New CT Law Gives Farms a Solar Opportunity

Connecticut farmers traditionally grow crops such as vegetables, fruit, and tobacco, accounting for just over half of the state's agricultural revenue. The other half comes from nurseries and greenhouses. But there is a new crop that may boost revenues for the industry — solar panels converting sunshine into electricity.

Utility proposal to New Jersey solar bill

New Jersey's PSE&G will request permission to allocate $883 million dollars of additional investment to solar power, CEO Ralph Izzo announced on Tuesday. The money would more than double the utility's current $700 million commitment to the solar sector and would be used to create an additional 233 megawatts of capacity in the state. The proposal represents a 28% increase in New Jersey's current solar capacity.