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How is Illinois protecting consumers from solar energy scammers? Questions remain

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How is Illinois protecting consumers from solar energy scammers?

CHICAGO -- As reported Monday, a family is out more than $100,000 in what they call a solar scam – and has been fighting for their money back for months. The company they dealt with was on a list provided by the State of Illinois, as part of its solar energy program.

As for concerns the state isn't doing enough, the power agency said they 'take consumer protection very seriously,' and take 'swift action' against those who are 'non-compliant.'' But again, PSG Energy is still being investigated four months later. 'There hasn't been any communication with me,' Covarrubias said. The state's written responses to CBS 2's questions about this issue are in the document below.

 

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