New California Energy Commission standards require solar PV systems for new homes; first in nation

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By mmillikinMay 10, 2018, 3:15 am87 pts
Moving to cut energy use in new homes by more than 50%, the California Energy Commission (CEC) has adopted building standards that require solar photovoltaic systems starting in 2020. The building energy efficiency standards, which are the first in the nation to require solar, will reduce greenhouse gas…

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