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California legalizes balcony solar installations up to 1,200W

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California has legalized balcony solar installations, allowing up to 1,200W of power with the passage of the Plug and Play Solar Act. This new law, effective January 1, 2027, permits individuals, including renters, to install and plug in solar systems without utility registration, aiming to reduce energy bills. However, installations are capped at 1,200W and require components certified under UL3700, which may necessitate professional installation for some systems. AI

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California legalizes balcony solar installations up to 1,200W

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Steve Dent) ·

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