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Plug-in solar systems expand in US backyards

Ten US states have legalized plug-in solar setups that often avoid permits or electrician work, according to reporting.

Ten US states have legalized plug-in solar systems that homeowners can install using standard wall outlets, according to NYT Business.

The outlet-style technology generally does not require permits or the use of electricians, the outlet said, making adoption easier for households looking to generate their own power.

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