity load growth from data centers, crypto, electrification, and industry. Large-scale solar can help meet demand while benefiting communities. @IRECUSA's new toolkit guides local governments on responsible solar development: irecusa.org/resources/larg…

@ICMA's Solar@Scale team released 2 new large-scale solar case studies. Developed in partnership with @TheAESCorp and @WatershedGeo, the case studies feature lessons learned from solar installations in Utah and Kentucky. Learn more: icma.org/blog-posts/sol…

@MayorsCaucus (MMC)'s EV-Ready program, sponsored by @ComEd and operating in partnership with Charging Smart,@GoSolSmart's sister program, has designated 17 local governments in northern Illinois as part of their latest cohort. Read more: mayorscaucus.org/caucus-comed-a…

It’s time to go back to school for solar! Optimize your solar knowledge with @GoSolSmart fall trainings. That includes a 9/18 session on solar planning & zoning best practices, and a 10/9 session on permitting & inspection. Both are eligible for CEUs: energy-ready.org/solsmart#events

It’s time to go back to school for solar! Optimize your solar knowledge with @GoSolSmart  fall trainings. That includes a 9/18 session on solar planning & zoning best practices, and a 10/9 session on permitting & inspection. Both are eligible for CEUs: energy-ready.org/solsmart#events

Congratulations to @TownofKennebunk, ME on their @GoSolSmart Bronze Designation! As the second city in Maine to earn this honor, Kennebunk installed solar PV on municipal property, collaborated with the utility, reviewed zoning codes, and more: energy-ready.org/community/kenn…

The Metropolitan @MayorsCaucus (MMC)'s EV-Ready program, sponsored by @ComEd and operating in partnership with Charging Smart, @GoSolSmart's sister program, has designated 17 local governments in northern Illinois as part of their latest cohort.
Read more: mayorscaucus.org/caucus-comed-a…

It’s time to go back to school for solar! Optimize your solar knowledge with @GoSolSmart  fall trainings. That includes a 9/18 session on solar planning & zoning best practices, and a 10/9 session on permitting & inspection. Both are eligible for CEUs: energy-ready.org/solsmart#events

Erie, Colorado (@eriecolorado) has earned the first Charging Smart Bronze designation in the West, advancing EV infrastructure through streamlined permitting, zoning review, utility coordination and public education. Read more about their efforts here: energy-ready.org/news/first-in-…

Congratulations to the @AlamoAreaCOG on earning SolSmart Silver, the second regional organization in Texas to do so. AACOG advanced solar adoption through trainings, resources, and a fire safety webinar. Learn more: energy-ready.org/community/alam…

Congratulations to Brentwood, MO for achieving @GoSolSmart Bronze designation! By cutting red tape, updating zoning, and increasing public solar information, they have made solar energy more accessible to residents and businesses. Learn more: energy-ready.org/community/bren…

Congratulations to the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (@ACOGOK) for earning SolSmart Silver designation! This recognition is a major step for supporting solar access in central and western Oklahoma. See more at their designation page: energy-ready.org/community/asso…

Join @GoSolSmart on 9/18 for Best Practices in Planning and Zoning for Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This webinar is eligible for 1.5 AICP CM credits.Register today! ow.ly/xfzw50WJbWP

Local government staff, are you ready to supercharge EV adoption in your community? Join our partner #ChargingSmart workshop at #RoadmapForth on 10/14 in Detroit. Learn how to work with utilities and electrify your operations. Register today: eventbrite.com/e/charging-sma…

.@GoSolSmart and @NREL have multiple free tools available for local governments to manage the growth of solar energy in their jurisdictions. Get a breakdown here:
energy-ready.org/resource/webin…

Join @GoSolSmart on 9/18 for Best Practices in Planning and Zoning for Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This webinar is eligible for 1.5 AICP CM credits.Register today! ow.ly/xfzw50WJbWP

@CTGreenBank and @onegoodleap are launching a statewide Virtual Power Plant, linking solar and storage systems to act as one power source. VPPs can reduce costs, improve resilience, and boost renewable energy adoption. Learn more: solarbuildermag.com/energy-storage…

Join @GoSolSmart on 9/`8 for Best Practices in Planning and Zoning for Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This webinar is eligible for 1.5 AICP CM credits.Register today! icma-org.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Congratulations to @cityofames, Iowa for their Charging Smart Silver designation! Ames recieved their @GoSolSmart designation in 2017 and recently became the first community in Iowa to earn Charging Smart designation. Read more: publicpower.org/periodical/art…

Congrats to @CityOfArlington, TX, the first city in the South to earn a Charging Smart Bronze designation! By streamlining EV charger permitting and more, Arlington is setting the standard for electric vehicle readiness in the region. Read more: evinfrastructurenews.com/ev-incentives/…

ICMA's Solar@Scale project just released 2 new large-scale solar case studies developed in partnership with The AES Corporation and Watershed Geo. Read here:  icma.org/blog-posts/sol…

SolSmart team members attended the @SolarFarmSummit in Chicago this week, speaking with attendees about the program and affiliated resources. Learn more about solar and farmland with our recording, "Agrivoltaics—Solar and Farmland Have Mutual Benefits":
ow.ly/7mk550WBrYL

Join @WorldResources on 8/13 for How and Why Local Governments Should Shape the Energy Systems of The Future. WRI will share trends in energy and rate increases for local governments, and strategies for getting involved:
ow.ly/iNh450WBq1a

The @GoSolSmart team is at the @SolarFarmSummit this week! Stop by our booth in the exhibit hall, and @ 3 p.m. CT today, hear our team discuss how local governments can plan for and benefit from large-scale solar. More details here: lnkd.in/gfMAFU7M

It’s time to go back to school for solar! Optimize your solar knowledge with @GoSolSmart fall trainings. That includes a 9/18 session on solar planning & zoning best practices, and a 10/9 session on permitting & inspection. Both are eligible for CEUs: energy-ready.org/solsmart#events

Congratulations to Ames, Iowa for their Charging Smart Silver designation! Ames recieved their SolSmart designation in 2017 and recently became the first community in Iowa to earn Charging Smart designation. Read more: energy-ready.org/community/ames…

Local governments across Florida are cutting red tape to reduce solar costs―and SolSmart can help. Join us TOMORROW, July 29, 1 p.m. ET for the Introduction to SolSmart for Florida Local Governments webinar. Register here: icma-org.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

It’s time to go back to school for solar! Optimize your solar knowledge with @GoSolSmart fall trainings. That includes a 9/18 session on solar planning & zoning best practices, and a 10/9 session on permitting & inspection. Both are eligible for CEUs: energy-ready.org/solsmart#events

@GoSolSmart is offering a fall cohort for Florida local governments- an opportunity to share knowledge, access free resources, and earn SolSmart designation. Join the July 29, 1 p.m. ET Intro to SolSmart for Florida Local Governments webinar to learn more: icma-org.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Prince William County has earned SolSmart Bronze designation for their work to improve solar accessibility and streamline solar development. Learn how local leadership is advancing solar energy in the region: pwcva.gov/news/prince-wi…

@NoVARegion (NVRC) earned the @GoSolSmart Platinum designation—the highest national recognition for local solar leadership. NVRC is the first regional organization in the U.S. and the first in the Southeast to achieve this. Learn more: energy-ready.org/news/northern-…

Curious about careers in renewable energy and energy efficiency? Green Workforce Connect is a free online hub for job info and training in solar, weatherization, and more. Explore career paths and hands-on training from reputable programs across states:  greenworkforceconnect.org

Join @ICMA and @APA_Planning TODAY on July 15th at 3 pm EST for our FREE Solar@Scale Developer's Roundtable Webinar to engage with large-scale solar developers and understand the latest trends in utility-scale solar.
Register here: icma-org.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Congratulations to Erie, CO for achieving the Charging Smart Bronze designation, becoming the first in the state to do so! With both Charging Smart and SolSmart designations, Erie is leading the way for other communities to become Energy Ready. Learn more: energy-ready.org/community/erie…

Have questions about large-scale solar? Join @ICMA and @APA_Planning on July 15th at 3 pm EST for the free Solar@Scale Developer's Roundtable Webinar to engage with large-scale solar developers and understand trends in utility-scale solar.
Register here: icma-org.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Congratulations to @TownClarksville, IN for achieving @GoSolSmart Bronze! Clarksville earned Bronze by reviewing and updating their zoning to address barriers to solar PV, clarifying permitting practices, training staff, and more: energy-ready.org/community/clar…

Congratulations to Prince William County, VA for achieving @GoSolSmart Bronze designation!🌞

See their press release here: pwcva.gov/news/prince-wi…

Learn more about their solar achievements on Energy Ready: energy-ready.org/community/prin…

Congratulations to Montgomery County, MD for their SolSmart Platinum designation, making them the first local government in Marlyand to achieve Platinum! Read more about Montgomery County's designation here: energy-ready.org/community/mont…

Congrats to @NoVARegion (NVRC) on their SolSmart Platinum designation! NVRC has become the first regional organization in the U.S. to earn Platinum. @IRECUSA's Toyah Callahan joined NVRC's leadership last week to celebrate their designation. Read more: energy-ready.org/community/nort…

Congratulations to Buckingham Township, PA on their SolSmart Bronze designation! Buckingham recently earned Bronze by updating their solar permitting practices, training municipal staff, and more. See more information here: energy-ready.org/community/buck…

Our webinar, Best Practices in Permitting and Inspection for Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) provides communities with strategies for streamlining permitting processes and improving solar inspections.

Check out the recording here: energy-ready.org/resource/webin…

Join @GoSolSmart on 6/25 for Best Practices in Planning and Zoning for Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This webinar is eligible for 1.5 AICP CM credits. Register today! irecusa.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Congratulations to the Richmond Regional Planning District Commission (PlanRVA) for leveling up to SolSmart Silver designation! Read more about their regional approach to solar here: energy-ready.org/community/rich…

Join @GoSolSmart on 6/25 for Best Practices in Planning and Zoning for Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This webinar is eligible for 1.5 AICP CM credits. Register today! irecusa.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Congratulations to Sheridan, CO for leveling up to SolSmart Silver! Sheridan leveled up by training key staff in solar best practices, reducing permitting turnaround times, and more: energy-ready.org/community/sher…

Congratulations to Minnesota's West Central Initiative regional organization for achieving SolSmart Silver designation! See more: energy-ready.org/community/west…

Local governments across America are making sure they are positioned to access solar’s benefits by joining @GoSolSmart! Learn more and join before the summer solstice THIS FRIDAY (6/20) to take advantage of a free zoning review, personalized TA, and more: energy-ready.org/solstice

Congratulations to Pierce County, WA for earning SolSmart Silver designation! They boosted solar access by updated zoning, increasing public access to solar information, and installing solar on a brownfield site. Learn more about their designation here: southsoundbiz.com/news/pierce-co…

Join @GoSolSmart on 6/25 for Best Practices in Planning and Zoning for Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This webinar is eligible for 1.5 AICP CM credits. Register today! irecusa.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Congratulations to @cityofmartinez for earning SolSmart Gold! Martinez, CA boosted solar access with automated permitting, a group purchase program, and more to make solar easier and more affordable for residents.
Learn more: energy-ready.org/community/mart…☀️

Local governments across America are making sure they are positioned to access solar’s benefits by joining @GoSolSmart!
Learn more and join before the summer solstice (6/20) to take advantage of a free zoning review, personalized TA, and more: energy-ready.org/solstice

Many local governments are closer to SolSmart Bronze designation than they realize—and it can take just a few steps to earn national recognition. Learn more about SolSmart's Pathway to Bronze resource to earn your community's designation:  energy-ready.org/solsmart-pathw…

.@RussellCo_VA earned @GoSolSmart Bronze designation for #SolarEnergy readiness efforts back in 2019―and now, the County is exploring three new small-scale solar PV projects, signaling a growing interest in solar across Southwest Virginia: cardinalnews.org/2025/04/28/rus…

Local governments across America are making sure they are positioned to access solar’s benefits by joining @GoSolSmart! Learn more and join before the summer solstice (6/20) to take advantage of a free zoning review, personalized TA, and more: energy-ready.org/solstice

Tomorrow's webinar (6/3), Best Practices in Permitting and Inspection for Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), will provide communities with strategies for streamlining permitting processes and best practices for BESS.

Register now! icma-org.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Join SolSmart on 6/25 for the webinar, Best Practices in Planning and Zoning for Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This webinar is eligible for 1.5 AICP CM Credits.
Register here: irecusa.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Catch up on past SolSmart webinars! Our Resource Library offers expert insights to help your community advance solar energy. Start exploring now: energy-ready.org/resource-libra…

Join us on 6/3 for the webinar, Best Practices in Permitting and Inspection for Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This free webinar is eligible for 0.25 CEUs from the International Code Council.
Register today! lnkd.in/euFeeRN2

It can take just a few steps to earn national recognition—get started with SolSmart's Pathway to Bronze tool!  energy-ready.org/solsmart-pathw…

SolSmart offers FREE technical assistance to help local governments streamline their permitting to demonstrate that they are ready to utilize their solar energy resources.

Learn more and join before the summer solstice (June 20) to unlock the benefits: lnkd.in/gwuuYE6c

Join SolSmart on 6/25 for the webinar, Best Practices in Planning and Zoning for Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This webinar is also eligible for 1.5 CM AICP Credits. Register Here: irecusa.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Join @GoSolSmart on 6/3 for Best Practices in Permitting and Inspection for Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This webinar is eligible for 0.25 CEUs from @IntlCodeCouncil.
Register today! icma-org.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Do you want to receive updates about SolSmart in your email inbox? We send out notes on upcoming webinars, free resources, and more.

Sign up here: lnkd.in/eB9axXfp

Join @GoSolSmart on 6/3 for Best Practices in Permitting and Inspection for Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This webinar is eligible for 0.25 CEUs from @IntlCodeCouncil.
Register today! icma-org.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

SolSmart's Brandy O'Quinn spoke about the benefits of streamlined permitting and addressing misinformation about solar energy in Houston at @REPlusEvents Texas.

Thanks to @SEIA and @SEPAPower for organizing the event!

Learn more at re-plus.com

Congratulations to @CityofMiami for achieving SolSmart Silver designation! Miami completed an array of initiatives to expand access to solar, including solar financing programs for residents, updating permitting practices, and more.

See more: energy-ready.org/community/miam…

Local governments across America are making sure they are positioned to access solar’s benefits by joining @GoSolSmart! Learn more and join before the summer solstice (6/20) to take advantage of a free zoning review, personalized TA, and more: energy-ready.org/solstice

Spotlighting Charging Smart, our sister program, join @Forth on May 13 at 10 AM PT for a free webinar on how to expand EV charging access where it’s needed most—workplaces, multifamily housing, and underserved areas.
Register here: lnkd.in/gY4y6dCW

Local governments across America are making sure they are positioned to access solar’s benefits by joining @GoSolSmart! Learn more and join before the summer solstice (6/20) to take advantage of a free zoning review, personalized TA, and more: energy-ready.org/solstice

Congratulations to Lafayette, Indiana for earning SolSmart Bronze designation! Lafayette completed comprehensive zoning updates, trained staff, and other efforts that made it easier and more affordable to install solar PV. See more: energy-ready.org/community/lafa…

@GoSolSmart is a free program that helps local governments take advantage of the booming #SolarEnergy market. It can take just a few steps to earn national recognition—get started with the new Pathway to Bronze tool!  energy-ready.org/solsmart-pathw…

Congratulations to @KalamazooCity, Michigan for earning SolSmart Bronze designation! Kalamazoo supported a solar group purchase program, procured solar energy for government operations, updated permitting and inspection processes, and more:
energy-ready.org/community/kala…

Congratulations to the @CityofMartinez, CA, for earning SolSmart Gold designation! One of the first cities in Contra Costa County to adopt a climate action plan, Martinez knows that solar is a key part of their energy future. Read more here:
cityofmartinez.org/Home/Component…

The SolSmart team will be speaking at RE+ Southeast 2025! Hear how SolSmart can streamline permitting and reduce costs for installers, communities, and residents: ow.ly/SCXp50VF2Gk.

@GoSolSmart is a free program that helps local governments take advantage of the booming #SolarEnergy market. It can take just a few steps to earn national recognition—get started with the new Pathway to Bronze tool! energy-ready.org/solsmart-pathw…

Local governments across America are making sure they are positioned to access solar’s benefits by joining @GoSolSmart! Learn more and join before the summer solstice (6/20) to take advantage of a free zoning review, personalized TA, and more: energy-ready.org/solstice

#SolarEnergy creates jobs, provides electricity cost stabilization, & ensures a reliable & affordable power supply. On 4/10, join @GoSolSmart to learn about free, personalized support to help your community enable solar opportunities, reduce costs, & more: irecusa.zoom.us/webinar/regist…