The University of Notre Dame unveiled a new array of solar panels Wednesday that will drop carbon emissions at the school by 148 tons a year, or the equivalent of planting 31 acres of trees.

Gov. Eric Holcomb says the bill ensures Hoosiers currently participating in the program aren't affected for decades.

The Senate gave final approval to the bill with a 37-11 vote.

SB 309 revamps Indiana's net metering policy, a move opposed by the state's renewable energy advocates.

A bill that would change net metering for solar energy production got its first hearing before a House committee Wednesday, continuing to draw debate from a wide range of stakeholders.

Senate bill 309 passed the Senate 39-9 Monday night.

Hoosiers who generate energy, like solar panels, can sell excess energy to utilities at a retail rate, but a bill to change that leaves some lawmakers confused.

Lawmakers passed an amended version of the bill that drew more than five hours of public testimony last week.

Critics say the measure would muscle out smaller competitors from the emerging solar market.

Sheridan Community Schools, a small, rural district in the heart of central Indiana, has taken a unique approach to managing energy costs.