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Friday, January 4, 2013

New York Sales-tax Break Puts Shine on New Solar Panels

http://www.lohud.com/article/20130104/NEWS/301040044/New-York-sales-tax-break-puts-shine-new-solar-panels?odyssey=tab%7Ctopnews%7Ctext%7CNews


"The new state law for commercial solar energy systems gives municipalities the option of providing a local sales-tax exemption. "

Customers Upset Over Low Solar Energy Payment

http://abclocal.go.com/kgo/story?section=news/7_on_your_side&id=8940141


"...Huffman says other homeowners are thinking like Piotter. Instead of taking a small payment, they're plugging in more stuff.

"People would string extra Christmas lights or leave the hot tub on, and obviously you don't want any policy that encourages waste of energy," said Huffman.

PG&E and other utility companies say paying more to solar customers will result in higher rates for the rest of the ratepayers to cover overhead costs. Still, Huffman and many homeowners want policies that encourage more solar.   ..."