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How misleading information is fueling opposition to solar energy projects

Solar panels are seen on the roof of a building in Los Angeles, California, on June 18 2022. (Photo by Daniel Slim/AFP via Getty Images)
Solar panels are seen on the roof of a building in Los Angeles, California, on June 18 2022. (Photo by Daniel Slim/AFP via Getty Images)

An investigation by the NPR climate desk finds organized opposition to local solar projects stemming from a group founded by a conservative operative called Citizens for Responsible Solar.

Here & Now‘s Scott Tong talks with NPR climate correspondent Michael Copley about the reporting he did along with Miranda Green of Floodlight.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

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