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California Legalizes Balcony Plug-In Solar Panels
Original: California Just Made It Legal to Turn Balconies Into Tiny Power Plants https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.moth erjones.c
California has enacted legislation legalizing plug-in balcony solar panels, allowing apartment dwellers and renters to mount small solar units on balconies and plug them directly into outlets to cut residential energy costs. The bill, championed by State Senator Scott Wiener, opens access to solar power for the millions of residents who cannot install rooftop systems. Climate and clean energy advocates are celebrating the move as a model other states could follow.
Why now: The new law significantly expands access to solar power for renters and apartment residents, drawing attention from clean energy supporters.
CaliforniaScott WienerMother Jones
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- California Just Made It Legal to Turn Balconies Into Tiny Power Plants https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.moth erjones.com/politics/2026/10/california-enacts-balcony-plug-in-solar-bill-lower-residential-energy-costs-weiner/ · motherjones.com@web.brid.gy · 6
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