Today, there are over 5 million U.S. households with rooftop solar systems and over 1.2 million subscribed to community solar, meaning a growing number of consumers are accessing the benefits of local, clean electricity including lower energy bills, reduced reliance on fossil fuels, and reliable backup power (when paired with storage). However, the rapid adoption of solar also brings unique challenges. Recent reports show some consumers feel frustration, confusion, and a lack of trust in the distributed solar industry.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Solar Energy Technologies Office (SETO) is hosting a webinar to share information about what kinds of problems consumers are facing, steps the government is taking to deter deceptive business practices, and how the industry is developing standards that can protect consumers from harm. SETO will also share updates on how DOE is supporting the advancement and deployment of solar technology broadly.