EPA Moves to Cancel $7 Billion Solar Grants

The Trump administration is moving to terminate $7 billion in federal grants from the Solar for All program, intended to help over 900,000 low- and middle-income households, including tribes, install rooftop solar panels and reduce electricity bills. The EPA is preparing to send termination letters to 60 state agencies, nonprofit groups, and tribes that received these grants. This action is part of a broader effort to claw back billions awarded under the Inflation Reduction Act, President Biden's main climate law, following new Congressional directives in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Critics argue the cancellation undermines energy affordability and environmental justice, and legal challenges are expected from affected recipients. Some grant recipients and advocates claim the funds were already obligated and should not be rescinded. The EPA has also attempted to terminate an additional $20 billion from related climate initiatives, resulting in ongoing lawsuits.