The California State Association of Counties (CSAC), the Rural
County Representatives of California (RCRC), and the League
of California Cities (Cal Cities) hosted the Local
Government Renewable Energy Permitting Process webinar
on Wednesday, August 30th. The webinar provided
local government officials, planners, and energy generation and
storage developers with valuable insights into the permitting
processes for renewable energy projects, including battery
storage.
The California Energy Commission provided an overview of SB 100
Renewable Energy Infrastructure Needs and AB 205 Opt-In Renewable
Energy Permitting Process, followed by a brief presentation on
hydrogen energy production by the University of California
Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Attendees
heard from local planning directors and energy developers who
shared their experiences, best practices, and advice for other
local governments and project applicants.
This webinar was a unique opportunity for local government
officials, planners, and energy developers to gain valuable
knowledge and insights into the renewable energy permitting
process.
