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The Porterville Reporter Logo
June 15, 2026

Solar can help small farms like mine

With community solar plus storage, we could contribute to lowering energy costs for our entire community. The solar panels installed on our land would generate power that goes directly to the local grid, not to some far-away substation.

June 12, 2026

CPUC Finalizes Community Solar Framework Amid Industry Backlash

Solar advocates argue the approved program fails to deliver the affordable, local clean energy promised under state law.

The San Diego Union Tribune Logo
June 10, 2026

Opinion: Community solar plus storage can help with state’s energy crisis

Customers can sign up as subscribers to low-cost solar power, paying a monthly fee s, with estimated savings of $20-$35 per month.

Logo GV Wire
May 21, 2026

Community Solar Will Lower Energy Bills for CA Renters. Why Hasn’t Legislature Acted?

Community solar plus storage works by setting up small-scale solar projects in places like warehouse rooftops or unused farm land. Residents who can’t put solar projects on their own roofs can subscribe to these projects and save money on their utility bills.
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May 18, 2026

California commission to make final decision on community solar rules

State regulators will vote on whether to finalize a proposed decision by an administrative judge rejecting changes to the Community Renewable Energy Program sought by solar advocates.
Marin Independent Journal
April 23, 2026

Marin Voice: California is falling behind on community solar

Climate change and declining birth rates are two of several unexpected changes facing the planet, our nation, California and Marin County.

Bring more affordable solar choices to California.

Californians for Local Affordable Solar and Storage (CLASS) is working to lower electricity bills for families and small businesses, empower farmers and landowners to host community solar facilities and keep their farms in the family, while creating jobs and generating clean energy locally.

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