Debate Heats Up Over Budget Bill Impact on Clean Energy Industry
As discussions intensify regarding the latest House budget bill, solar installers and clean energy advocates are sounding alarms about potential job losses and economic repercussions. The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) warns that the bill could jeopardize approximately 330,000 solar and energy storage jobs. Critics argue that the proposed cuts to clean energy tax credits would raise utility bills and stifle growth in states like Virginia and Colorado. Lawmakers are being urged to reconsider these measures to protect jobs and promote sustainable energy solutions. Meanwhile, some industry leaders remain hopeful, asserting that the clean energy sector can still thrive despite these challenges.
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