Judge Orders EPA to Reinstate $7 Billion Solar Program in Indiana
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What happened
A federal judge ruled that the Environmental Protection Agency acted unlawfully when it terminated the 'Solar for All' program in Indiana. Judge Mary McElroy ordered the agency's termination decision vacated, stating that Congress intended the EPA to continue administering grants that had already been obligated.
Why it matters
The reinstatement of the program could reopen access to over $117 million previously awarded to an Indiana coalition. The 'Solar for All' initiative was created to expand access to residential and community solar energy in low-income communities.
Who's involved
- Environmental Protection AgencyThe agency whose termination of the solar program was ruled unlawful.
- Mary McElroyThe judge who ruled that the EPA's termination of the program was unlawful.
- IndianaThe state where the solar program was administered and where funds were awarded.
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.
- IndianaSpeculative
Indiana might experience increased demand for solar energy systems in low-income communities.
How this reaches others
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Judge ruled EPA acted unlawfully regarding the 'Solar for All' program in Indiana.1 source
Judge directed EPA to reinstate the Solar for All program in Indiana.1 source
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The entities involved
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Indiana
state of the United States of America
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Environmental Protection Agency
governmental organisation in Queensland