Austin wins award for improving access to solar energy

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The city of Austin is receiving a gold designation from the U.S. Department of Energy for making it easier for businesses and residents to get solar energy.
The award recognizes Austin’s efforts to make solar more affordable, with less paperwork. The city is streamlining the steps to get solar energy, including creating an online application, which saves time. The city also offers incentives that lower the cost of getting solar energy.
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