This interactive workshop, presented by the SunShot Solar Outreach Partnership, provided actionable information on creating a local-level solar program in the Boston region September 26, 2013. Areas of focus included: energy planning to facilitate solar installations; state and local incentives for solar energy; current available programs and initiatives; and why solar is viable for the Boston region. Case study examples highlight successful practices and lessons learned from communities that have undertaken solar projects in these focus areas.