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Lawsuit alleges USDA illegally cut rural solar program

Original: Lawsuit alleges USDA illegally slashed rural solar development program

A lawsuit has been filed alleging that the US Department of Agriculture acted illegally when it drastically reduced funding or support for its rural solar development program. The cuts affect solar energy projects in rural communities that relied on the program's grants and loan support. The legal challenge contends the agency bypassed required procedures in scaling back the initiative.

Why now: The USDA's scaling back of rural solar funding has prompted legal action, drawing attention to its impact on renewable energy in rural areas

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