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January 26, 2026
State Policies Drive Solar Momentum Amid Federal Constraints
Recent actions range from easing permitting and interconnection bottlenecks to aligning project timelines with federal tax credits.
While the federal landscape for solar energy has shifted toward more restrictive policies and spending cuts, state efforts to expand…Read the full report
Key Takeaways
- New Jersey has enacted a measure to create an automated platform for residential solar permitting, while an executive order calls for massive amounts of new power generation including solar.
- New York regulators have modified interconnection rules to maximize the potential for distributed energy resources to qualify for federal tax credits.
- Illinois’ Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act strengthens the state’s clean energy economy including by expanding community solar and accelerating solar deployment through faster approvals and streamlined siting rules.
