A new federal-state program making it easier to bring low-cost solar energy to low-income New Jersey households could save residents $175 million a year, according to the U.S. Energy Department. New Jersey was one of five states and the District of Columbia tapped to work on an online platform designed to make it easier for residents to sign up with a community solar project. The goal is to provide one-stop shopping for households who already receive aid for their utility bills under the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. If the new platform works, all of those low-income households au…
