TO THE EDITOR:
With record-breaking installments, solar energy, for the first time, became the largest source of new energy in the U.S. This energy source surpassed both new wind and natural gas installation, which is insane considering how much energy companies are pushing for natural gas.
With North Carolina second in the nation for solar capacity, that means we played a major role in pushing solar energy into the spotlight. However, with the ending of tax credits given to individuals and businesses installing solar panels, the growth of solar could be significantly hindered. Duke Energy is also proposing several regulatory changes that would hamper solar growth in the state. With solar energy making such an impact on the amount of new energy produced in this country, we have a responsibility to North Carolina to not allow it to fall behind.
So I’m encouraging all reading this to call, write, email or drop by the office and tell legislators that we want clean, fuel-less energy that will provide jobs and keep North Carolina’s environment beautiful.
Cinnamon Moore
Charlotte
