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    Which Way, L.A.?

    Solar Power: From the Roof to the Ground

    A state law, passed in 1978, says virtually nothing can stop the installation of solar power if there's no threat to health or safety. Now the Lakeview Terrace neighborhood in the San Fernando Valley is one of at least two dozen places where ground-based solar projects are planned.

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    By Warren Olney • May 16, 2014 • 1 min read

    A state law, passed in 1978, says virtually nothing can stop the installation of solar power if there's no threat to health or safety. Now the Lakeview Terrace neighborhood in the San Fernando Valley is one of at least two dozen places where ground-based solar projects are planned. They are different from what was envisioned when the law was passed. LA City Councilman Felipe Fuentes says local government should have more power.

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    Concerned Residents Take on… Solar Energy?
    1. 0:00Solar Power: From the Roof to the GroundYou’re reading this
    2. 17:43A Bumpy Start for Common Core Testing
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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Mike Kessler

      freelance journalist

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      Liyna Anwar

      Assistant Producer, To the Point/Which Way, LA?

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      Jenny Hamel

      KCRW

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      Felipe Fuentes

      Los Angeles City Council

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      Brad Wilson

      Ecos Energy

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      Nancy Woodruff

      Foothill Trails District Neighborhood Council

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    The full episode

    1 of 2
    Concerned Residents Take on… Solar Energy?
    1. 0:00Solar Power: From the Roof to the GroundYou’re reading this
    2. 17:43A Bumpy Start for Common Core Testing
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