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Protecting Massachusetts' natural resources by supporting conservation commissions through education and advocacy.
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Information & Education on New Clean Energy Regulations
The Commonwealth has established new siting and permitting processes for clean energy infrastructure. These reforms have been promulgated and will go into effect on July 1, 2026. The new regulations will significantly effect the way municipalities review proposals for battery storage and solar development projects.
We highly encourage all conservation commissioners and
municipal staff to attend the following Lunch & Learn series.
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Clean Energy Siting & Permitting Lunch & Learn Series
From April - September, on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, speakers from the Department of Energy Resources (DOER), the Energy Facilities Siting Board (EFSB), and Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) will present important information on the new clean energy siting and permitting processes. Each session will be recorded and posted on MACC's website.
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Pt. 1: General Overview of Clean Energy Siting & Permitting Reforms
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Virtual
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Pt. 2: Local Consolidated Permitting for Small Clean Energy Infrastructure
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Virtual
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Pt. 3: Consolidated Permitting for Large Clean Energy Infrastructure
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Virtual
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Pt. 4: Site Suitability Guidance for Small and Large Energy Projects
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Virtual
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Pt. 5: Solar Siting & Permitting
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Virtual
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Pt. 6: Battery Storage Siting & Permitting
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Virtual
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