CleanTechnica•29 days ago
Energy Department Cancels Solar Program For Low Income Residents Of Puerto Rico
Key Takeaway
The federal government's cancellation of a distributed solar program for low-income residents in Puerto Rico signals a significant setback for renewable energy development and grid resilience in the territory, impacting developers and potentially large loads.
AI Summary
- •The U.S. federal government has canceled funding for a distributed solar program specifically designed for low-income residents in Puerto Rico.
- •This decision represents a significant policy reversal and withdrawal of federal support for renewable energy development in the territory.
- •For solar developers, this eliminates a specific market segment and associated funding opportunities for distributed projects in Puerto Rico.
- •Large power consumers in Puerto Rico may face continued grid instability and slower adoption of distributed generation, impacting overall energy resilience.
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Article Content
The federal government has pulled the rug out from under Puerto Rico again by cancelling funding for distributed solar. The post Energy Department Cancels Solar Program For Low Income Residents Of Puerto Rico appeared first on CleanTechnica .