Although solar can save consumers a lot of money, many people find it hard to invest if they do not have a good roof or ...

"Once 5 or so more states modernize their rules, it unlocks ... $250 billion." Energy experts urge lawmakers to open the US ...

Energy experts are warning that the United States is on the verge of missing a simple, cheap climate tool that could finally let renters tap into solar savings. Plug-in balcony panels, already common ...

21 states have or are considering legistlation to make plug-in solar legal so their citizens can enjoy solar savings in bite ...

Responding to increased state-level interest in plug-in solar, a nonprofit group has published an in-depth guidebook to help state policymakers navigate the path to allowing households to use the ...

"Every American should be able to." California researchers argue why everyone should have access to uncommon plug-in ...

Plug-in solar systems fit on balconies, decks or yards. Affordable alternative to rooftop panels, starting under $400. Utah passed first state law supporting small-scale solar. Rising demand as ...

More than a dozen states are considering legislation to support small solar energy systems that can plug directly into home ...

California lawmakers are considering two bills that would slash red tape for households looking to add certain types of clean ...

The $2,000 plug-in solar system installed on Dwyer’s backyard deck in March consists of two 400 watt panels, an inverter, a smart meter and a circuit breaker. It saves him around $35 per month on his ...

Earlier this month, Democratic state Sen. Scott Wiener, whose district includes San Francisco, introduced legislation that would make it easier for individuals to adopt all-electric, super-efficient ...

Supporters already have won regulatory changes in Utah for so-called balcony solar systems, which provide a small boost of electrical power. Big solar energy projects are getting harder to build.