- In **1979**, President **Jimmy Carter** installed **32 solar panels** on the White House roof to promote energy independence.
- The solar panels were removed in **1986** under President **Ronald Reagan** but continued to have a significant impact.
- After removal, the panels were sold to a **small college in Maine** and later ended up across the **U.S. and China**.
- Carter's initiative was seen as **progressive**, highlighting concerns over reliance on foreign oil post-**oil embargo**.
- Experts note that Carter was **"ahead of his time"** regarding renewable energy discussions that began years later.
For more details, visit the original article [here](https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/02/climate/jimmy-carter-solar-panels.html).
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Flora Green
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