Owners of distributed generation projects in Minnesota to see sales tax refund
POLICY:
• A federal proposal to subsidize coal and nuclear power over other forms of electricity has created unusual alliances in Ohio among energy companies, state agencies and other groups who oppose the plan. (Midwest Energy News)
• Grid operator PJM and two clean energy groups estimate the cost of the Department of Energy’s plan could range from $300 million to more than $32 billion. (RTO Insider)
MINNESOTA: State officials will issue refunds to property owners with distributed generation projects for sales tax that was incorrectly collected by utilities. (West Central Tribune)
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SOLAR:
• Two nonprofits are eyeing Minnesota in their efforts to expand solar bulk-buying programs aimed at reducing installation costs for consumers. (Midwest Energy News)
• The U.S. International Trade Commission is expected to issue recommendations today on various types of trade remedies to support domestic solar panel manufacturers that have been harmed by cheap imports. (Reuters)
