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Why States Are Making It Harder to Save Money With Solar Panels

Why States Are Making It Harder to Save Money With Solar Panels
NYT Business Tuesday 21 July 2026, 09:02 UTC By Francesca Paris 1 min read
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The changes are costing homeowners money. But they also reflect a changing grid — and the need for home batteries.

The changes are costing homeowners money. But they also reflect a changing grid — and the need for home batteries.
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