AN ACT CONCERNING FIRES AND EXPLOSIONS THAT OCCUR AT SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC FACILITIES.

This bill requires local fire officials to report fires or explosions at solar photovoltaic facilities to the Connecticut Siting Council, which will then investigate whether solar equipment contributed to the incident. If the council finds equipment was a factor, it must require the facility owner to create a fire mitigation plan based on current scientific knowledge. The council may also extend these requirements to other similar solar facilities statewide if they share the same risks. This process adds administrative oversight and potential regulatory changes for solar energy sites in Connecticut.