Energy prices and clean energy policy took center stage during a Senate Energy and Public Utilities committee hearing as lawmakers sparred over summer energy bills and the future of Illinois’ energy mix.
State Representative Brad Halbrook and Freedom Caucus Chairman State Representative Chris Miller published a video on Friday blasting Democrats for calling the hearing without consulting GOP House members.
At Monday’s hearing, business owners in the solar industry described how federal tax credit changes have rattled the market. Lisa Albrecht testified that her company, All Bright Solar, has seen consumer confidence collapse amid uncertainty.
Andrew Linhares, SEIA’s Senior Manager for the Central Region, said the loss of federal tax credits for residential and commercial solar projects will stall development and raise costs for Illinois consumers already facing higher utility bills.
Story from Illinois Radio Network
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