California just made it legal to turn balconies into tiny power plants

First covered Oct 1, 2026 · 12:07 PM PT · 2 articles

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5h Electrek California gives the green light to balcony solar — Californians who can’t install rooftop solar are getting another way to tap into the sunshine. Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill opening the door to small…

7h Grist California just made it legal to turn balconies into tiny power plants

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