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Energy Law

Jan. 11, 2012

Critics question whether commission can review photovoltaic energy projects

A document released by staff members of the California Energy Commission claiming that it has the right to usurp local governments' review processes for photovoltaic energy projects has caused an uproar.


By Paul Jones


Daily Journal Staff Writer


A document released by staff members of the California Energy Commission claiming it has the right to usurp local governments' review processes for photovoltaic energy projects has caused an uproar among environmental advocates and at least one lawmaker.


The commission has long had the authority to carry out environmental review and permitting processes for large solar power projects that use the s...

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