A Third of Australian Homes Have Solar. Why Is the U.S. So Far Behind? | Energy on the Ballot
About one in three homes and businesses in Australia have solar on the roof. The state governments there made it simple, with incentives, certified installers, and quick approvals. In the U.S., permits and inspections can add weeks or months before a system is switched on.
This episode’s guest, Audrey Zibelman, has held top energy jobs in both countries. She chaired New York’s Public Service Commission, then ran Australia’s power grid as CEO of the Australian Energy Market Operator.
Now she’s back in New York as its energy czar, chairing the board of NYSERDA, the state energy authority. The…
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