SHINE Act of 2026
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Overview
The SHINE Act of 2026 aims to make it easier to install renewable energy systems like solar panels and batteries by streamlining the permitting process. The Secretary of Energy will create a program to help local governments – authorities having jurisdiction – adopt a faster, standardized permitting system for these systems. This includes developing an online platform, providing technical assistance, and potentially offering financial support and prizes to encourage adoption.
Key provisions
- The Secretary of Energy will establish a program to develop a voluntary streamlined permitting process.
- The program will include an online permitting platform for authorities having jurisdiction.
- The Secretary will provide technical assistance and training to local governments on implementing the streamlined process.
- The program will investigate remote inspections and sample-based inspection methods.
- The Secretary will offer financial assistance and prizes to encourage adoption of the streamlined process.
- The Act defines ‘qualifying distributed energy system’ to include solar, wind, battery storage, EV charging, and hydrogen fuel cell refueling.
- The program will focus on expediting, standardizing, and streamlining the permitting and inspection of these systems.
- The Secretary can certify authorities having jurisdiction that implement the streamlined process.
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