This interactive workshop, presented by the SunShot Solar Outreach Partnership, provided actionable information on creating a local-level solar program in the New River Valley region May 23, 2013 Areas of focus included: energy planning to facilitate solar installations; state and local incentives for solar energy; innovative financing options for solar projects; and why solar is viable for the New River Valley region. Case study examples will highlight successful practices and lessons learned from communities that have undertaken solar projects in these focus areas.