Trump Blocks Clean Energy Job Growth with Tariffs on Solar Industry

Expect reduced job growth, canceled projects and increased energy costs WASHINGTON (January 22, 2017) – Today, President Trump announced his decision to levy penalizing tariffs on imported solar panels, an alarming move that could leave lasting damage across one of America’s fastest-growing job sectors. This decision comes despite calls from companies, members of Congress, worker groups, […]

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