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Stories related to: solar energy

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Environment

California Moves Forward With Plan To Require Solar Panels On New Homes

May 9, 2018

The state is poised to become the first in the country to require the panels on new single-family houses, with a few exceptions. The mandate will kick in as of 2020.

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Environment

Looming Eclipse Poses Challenge For Solar-Reliant California

June 26, 2017 | Ben Bradford

California, a massive solar energy presence, will face a major challenge with a solar eclipse expected August 21. Experts are looking to supplement the gap in power using natural gas plants at night.

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NV Energy Seeks Solar Grandfathering On Eve Of Court Hearing

July 27, 2016

(AP) — NV Energy wants to return existing rooftop solar customers to older, more favorable rates for the next 20 years.

Environment

Solar Production Reaches New Record

July 14, 2016 | Amy Quinton

California ISO says solar production has hit a new record.

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Nevada Panel Takes First Steps Toward Solar 'Grandfathering'

May 18, 2016

(AP) — A Nevada panel has taken the first steps toward securing more favorable rates for the state's early-adopter solar customers.

State Government

NV Energy Proposes Sept. 10 Cutoff For Lower Solar Rates

February 2, 2016

(AP) - NV Energy is proposing "grandfathering" existing rooftop solar customers into lower rates if they installed their system or applied for one by Sept. 10, 2015.

Amy Quinton / Capital Public Radio

Environment

California Regulators Approve New Costs For Solar Customers

January 28, 2016 | Amy Quinton

A program that financially compensates owners of rooftop solar energy systems will continue in California, but new solar customers will face increased fees.

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Environment

Rooftop Solar Company Wants To Take Its Fight Over New Rates To Nevada Voters

January 25, 2016

(AP) - Rooftop solar companies want to take their fight over new solar rates to voters.

Andrew Nixon / Capital Public Radio

Environment

Study: Cal-ISO, PacifiCorp Electric Transmission Grid Merger Saves Money

October 13, 2015 | Ed Joyce

The creation of a regional electric transmission grid for six western states, including California, has moved a step closer to reality.

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Solar For Sacramento Arena

September 14, 2015 | Bob Moffitt

A company headquartered in China, but that was once based near Sacramento has been selected by the Sacramento Kings to install solar panels on the new arena.

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