The Trump administration’s decision to freeze Nevada’s $156 million solar panel grant has raised concerns among local officials and organizations. This grant, part of Nevada’s Solar for All program, is intended to help offset the costs of installing solar panels on homes and businesses, using funds from the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. The freeze, which affects other grants related to energy and infrastructure, is part of a broader review of federal spending by the Trump administration, which has targeted initiatives from the previous administration.
The Nevada Clean Energy Fund, responsible for managing the grant, expressed confusion over the lack of explanation for the freeze. The grant was expected to support around 125 projects, benefiting low-income households and creating job opportunities.
U.S. Representative Susie Lee criticized the decision, arguing that it does not align with efforts to reduce costs for Nevadans. The White House has not commented on the situation but has previously indicated that these reviews are aimed at addressing what it perceives as overspending.
