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Thinking of getting solar panels? California utilities want to slash ‘generous’ subsidies

Ramon Torres, who lives in a subdivision between Madera and Fresno, used to pay hundreds of dollars a month for electricity in the summer. Lately, his summertime monthly bill from

SDG&E looks to raise minimum bill 400%, citing solar-driven cost shift

Dive Brief: San Diego Gas & Electric earlier this summer said it wants to raise its minimum bills by almost 400%, along with a $10 fixed charge, a move

‘Solar Bill of Rights’ advances in California Legislature

Clean-energy advocates advanced legislation Wednesday that aims to make it easier for Californians to use solar power despite concerns about the possible impact on customers who remain fully reliant on

California Keeps Breaking Solar Records. How Long Before It’s A Problem?

Less than 2 percent of U.S. electricity comes from the sun. But last week, on a cool Sunday afternoon when there was plenty of sunlight and no need for air

Can I Sell My Solar?

Everything you ever wanted to know about net metering Dear Consumer Advisor, I’m considering solar panels. I don’t use a huge amount of electricity, but I’ve heard I can sell

A tale of 2 states: Massachusetts and California provide different lessons on growing community solar

There are lessons to be learned in why sunny California has built 0 MW of privately developed community solar and shady Massachusetts has 130 MW in place and more coming.

New Electric Pricing Scheme Makes Rate Hikes Likely for Many

Regulators overhauled the state’s system for pricing electricity for millions of Californians on Friday in a move that they said will simplify the structure and bring rates closer in line

Utilities seek electric rate increases

Lower usage customers may see higher bills this summer Southern California Edison customers in the Coachella Valley and across Southern California could see a major increase on their bills in

How Long Will Solar-Paneled Homes Keep Their Current Deals?

A Fair Price For Home Solar For homeowners with solar panels on their roofs, one of the most tangible benefits is watching their electric meters spin backwards when they produce

California Legislation is a Slam Dunk for Solar Industry

Changes in net metering are coming! California Gov. Jerry Brown will have his work cut out for him as the Senate and the State Assembly have both recently sent him

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