By SDCN Editor New York, NY–During Climate Week, the governors of Arizona, Maryland, Minnesota, North Carolina, and Utah announced the creation of Climate Corps in each state, partnering with California and its nation Action Corps – the first state-level program of its kind. Combined, the bipartisan group of five states represents more than a fifth […]
Gov. Newsom, state legislators announce agreement to cleaner, reliable grid
By SDCN Editors Sacramento, CA–Governor Gavin Newsom and the legislature reached an agreement on the governor’s package to build more clean energy, make the grid more reliable, and help achieve our 100% clean electricity goal. Thursday marks a critical step in California’s work to combat the climate crisis and ensure its grid is powered by […]
Recent changes implemented on purchases of clean vehicle credit, IRS says
By SDCN Editor Washington, D.C.–The Internal Revenue Service reminded consumers considering an automobile purchase to be sure to understand several recent changes to the new Clean Vehicle Credit for qualified plug-in electric drive vehicles, including qualified manufacturers and tax rules. The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA) made several changes to the new Clean Vehicle […]
San Diego initiates new instant permit program for residential solar
By SDCN Editor San Diego, CA–San Diego residents can apply online and instantly receive permits for residential solar and battery storage projects. The city’s Development Services Department has launched a new residential solar instant permitting process – the latest in a series of enhancements meant to help reduce the city’s permitting processing times while supporting […]