Renewable energy industry concerned of regulatory lieniency

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Written By Jennifer Joslyn
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⚖️ Regulatory uncertainty creates wary renewable energy advocates.

According to the American Clean Power Association’s 2021 report, the lack of regulations in place for an up-and-coming industry could prevent its potential maturation. The report cites the ongoing Commerce Department investigation into Southeast Asian solar panel part manufacturers and potential tariffs on their materials.

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