Persuading homeowners and businesses to plunk down $10,000 or more for Solar Panels isn’t easy in the current economy, so two utilities with renewable electricity standards to meet are testing a novel approach.

Rather than leaving the upfront costs of the panels and installation to consumers, Duke Energy and Arizona Public Service (APS) are preparing pilot programs that will install utility-owned solar systems on homes and businesses for free.

The newly announced projects will turn rooftops across North Carolina and Flagstaff into mini renewable-energy power plants for the utilities.

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