Local energy initiatives have increased at the local level, but researchers say more focus on addressing spatial planning and economic benefits is needed in the renewable energy transition.
New research recommends for states to stop relying on broad ambitions for renewable energy and instead establish a clear pathway for local governments to follow.
The study, published in Energy, Sustainability and Society, evaluated how governance at community, county and state impacts renewable energy adoption in 87 communities with populations below 100,000 people. The study found that 63%…
