The Fairness Imperative in the Solar Revolution
A new policy framework aims to systematically integrate stakeholder concerns into the planning and development of solar energy projects. Published in Energy Research & Social Science, the research by Rielli and Wang addresses the social and political dimensions of the energy transition, moving beyond purely technical or economic considerations. It proposes structured methods for incorporating community input, equity assessments, and local governance into the rollout of renewable infrastructure.
Why it might matter to you:
This work directly addresses the complex stakeholder management and policy design challenges inherent in state-level energy procurement and deployment. For a public servant focused on implementation, it offers a concrete framework for anticipating and mitigating social friction, which is critical for accelerating project timelines and achieving durable public buy-in. It shifts the conversation from simply building capacity to building consensus.-
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