1. RE-Powering America’s Land’s
Exploring Renewable Energy on Contaminated Lands, Landfills and Mine Sites:
RE-Powering America’s Land’s
Screening Tools
CLU-IN Webinar
November 18, 2015

2. Why Renewables on Potentially Contaminated Lands
Leverage existing
infrastructure
Build sustainable land development strategy
Protect open
space
Provide low-cost, clean power to communities
Improve project economics through reduced land costs & tax incentives
Reduce project cycle times with streamlined zoning and permitting
Gain community support

3. 158 Installations on 150 sites

4. Encouraging Renewable Energy on Contaminated Lands
Identifying and screening contaminated properties
Disseminating success stories and best practices
Clarifying liability
Articulating the associated environmental, economic and community benefits
Disseminating financing strategies and information on incentives
Highlighting favorable policies
Developing partnerships and pursuing outreach
Mapping and Screening Tools
RE-Powering Mapper (using Google Earth)
Solar and Wind Decision Trees
Project Specific Technical Assistance
RE-Powering Response Team (RRT)
EPA/NREL Feasibility Studies
Communications
Newsletter, Tracking Matrix, Case studies, Presentations, Webinars, etc.
Redevelopment Tools and Resources
Liability Guidance and Model Comfort Letters
Handbook on Siting Renewable Energy While Addressing Environmental Issues
Best Practices for Siting Solar Photovoltaics on Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) Landfills
RE-Powering Financing Fact Sheet and Other Resources