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The National Renewable Energy Laboratory's 2023 performance report finds automated solar permitting speeds up a residential solar projects by 14 days.
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Leadership, service experiences, and time spent in nature as a Girl Scout helped me find my calling
New incentives for Minnesota communities to cut rooftop solar red tape
Minnesota is the latest state to offer grants to local communities that streamline permitting for residential rooftop solar systems.
Energy-efficient windows and doors: How federal tax credits can help you install them
Learn more about how new federal clean energy tax credits can help you save money and save energy by installing more energy-efficient windows and doors.