§ 39-35-1. Definitions.
When used in this chapter, these terms shall have the following meanings:
(1) "Decommissioning� means:
(i) The physical removal of all components of a solar photovoltaic system including, but
not limited to, solar panels and associated anchoring systems and foundations, and
other structures, buildings, roads, fences, cables, electrical components or associated
facilities and foundations, to the extent the components of the system are not otherwise
in, or proposed to be placed in, productive use;
(ii) Stabilizati
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§ 39-35-1. Definitions.
When used in this chapter, these terms shall have the following meanings:
(1) "Decommissioning� means:
(i) The physical removal of all components of a solar photovoltaic system including, but
not limited to, solar panels and associated anchoring systems and foundations, and
other structures, buildings, roads, fences, cables, electrical components or associated
facilities and foundations, to the extent the components of the system are not otherwise
in, or proposed to be placed in, productive use;
(ii) Stabilization and/or revegetation of the site as necessary to minimize erosion and
in compliance with all state and local laws; and
(iii) Disposal of all solid and hazardous waste in accordance with federal, state, and local
laws, regulations, and ordinances.
(2) "Department� means the Rhode Island department of environmental management.
(3) "Ground-mounted solar system� means a solar electric system that is structurally mounted
on the ground and is not roof-mounted.
(4) "Office� means the Rhode Island office of energy resources.