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Texas AG Targets Solar Companies Over Alleged Consumer Fraud
Paxton launches probe into deceptive sales practices, citing over 100 complaints
Apr. 6, 2026 at 12:57pm
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an initiative targeting solar companies over alleged deceptive and fraudulent sales practices against Texans. Paxton's office has issued Civil Investigative Demands to multiple companies, including Freedom Forever, Sunrun, Lone Star Solar Services, and CAM Solar, and says it has received more than 100 complaints tied to those companies, along with thousands more posted online.
Why it matters
This crackdown on the solar industry is part of Paxton's broader efforts to combat consumer fraud in Texas. The attorney general's office is examining possible violations of the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act, including alleged misrepresentations about energy-bill savings, solar system performance, equipment installation, and contract terms.
The details
Investigators are requiring the targeted companies to turn over documents related to how they track customer electricity-bill changes, warranties, service plans, marketing materials, and contract information. At least one company, Sunrun, has publicly stated it will cooperate with the attorney general's office and maintains it follows legal and ethical standards in its sales practices.
- The attorney general's office announced the new solar industry initiative on April 6, 2026.
The players
Ken Paxton
The Attorney General of Texas who launched the new initiative targeting solar companies over alleged deceptive sales practices.
Freedom Forever
One of the solar companies that received a Civil Investigative Demand from the Texas Attorney General's office as part of the fraud probe.
Sunrun
A solar company that received a Civil Investigative Demand from the Texas Attorney General's office and has stated it will cooperate with the investigation.
Lone Star Solar Services
One of the solar companies that received a Civil Investigative Demand from the Texas Attorney General's office as part of the fraud probe.
CAM Solar
One of the solar companies that received a Civil Investigative Demand from the Texas Attorney General's office as part of the fraud probe.
What’s next
The Texas Attorney General's office will continue its investigation into the alleged deceptive sales practices of the targeted solar companies, and may take legal action against any companies found to be breaking the law.
The takeaway
This crackdown on the solar industry is part of a broader effort by the Texas Attorney General to combat consumer fraud in the state. The investigation highlights the importance of transparency and ethical sales practices in the renewable energy sector as it continues to grow.
