Small plug-in solar panels gain traction as an affordable way to cut electricity bills
Small plug-in solar panels gain traction as an affordable way to cut electricity bills  
Podcast: PBS News Hour - Segments
Published On: Sun Dec 07 2025
Description: For years, solar power at home was mostly limited to people who owned their rooftops and could afford the steep upfront costs. But now, a new generation of small, affordable systems — often called “plug-in” solar — are making clean energy more accessible. Already widespread in Germany, the movement is gaining momentum in the United States. Laura Klivans of PBS member station KQED reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy