 Wadoski says there are obstacles for low-income solar, including predatory lenders that have made some communities wary. The fact is that there are some unscrupulous characters operating in the solar space. Wadoski says the EPA is helping local governments and communities create lists of reputable solar actors who can get the money to help build trust in solar. The EPA expects the solar program to help over 900,000 households. Julia Simon, NPR News.