February 16, 2023 | San Diego's Top Solar Company

EV charging network receives $7.4 million in federal funding

An equitable clean transportation future includes expanding freight corridors and EV charging infrastructure in underserved communities. February 16, 2023 President Biden’s goals of building out a national network of 500,000 EV chargers got a boost with the announced funding to accelerate the creation of zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) corridors that expand the nation’s electric vehicle (EV) …

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Solarus offers solar thermal product

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By SPW | February 16, 2023 Solar thermal company Solarus has a technology for businesses with a high consumption of hot water and electricity. “Across the globe, people realize that the shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy is urgent, and we must reduce our CO2 emissions. Ultimately, that is the goal we have set …

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Three global trends for solar in 2023

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Component cost declines, local manufacturing and distributed energy are trending in the renewable energy sector this year. February 16, 2023 Ongoing supply chain disruptions, shifting renewable energy procurement goals, and a global energy crisis took hold in 2022. This year, some of these trends are evolving to a new stage in the energy transition. S&P …

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IRS releases guidance on low-income solar tax credit booster

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According to IRS guidance, 1.8 GW of solar is eligible for 40% and 50% tax credits via the IRA, with the Low-Income Communities Bonus Credit Program allowing for certain projects to gain a 10% or 20% tax credit in addition to the Inflation Reduction Act’s 30% investment tax credit. February 16, 2023 The U.S. Internal …

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McDonald’s signs on for 180 MW of Louisiana solar

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The restaurant giant signed a solar power purchase agreement equivalent to the energy demand of over 30,000 U.S. homes. February 16, 2023 McDonald’s corporation announced it signed a power purchase agreement for the entire production of a 180 MW solar project in Louisiana. The Prairie Ronde solar project is expected to produce 327 GWh of …

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Gov. Murphy accelerates New Jersey’s 100% clean energy goal by 15 years

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In an address on February 14 at Rutgers University, New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy announced a series of new and accelerated targets and commitments to build upon the administration’s climate action record. The administration will bolster its robust climate adaptation and mitigation efforts through an accelerated target of 100% clean energy by 2035, 15 years …

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Maryland bill to boost adoption of residential solar

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If passed, the bill would increase Maryland’s residential clean energy grant from $1,000 to $5,000 to boost adoption of rooftop solar, create local clean energy jobs, and help meet the state’s climate goals. February 16, 2023 Sponsored by Maryland Senator Brian J. Feldman and Delegate Lily Qi, Senate Bill 664 and House Bill 1239, would …

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McDonald’s will buy entire power output of Louisiana solar farm

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McDonald’s will purchase the entirety of power coming from a180-MWDC solar project in St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, currently being built by Lightsource bp. “Growing our partnership with Lightsource bp reaffirms our commitment to building a more sustainable McDonald’s system at a meaningful scale,” said Elaine Strunk, Sr. Director Global Sustainability, McDonald’s. “Prairie Ronde Solar will …

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$10 billion from the IRA to help clean up the industry

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The IRS released guidance on how it will allocate $10 billion to grow recycling facilities, re-equip industrial facilities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 20%, and establish new manufacturing facilities that reduce our carbon footprint. February 16, 2023 The U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released guidance on how it will allocate $10 …

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Maryland bill would boost residential rooftop solar grants

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On Feb. 16, a coalition of rooftop solar advocates, workforce development groups, energy equity champions and renewable energy companies launched a campaign to advocate for legislation that would make solar power more accessible and affordable for all Marylanders. Sponsored by Maryland Sen. Brian J. Feldman and Delegate Lily Qi, Senate Bill 664 (SB0664) and House …

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