Note: This workshop is being made available at lower cost because it is a government-run workshop.
Large-scale solar (LSS) developers and their partners seek to mitigate risks during the siting, permitting, and construction of new large-scale solar facilities. Adverse environmental impacts, community opposition, and failure to meet permit requirements can lead to timeline and cost increases that threaten project viability and profitability. Hosted by the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Energy Technologies Office, this workshop will convene solar developers, engineering, procurement, and construction companies (EPCs), consultants, and other stakeholders for a discussion on strategies that can improve environmental outcomes during project design and construction. Through facilitated dialogues and real-world case studies, workshop participants will share challenges and discuss how planning and communication between project stakeholders can help address project uncertainties. The session will cover topics including soil, stormwater, and vegetation management practices; innovative facility designs (such as agrivoltaics and wildlife corridors); social and economic impacts of construction decisions; and contracting among project partners.
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