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November 14, 2013

Utilities watching Arizona's battle over fairness issue with solar rates

  • Arizona Public Service says homeowners with solar panels benefit from the grid's 24-7 power supply but avoid much of the cost.
    • By BOB CHRISTIE
    Associated Press

    PHOENIX — Arizona is in the midst of what seems like an intense election-year campaign: millions of dollars in spending, a barrage of negative TV ads and large amounts of outside money. The issue, however, has nothing to do with taxes, a hot-button policy or anything on the ballot.

    It is about the future of rooftop solar power in a state known for its abundant sunshine and at a time when the industry is booming.


     
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