A new proposal to change payback rules for rooftop solar in California is already drawing strong support -- and fierce opposition. KQED climate reporter Laura Klivans has more.

A new proposal to change payback rules for rooftop solar in California is already drawing strong support -- and fierce opposition. KQED climate reporter Laura Klivans has more.

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Proposal to Change Payback Rules for Rooftop Solar Spurs Controversy 

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