Boston Among Region’s Solar Leaders, But More to Be Done
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The report, which ranks
"By using solar power here in
The report, Shining Cities:
The report outlines additional steps that cities can take to encourage the adoption of solar energy, including requiring "solar-ready" or zero net energy buildings and reforming permitting processes.
"With regression happening with environmental policies in
The figures in the report reflect the recent growth of solar across the country. The top 20 cities listed in the report have nearly as much solar today as the entire country had installed in 2010. In 2016, solar was the number one new source of energy installed in America.
"Solar energy helps build healthier and more resilient communities, and helps address energy affordability challenges created by rising energy prices." said
Despite that growth, challenges remain for the solar industry in
Cities can push solar forward in a number of ways, according to the report. Among the recommendations, cities can set a goal for solar usage, help residents finance solar power and put solar on government buildings.
Across the country, 25 cities -- including
"Cities are big energy users with lots of unutilized roof space suitable for solar panels," said Solomon. "
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