Streamlining planning and permitting to accelerate wind and solar deployment - Solution Toolkit for Wind & Solar Developers

Year Published

2023

Contributing Organizations

Energy Transitions Commission (ETC)

Type of Resource

Tool

Languages

English

Relevant Topics

Core Topic

Technical Assistance & Project Preparation

Topic 2

Energy Generation

Topic 3

Templates & Checklists

Target Audience

Project Developers

Relevant Geography

Global

Resource Description

This resource outlines the challenges and opportunities associated with planning and permitting processes for renewable energy deployment. It focuses on how delays in these processes affect project timelines and investment, and presents practical measures to accelerate development while maintaining environmental and social standards.

Why This Matters

Streamlining permitting is critical to accelerating the energy transition while upholding sustainability safeguards.

Key Insights

Suggests that simple reforms could cut development timelines by more than half for key technologies
Emphasizes the importance of early engagement, clear permitting pathways, and better collaboration
Provides actionable recommendations tailored to wind and solar developers

Secondary File Resources

Secondary Resource Link(s)

Toolkit: Streamlining planning and permitting to accelerate wind and solar deployment

Infographic: Plausible time savings in offshore wind planning and permitting

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