Courts Step In To Protect Citizens When Government Refuses To Do Its Job - CleanTechnica

The article from CleanTechnica highlights the ongoing conflict between certain U.S. states and the federal government regarding the cancellation of the $7 billion Solar For All program. This initiative aimed to expand access to solar energy for low- and moderate-income households, particularly benefiting those who cannot install solar panels themselves, such as renters or residents of disadvantaged communities. The program was projected to help 900,000 households reduce their reliance on fossil fuels, lower utility bills by over $350 million annually, and promote environmental justice. However, the Biden administration, under EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, terminated the program in August 2025, labeling it a "boondoggle," despite its broad support and Congressional approval. In response, nearly two dozen states, including California and Arizona, have filed lawsuits to reinstate the program, arguing that its cancellation disproportionately harms disadvantaged communities and undermines efforts to combat pollution and high energy costs. California’s Attorney General Rob Bonta criticized the administration for favoring fossil fuel interests over