Multiple States Advance Legislation for Plug-in Solar Systems
What happened
Plug-in solar systems, which consist of panels, an inverter, and a battery, are being legalized in multiple states. Ten states have already passed legislation allowing consumers to purchase and install these systems. Additionally, about two dozen states are currently working on legislation to legalize the technology.
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Why it matters
The push to legalize plug-in solar is driven by competition among states regarding renewable energy mandates. These plug-and-play systems can help consumers save money on their power bills.
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Who's involved
- MassachusettsState working to legalize plug-in solar technology
- AlaskaState actively competing with other states on renewable energy mandates
- GeorgiaState working to legalize plug-in solar technology
- Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental AffairsMassachusetts agency whose energy policy priorities are affected by the push to legalize solar
- Massachusetts Department of Environmental ProtectionMassachusetts agency whose scope of environmental law enforcement is affected by the push for plug-in solar
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
The Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs might see changes in its energy policy priorities due to the push to legalize solar.
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The entities involved
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Massachusetts
state of the United States of America
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Alaska
state of the United States of America
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Georgia
state of the United States of America