Large power companies have entered the market for small-scale solar energy including residential rooftops.
The installation of solar panels grew by more than 50 percent in 2014 and is on track for another record-breaking year in 2015.
The utilities diving into the market in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, and Texas could make solar more affordable by boosting competition and driving down prices.
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