Athens | SolSmart

The development of local and sustainably generated energy is a key component of the Athens Sustainability Action Plan that was adopted by Athens City Council in 2017. This recognition will help to support future initiatives to encourage solar development in Athens. We are thrilled to receive the SolSmart Bronze designation and are grateful for the efforts of our SolSmart Advisor Sarah Conley-Ballew and the SolSmart program." City of Athens Planner Paul Logue

SolSmart Criteria
Program Highlights
Case Study

SolSmart Criteria

Created an online permitting checklist, increasing transparency for community members and solar installers.
Reviewed local zoning codes and identified restrictions that intentionally or unintentionally prohibit solar PV development

Program Highlights

Created a solar landing page with information on community’s solar goals and local resources for solar development.
Provided resources on active installers and/or local incentives for solar.
Engaged and communicated with local utility on community goals for solar, net metering and interconnection processes.

Case Study

Athens, Ohio is a solar leader in the region that through innovation and collaboration, are finding ways to continue their historic role as energy producers for Americans by turning to renewables. To learn more of Athen’s efforts, click here to read the full case study.

Athens OH

Designation Level: SolSmart Bronze

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SolSmart Criteria

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Athens OH

Designation Level: SolSmart Bronze

In The News

Solsmart Advisor

Technical Assistance Organization

SolSmart Criteria

Program Highlights

Case Study