A decision by the state Public Utilities Commission means people who want to install rooftop can still do so and receive credit for over-producing electricity -- at least until December 31.
CARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) — Nevada regulators have voted to keep existing rates in place for rooftop solar customers, even though the state hit a cap on net metering.
NV Energy reported Friday the cap for net metering in Nevada has been reached.
That's the cap that allows consumers to put rooftop solar panels on their homes, have them tied to the electric grid, and receive credit from the utility for excess electricity the panels generate.
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Several government and business leaders say Nevada renewable energy projects have a bright future with the federal government tightening pollution controls for greenhouse gas emissions from existing power plants.
After months of heated debate, state lawmakers this year promised to work out a deal to ensure more homeowners could produce electricity with solar panels.
CARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) — Advocates for rooftop solar installations say a bill that passed the Nevada Legislature this spring may not have settled a dispute they're having with NV Energy after all.
CARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) — A legislative committee has approved a bill that aims to resolve a fight between rapidly growing rooftop solar installation companies and NV Energy.
Lawmakers on the Assembly Commerce and Labor Committee voted unanimously on Monday to approve SB374.
