# **AB 1260: A Game Changer for Community Solar in California?**
For years, California has struggled to implement a viable **community solar** program, despite being a pioneer in **solar energy** adoption. While the state has led the way in **solar panels for your home**, it has lagged behind in making **solar energy** accessible to renters and those who cannot install panels on their property. However, a new legislative proposal—Assembly Bill (AB) 1260—aims to change that by creating a workable **community solar** program that benefits millions of Californians.
## **Why California Needs a Strong Community Solar Program**
Community solar allows individuals to subscribe to a portion of a **solar array for home** energy use without needing to install panels on their roofs. This makes **solar power** accessible to renters, businesses, and homeowners whose properties are not suitable for rooftop **solar panels**.
Despite several attempts to implement a successful program, California’s past efforts have fallen short due to restrictive regulations and compensation structures. As a result, many **solar companies** have taken their investments to states with more effective programs.
AB 1260, introduced by Assemblymember Chris Ward, seeks to correct these shortcomings by
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