(WHTM) — Federal tax credits for home solar power systems stop at the end of this year.

A similar credit for electric vehicles ends this month, leading to a pickup in sales. Those in the solar industry said they see similar signs in increased demand.

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But it still presents the industry with its biggest challenge yet. Essentially, the U.S. government currently pays 30% of the cost of a home system.

It's a hot topic as solar leaders from Pennsylvania and across the country meet at a conference in Las Vegas. However, they said they aren't hopeful they can convince Republicans in the White House and Congress to change their minds.

Some said soaring electric rates might, though.

"You don't have to be a political scientist t

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