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Hundreds of energy industry leaders, officials from the California Department of Water Resources, elected officials and labor ...

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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dianne Plummer is an Energy Consultant and Certified Energy Manager. In 2024, rooftop solar was the fastest-growing source of ...