LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — For years, Las Vegas homeowners have turned to rooftop solar panels to slash electricity bills and gain energy independence.

Now, a new daily demand charge from NV Energy threatens those savings — leaving many questioning if their investment was worth it .

WATCH | Las Vegas homeowner says he's stuck paying for a solar system he can't use

Greg Franklin has lived in his home for 35 years and has tried everything to cut costs. He swapped every bulb for LEDs and installed double‑pane windows, yet his monthly utility bill for power still reached hundreds of dollars.

“Everything we can to get the power bill down, and it was still $285 a month,” Franklin said.

Last year, Franklin invested $24,000 in 25 rooftop solar panels, tapping Southern Nevada’s abundant sunshine t

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