SEBANE serves as a strong advocate for its members and the broader solar industry. Working directly with state policymakers and regulators to ensure that the voice of the solar community is heard, we actively represent our members' interests in critical discussions surrounding energy policy, regulations, and legislation that impact the growth and success of solar energy in New England.

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By leveraging our extensive industry expertise and strategic partnerships, SEBANE ensures that key decision-makers understand the needs and priorities of the solar sector. Through proactive engagement, we work to shape favorable policies that promote sustainable growth, drive innovation, and create a positive regulatory environment, empowering our members to thrive in an ever-evolving landscape. Joining SEBANE means aligning with a trusted advocate who is committed to advancing the solar industry and securing your company’s future success.

POLICY PRIORITIES

SEBANE’s 2025 policy priorities reflect the direct input and collaboration of our members, ensuring that the most pressing issues facing the solar industry are addressed. Through a comprehensive feedback process, including surveys, discussions, and industry consultations, we have identified key areas for advocacy and action. The challenges our members face have guided our focus in shaping administrative, regulatory, and legislative efforts. These priorities aim to resolve outstanding issues with the SMART program, improve interconnection processes, advocate for net metering changes, and push for legislative action to support solar and energy storage growth. By working closely with both policymakers and industry leaders, SEBANE is committed to driving effective, member-driven policy solutions that will benefit the entire solar sector.

Click here to see a summary of some of SEBANE’s 2024 policy advocacy successes.

POLICY COMMITTEE

SEBANE’s Members-Only Policy Committee provides a unique opportunity for our members to actively shape the future of solar policy in New England. This exclusive group works closely to influence key policy decisions, engage with regulators and legislators, and advocate for the needs of the solar industry. By joining the committee, and its issue-specific working groups, members gain direct access to policymakers and critical policy discussions, collaborate with industry peers, and help drive the development of effective, forward-thinking policies that will impact the growth and success of the solar sector.