
44 Project development in the solar industry
4.3.2 State-County-Region
The specific area chosen for development will also determine how many jurisdictions
a project will fall under. A property in the city may fall under city, county, and state
jurisdiction. Solar developers and end users want to be in the areas with local and
state government policies that encourage renewable energy development and that have
strong public support. These two factors have been shown to reduce or eliminate major
investment risk factors including lengthy permitting processes and public opposition.
4.3.3 Utility provider
Each utility provider is unique and has separate ...