### California’s Community Solar Challenges: Lessons for Homeowners and Solar Enthusiasts
California has long been a leader in renewable energy initiatives, especially when it comes to solar. However, recent challenges surrounding the state’s community solar program are making waves—not only for solar developers and solar companies within the state but also for potential solar customers. As someone deeply interested in the growth of solar energy, I want to untangle what’s happening in California and explain what this could mean for homeowners considering options like a solar array for home use or solar panels for your home.
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#### What’s Happening with California’s Community Solar?
Community solar is a system where multiple participants share the benefits of a single solar array. It makes solar energy more accessible, especially for renters and low-income families who might not be able to install solar panels for their homes directly.
In 2022, California passed Assembly Bill 2316 (AB 2316), aiming to expand community solar and address the state’s ambitious clean energy goals. A key component of the plan was to leverage federal “Solar for All” funds from the Inflation Reduction Act to push projects forward and incentivize solar companies to invest in the state.
However, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC)
Original Article: https://pv-magazine-usa.com/2024/11/25/california-new-community-solar-program-still-isnt-working/
