June 15, 2023 | San Diego's Top Solar Company

Linea acquires 490 MWdc utility-scale solar project from Horus Energy

Linea Energy has acquired a 490 MWdc utility-scale solar project in Texas from London-based Horus Energy. The acquisition marks Linea’s entry into the Texas market and advances its strategic plan to establish a robust development pipeline while promoting renewable energy and economic growth in the Houston area. The project is expected to generate 900 GWh per …

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White House announces $13.5 million investment to grow solar energy workforce

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As part of President Joe Biden’s “Investing in America” agenda, the U.S. Department of Energy has launched a program accelerate the clean energy transition through solar workforce training. As part of the program, the DOE announced 12 projects, whose work will span more than 13 states, selected for negotiation to launch training partnerships that expand the …

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Krasdale Foods, PowerFlex launch Bronx’s largest solar system

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A 115-year-old family-owned grocery distribution, merchandising and marketing company based in the Bronx has added a 2.7 MW community solar system to its roof. Krasdale Foods partnered with solar provider PowerFlex to develop the largest solar energy installation in the borough and one of the largest in New York City. A ribbon cutting celebration held …

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50 states solar incentives: California

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California, a state that would rank within the five largest economic powers in the world if it were its own nation, is the premiere solar energy market. It was an early adopter and continues to be a solar powerhouse today. An impressive 26.6% of California’s electricity is generated by solar panels, according to the Solar …

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Cement manufacturer to generate 75% of onsite power with 25 MW solar array

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Holcim plans to install solar on a 100-acre field site on the Alpena, Michigan property, which produces 2.4 million metric tons of cement per year, including the OneCem brand cement. June 15, 2023 Producing a ton of cement requires 4.7 million british thermal units (BTU) of energy, equivalent to about 400 pounds of coal, generating nearly …

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Nautilus makes landmark acquisition of 270 MW community solar portfolio from ESA

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Nautilus Solar Energy LLC affiliate company Nautilus US Power Holdco LLC has acquired a portfolio of up to 270 MW of community solar projects from ESA Solar Development Group. Located throughout the Midwest in markets with proposed community solar legislation, the projects are in the early stages of development and will be co-developed by both …

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Retrofitting solar farms with pollinators could yield up to $264 million in annual benefits for farmers

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A new government research framework identifies farms using pollinator services within reach of existing solar facilities. The aim is to determine the financial benefits of these services for both farmers and solar landowners. June 15, 2023 Researchers have discovered that retrofitting 217 solar farms across the U.S. to accommodate pollinator habitats could generate between $120 …

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$7 billion in EPA grants to advance low-income residential and community solar

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The “Solar for All” grant program is expected to open up to applications from states and other entities as early as this month, aiming to enable millions of families in low-income and disadvantaged communities to access solar energy. June 15, 2023 States, tribal governments, municipalities and nonprofits will be eligible to compete for $7 billion …

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Chicago solar workforce training program honors graduates

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Reactivate’s inaugural cohort was trained in solar installation and design based on the criteria of NABCEP PV Associate certification. In addition they were provided training in solar technical, electrical applications, and industrial vehicle training. June 15, 2023 Reactivate, a nationwide solar training program that uses the Building Equity in Solar Training (BEST) protocol, this week …

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Canadian Solar to start 5-GW solar panel factory in Texas before end of 2023

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Global solar module player primarily manufacturing in China, Canadian Solar announced today it will start a 5-GW solar panel assembly facility in Mesquite, Texas, just east of Dallas. This U.S. factory will join Canadian Solar’s manufacturing portfolio in Canada, China, Brazil, Thailand and Vietnam. Fellow Chinese solar panel powerhouse LONGi also has plans for a …

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