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Solar Panels & Photovoltaic Cells | Definition & Overview

For years, solar power at home was mostly limited to people who own their rooftops and could afford the steep upfront costs. But a new generation of small, affordable systems are making clean energy more accessible. The technology, often called "plug-in" solar, is already widespread in Germany and gaining momentum in the United States. KQED's Laura Klivans reports. | PBS NewsHour