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21 Gigawatts of Solar for California Land That Can No Longer Be Used for Agriculture

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There’s a water district in San Joaquin Valley in California where there’s empty land that “can no longer sustain irrigated agriculture.” The Westlands Water District board of directors have decided on a plan for this land. They are going to have solar power plants built there — perhaps 21 gigawatts … [continued]

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California Passes Legislation to Support Solar & Lower Energy Costs

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California is doing what it has been doing for years — it’s leading on clean energy again. Well, it is leading in one way and it is catching up in another way. The California legislature passed a couple of bills on the last day of the 2025 legislative session this … [continued]

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Callifornia Legislation That Impacts Solar Power Net Metering Amended

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Assembly Bill 942 was recently amended by the California Senate Energy, Utilities and Communications Committee. The amendments keep net metering agreements in place for solar consumers who sell their homes or properties. They also pertain to climate credits. California has just a shade under 40 million people and over 2 … [continued]

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