TOH edition: Sunday, 4 October 2026 · Science & Technology
Renters Could Make Their Own Solar Power: California Legalises Panels That Plug Into Wall Outlets
Reported by Grist
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California has legalised plug-in solar, opening a cheaper route for residents—including renters with balconies or backyards—to generate some of their own electricity. The smaller systems could lower household bills, though the law’s passage does not yet demonstrate installations or savings in California.
Generating clean electricity could become an option for more people who cannot install rooftop solar, giving them another way to reduce what they spend on power.
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