Policies and Regulations
This page describes the patchwork of federal, state, and local policies and regulations pertaining to renewable energy systems that impact project development.
Solar Panel Regulations in the United States: An Overview
Several UL standards apply to solar panels. You can apply such standards to ensure that your products are safe to use and do not, for instance, overheat or cause a fire. This section lists
7 Laws That Change the Moment You Install Solar Panels
Thinking about going solar? These 7 solar panel installation laws may surprise you—and they go into effect as soon as your panels go up.
10 Government Policies for Solar Panels into New Builds in 2025
In 2025, a growing number of jurisdictions mandate or incentivize the inclusion of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems in new construction. These government policies for solar panel integration
Codes and Standards
Technology advances have outpaced the base codes and standards for the interconnection and interoperability of PV systems. New business opportunities have extended the technical needs
Policies and Regulations
In 2025, a growing number of jurisdictions mandate or incentivize the inclusion of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems in new
Solar Panel Rules in Your State: What Homeowners Need to Know
Navigating solar regulations across U.S. states can make or break your home solar investment. From California''s groundbreaking solar mandate to Florida''s net metering policies, each
U.S. Solar Policy Shifts September 2025 Explained
Explore the latest U.S. solar policy changes in Sept 2025, from ITC rules to tariffs and state programs. See how they impact solar developers and markets.
US watchdog finalizes new rule on solar panel, home equity loans
The U.S. watchdog agency for consumer finance on Tuesday finalized new regulations it said would protect home improvement borrowers who finance solar panels and other purchases
Solar Policy Spotlight: Key Changes Across the U.S.A in May 2024
Explore key U.S. solar policy changes from May 2024, including state-level reforms, federal shifts, and trade updates impacting the industry.
The Federal Solar Tax Credit is changing: What homeowners
With the new timeline, homeowners planning to buy and install solar or battery systems (using cash or a loan) now have a shorter window to qualify for these savings. In this blog, we''ll