Featured in States seal the deal – 10-2011

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Solar incentives in the U.S.: Solar manufacturers and project developers often point out – and complain – about the hodgepodge of regulations across the United States that make this market more complex and challenging to tackle. Yet state policies have been the key driving force behind the solar energy boom in recent years.

The policies range widely, from rebates to photovoltaic panel installations at homes, businesses and government agencies to tax breaks and job training opportunities to attract manufacturers. At the last count, 37 states also have mandates or goals for renewable energy generation and consumption, according to the government database, run by the North Carolina State University, …

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