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Policy Research
Published: February 12, 2017
Solar Power Creating More Jobs That Oil, Gas, Or Coal
A new report from the US Department of Energy says there are now twice as many people working to provide
Published: October 6, 2016
Pew Research Shows Americans Strongly Favor Solar Power
The latest poll from Pew Research Center shows 89% of all Americans strongly approve of the use of solar power
Published: July 8, 2016
Consumer Reports Says Now Is A Good Time To Go Solar
Published: June 25, 2016
“Solar For All” Shows How Utilities Can Increase Access To Solar Power
The Solar For All report encourages utility companies to take a more aggressive role in bringing rooftop and residential solar
Published: March 12, 2016
Top Solar Speakers Converge On Berlin April 10th
Published: March 2, 2016
NREL Analysis: Extending Tax Credits Impacts Renewable Energy Deployment
Published: December 18, 2015
Energy Watch Group Wants ‘Realistic’ Projections From IEA
Published: July 31, 2015
Clean Power Plan Will Lower Electric Bills, Study Says
A report from the University of Georgia says the Clean Power Plan could save Americans money on their electric bills
Published: July 15, 2015
Cap & Trade Program Has Saved New Englanders $460 Million
The Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative cap and trade program has reduced carbon emission, added $1.3 billion in new economic activity
Published: June 12, 2015
The Solutions Project Promotes 100% Renewable Energy For America
The Solutions Project is a state by state plan for exactly what needs to be done for America to move
Published: May 13, 2015
MIT Report: Today’s Solar Panels Fine For Tomorrow’s Needs
An extensive report from MIT entitled The Future of Solar Energy says the solar panels of today are adequate to
Published: May 8, 2015
Net Metering Caps Put 1,000s of Solar Jobs at Risk
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