Featuring Elena Weissman of Vote Solar, we discuss New York's achievements in distributed generation and the path to a solar-powered future. Explore the critical policy debates, including streamlining permitting, improving interconnection, and expanding access to solar for low-income communities.
Learn how New York is addressing challenges to achieve its ambitious solar goals and what other states can learn from its approach.
Learn more about clean energy at ACENY.org
"Plugging In" is produced by Barry Wygel and Angela Calcagno. The "Plugging In" theme song was written and performed by Jared Haines.
ASAP Act Bill Tracker: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6570#:~:text=Enacts%20the%20accelerate%20solar%20for%20affordable%20power%20(ASAP)%20act%20to,of%20new%20distributed%20energy%20resources.
GAP Fund Act Bill Tracker: https://nyassembly.gov/leg/?bn=S03315&term=2025
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