Effective January 1, 2024, Public Utility Code 769. 2 mandates that all construction workers and apprentices involved in new commercial solar system installations on net metering or net billing tariffs in California must be paid prevailing wages.
Small hydropower systems offer cost-effective, low-impact solutions for decentralized power generation, especially in remote and off-grid areas. Civil construction remains the dominant component due to infrastructure intensity, while micro hydropower leads in type.
This typically includes obtaining a business license, registering your business name, and securing an Employer Identification Number (EIN) from the IRS for tax purposes. Secure the necessary permits and licenses specific to the solar industry in your region.