Photovoltaic panel fraud case

Are solar panels a fraud or a deceptive business?

Updated on: September 19, 2024 / 5:50 PM EDT / CBS New York NEW YORK - The Legal Aid Society has filed a lawsuit accusing five solar panel companies of deceptive business practices and fraud. Lawyers say the companies work in tandem to target seniors and low-income residents with misleading advertising and miscalculations of cost.

Does rooftop solar have a fraud problem?

Rooftop solar has a fraud problem. The industry is working to build back trust A crew installs a solar array on the roof of a home in Frankfort, Ky., in 2023. PHILADELPHIA — The solar power industry is booming and that growth helps the world meet its climate goals by replacing fossil fuels.

Should solar companies be able to report a scam?

By getting more consumers to report scammy solar companies, government officials said, they can more effectively track complaints and seek to hold accountable companies that violate the law.

Is rooftop solar a bad business?

The rooftop solar business is a big source of consumer complaints. Across the country, prosecutors are investigating sales practices and financing arrangements. Now the solar industry is working to repair its reputation.

Who is suing Solar Mosaic & Sunco capital?

Lawyers say the companies work in tandem to target seniors and low-income residents with misleading advertising and miscalculations of cost. Solar Mosaic, Sunco Capital, WebBank, ATTYX and ATTYX Utah were named in the lawsuit. Jamaica resident Claver Campbell, 76, turned to solar panels to save on her energy bill.

Do solar companies have a Consumer Protection Bureau?

Some states also have consumer protection bureaus where consumers can file complaints. While the advisories are an attempt to educate consumers, previous government efforts to regulate solar companies have fallen short.