Researchers have found that regions with large investment in renewable energy have stronger electric grids, contrary to popular belief. Select policymakers and industry advocated have said that state and federal policies that support renewable energy put the reliability of the electric grid at risk by pushing nuclear and coal power plants into early closure.

4 major US companies are giving solar discounts to their employees as part of their new employee benefits. Cisco, 3M, Kimberly-Clark and the National Geographic Society are offering their employees the opportunity to install solar panels at discounted rates under a new program.