New Austin Energy solar program wants to make better use of Austin’s endless sunshine 

AUSTIN (KXAN) – Austin Energy is rolling out a new program that encourages commercial property owners to lease out large empty spaces – like rooftops and parking lots – for solar panels. The energy provider is rolling out the Solar Standard Offer program which allows commercial property owners to rent space to third-party solar developers or host solar panels on their property. The energy generated from the solar panels would then be sold back to Austin Energy, adding to A