| Description |
Chapter 419, 2021 Acts of Assembly Special Session I, includes in the definition of a "small renewable energy project" certain energy storage facilities and projects that include storage facility components. Such facilities are eligible for special permitting, review, and inspection requirements. The bill directs the Department of Environmental Quality to promulgate initial regulations to implement the provisions of the bill by January 1, 2022.
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| State Authority |
Chapter 419, 2021 Acts of Assembly Special Session I
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| Federal Authority |
None entered
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| Text of Regulation |
Link to Virginia Administrative Code |
| Goals of Regulation |
1) Meet the requirements of Chapter 419, 2021 Acts of Assembly Special Session I
2) Expand the small renewable energy permit by rule (PBR) program to cover small electrical storage projects
3) Simplify and shorten the permitting process for small electrical storage facilities
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