Source: Southern California Public Radio The California Public Utilities Commission finalized a decision on Thursday to guarantee that homeowners with solar systems will be allowed to continue in the current net metering program for 20 years from the date of installation. Net metering participants get paid back for electricity they produce in excess of what they use....

IREC honored national award winners for the Best of 2013 in renewable energy and energy efficiency at Solar Power International in Chicago. Awards were presented for: State & Local Government Project of the Year, Community Renewable Project of the Year, IREC Accredited Training Program of the Year, and IREC Certified Trainer of the Year. Four special recognition awards were also presented.