New York's apartment dwellers may soon have access to renewable energy at home. State legislators have passed the Solar Up Now New York—or SUNNY—Act, which would legalize portable solar panels that plug into standard outlets. According to Canary Media, this change could help renters and condo owners lower their energy bills. The bill now awaits Governor Kathy Hochul's signature.

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