But now a dramatic expansion is about to begin as new building codes take effect jan.
Ca votes to require rooftop solar panels on new homes.
On wednesday the golden state became the first in the u s.
11 2019 when the energy commission approved the requirement for solar panels on new homes it also gave builders the option.
Solar roof mandate the california energy commission approved a plan in a 5 0 vote requiring all newly constructed homes to have rooftop solar going into effect in 2020.
1 2020 will be required to include solar systems as.
State on wednesday to require solar panels on almost all new homes sending the clearest signal yet that rooftop power is moving beyond a niche market and becoming the norm.
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California becomes first state to require solar panels on new homes the vote by the california energy commission again puts the state at the forefront of government controls over climate warming.
California might not require solar panels on new homes after all nov.
California already generates more electricity from solar power than any other state.
To require solar panels on almost all new homes.