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Solar Subsidy Deadline Hits
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- Jun 27, 2026
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- 105
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Summary
Solar developers raced against time to secure federal tax credits before July 4th, locking in subsidies that covered at least 30% of project costs — a move that could nearly double U.S. solar capacity. With those credits now gone, energy prices in Texas have already spiked 120% amid soaring AI-driven demand, while the Trump administration pushes fossil fuels despite supply chain snags. Over 200 gigawatts of solar projects are now secured, leaving latecomers facing steep cost hikes — but developers argue solar and wind remain the cheapest energy sources, and rising electricity prices could still make projects profitable, even if payback periods lengthen. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/90f6255ab3394fa2