Trump Administration Moves to Terminate “Solar for All” Program for Low-Income Households
The Trump administration has announced the end of the “Solar for All” initiative, a Biden-era program designed to expand access to rooftop and community solar for low-income families, citing the repeal of the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund under a new tax law. Environmental groups and legal experts argue the move will increase energy burdens for vulnerable communities and expect legal challenges, as awarded grants may be protected by prior congressional appropriation and federal regulations.[3][7]
U.S. Department of the Interior Tightens Permitting for Wind and Solar Projects
The Department of the Interior now requires all wind and solar projects to receive personal approval from Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, introducing an additional layer of review for permits, leases, and operational plans. The agency also eliminated longstanding fee discounts for such projects and will review current regulations within 45 days to assess preferential treatment for renewables, signaling a stricter federal approach to renewables permitting.[6]
NYSERDA Opens 2026 Voluntary REC Sales, Supporting Renewable Procurement in New York
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) began accepting applications for its 2026 Voluntary Tier 1 Renewable Energy Credit (REC) pre-sale, allowing commercial, industrial, municipal, and other eligible buyers to lock in forward-priced renewable attributes from solar, wind, and hydroelectric projects. This move aims to support sustainability targets and procurement planning, with the sale window closing August 13, 2025.[2]
Major U.S. Wind Project Faces Approval Setback in Idaho
The Biden administration’s approval for a 1,000 MW wind farm in Idaho has been rescinded, representing a significant regulatory reversal for one of the largest proposed wind energy projects in the country. The reasons for the withdrawal and its implications for U.S. wind expansion have raised concerns among renewable energy advocates.[5]
Community Resistance and Solar Innovation Mark Croatian Renewable Push
In Croatia, a planned 35 MW wind farm in Šibensko-kninska County faces strong local opposition over biodiversity and public participation concerns, potentially delaying construction. Meanwhile, the SOS Children’s Village in Lekenik is set to become the country’s first fully solar-powered village, with panel installation beginning this month under a €340,000 initiative aimed at energy independence by 2026.[1]