Federal Government Addresses Solar Complaints
By getting more consumers to report scammy solar companies, government officials said, they can more effectively track complaints and seek to
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The residential solar energy industry has expanded significantly over the past decade, multiplying the number of companies serving consumers. At the same
U.S. government warns of predatory practices used by solar
A recent report from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) found that most of these projects were financed, often by non-bank lenders with questionable practices. The solar
Solar energy is rising in popularity. So are the scams
It''s likely a scam. While there are some government-funded solar programs for households that qualify, “going solar” isn''t free. Honest businesses
Rooftop Solar Scams Prompt Action From Government,
These are some of the deceptive practices that co-ops and the federal government are warning consumers about under a growing number of residential solar scams.
CFPB Report Finds Lenders Cramming Markup Fees
Fifty-eight percent of solar projects were paid through loans in 2023, and the number of lenders is increasing accordingly. These lenders often
Costly solar energy installation scams are on the rise.
SEATTLE — Scammers across the U.S. are going door-to-door, pitching “free” solar energy systems. Many homeowners never get any solar
Solar Energy Scams are Against the Law
Nonprofit legal services can help you stand up for your rights in cases of fraud, abuse, or deception: lsc. gov/about-lsc/what-legal-aid/i-need-legal-help or lawhelp .
Solar Energy Installation Scams on the Rise
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Don''t waste your energy on a solar scam
Be aware of solar energy scams – everything from scammers pretending to be affiliated with the government or utility company to businesses