Last Updated on August 31, 2022 by BVN
Prince James Story |
Low income renters in the inland region may soon be able to enjoy the benefits of solar energy. On Tuesday, the California State Legislature passed AB 2316, which creates a Community Renewable Energy program that would make solar energy projects more accessible across the state.
“AB 2316 is poised to be the most significant expansion of solar access to low and middle-income communities in California history,” said Assemblymember Chris Ward. “Not only is it about equity, it’s also about building out a community solar program that would improve the overall reliability of our electrical grid by ensuring that solar energy is sent during peak hours of usage.”
Community solar energy allows low-income residents to take advantage of reduced energy rates without buying solar panels for their homes.