Full Title: Survey of Utility-Scale Wind and Solar Developers Report
Author(s): Robi Nilson, Ben Hoen, and Joseph Rand
Publisher(s): Berkeley Lab
Publication Date: January 13, 2024
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Description (excerpt):
In 2023, Berkeley Lab conducted the first of its kind survey of industry professionals with direct experience working in community engagement and permitting of land-based, utility-scale wind and solar energy facilities in the U.S. The survey solicited information about project timelines over the last five years, leading causes of project delays and cancelations, community opposition, experience with permitting authorities, community engagement, comparisons between wind and solar, and other related topics. A total of 123 individuals responded to the survey for a response rate of 19.2%. Respondents were employed at 62 unique companies, which together are responsible for approximately half of the wind and solar developed from 2016 to 2023.