The SHINE Act directs the Secretary of Energy to develop and promote a voluntary streamlined permitting and inspection process for home renewable energy and electric vehicle charging systems at the local and state level. The bill covers residential installations like rooftop solar panels, wind systems, battery storage, electric vehicle chargers, and hydrogen fuel cell refueling equipment. The Secretary must create an online permitting platform, establish adoption targets for local authorities, provide training and technical assistance, and develop faster inspection methods including remote inspections and reduced inspections for installers with proven track records. The bill authorizes $20 million annually from 2027 through 2030 to support these efforts, and allows the Department of Energy to certify participating local governments and award prizes to encourage adoption. This legislation aims to reduce the time and complexity homeowners face when installing clean energy systems by standardizing permitting procedures across different states and municipalities.
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