January 9, 2024 | San Diego's Top Solar Company

Learn About Funding Opportunities and How To Apply For A CPUC Clean Energy Grant

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) will hold a webinar to demystify the application process for its new Clean Energy Access (CEA) Grant Program. With grants reaching up to $500,000, this initiative is tailored to support projects that enhance access to, or education about, the CPUC’s clean energy programs. The expert-led panel, featuring application evaluators …

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Fair Access to Community Solar Act filed in Washington state

Industry / By Staff

The community solar market just got a boost in Washington. State Rep. David Hackney (D) and Sen. John Lovick (D) pre-filed both HB 2253 and SB 6113, respectively, which would expand equitable access to the benefits of locally sited solar power to all Washingtonians. The legislation, dubbed the Fair Access to Community Solar Act, will build upon previous legislative …

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Maryland YMCA to cut energy costs with rooftop solar

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Secure Solar Futures installed a 222 kW solar array on a Maryland YMCA, which is expected to save about $100,000 on electricity bills. January 9, 2024 The YMCA in Frederick County, Maryland is expected to save $100,000 on its electricity bills over the next 25 years after installing a 222 kW rooftop solar array. The …

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EcoFlow battery generator can back up a house for up to a month

Markets / By Staff

The Delta Pro Ultra, shown this week at CES 2024, works with multiple energy sources for whole-home backup, solar power storage and off-grid use. January 9, 2024 This week at CES 2024 EcoFlow is launching its Delta Pro Ultra, a smart hybrid whole-house battery generator and backup system. EcoFlow reports that the generator and backup …

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Nautilus Solar acquires 16 community solar projects in Illinois

Policy / By Staff

The community solar specialist expands its footprint into the Midwest with the acquisition of this 75.6 MW portfolio. January 9, 2024 Nautilus Solar Energy LLC has acquired a 75.6 MW portfolio consisting of 16 community solar projects in Illinois, a state that holds a healthy mix residential, commercial, and community solar installations. The projects are …

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Plus Power to construct 175 MW / 350 MWh energy storage in Maine

Installation / By Staff

The Cross Town project will add 175 MW of storage to New England’s grid while helping to ensure Maine meets its 2030 and 2050 decarbonization goals. January 9, 2024 Battery energy storage system (BESS) developer Plus Power LLC is constructing Cross Town, the 350 MWh facility located at Gorham Industrial Park in Gorham, Maine, just …

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Fortress Power unveils high-voltage Avalon residential ESS

Industry / By Staff

Fortress Power recently unveiled its high-voltage energy storage system for the residential market that it is calling Avalon HV ESS. The first successful installation of an Avalon system was completed on Dec. 21, 2023, in the Philadelphia-area. “Fortress Power’s entry into the high-voltage residential market with the Avalon HV ESS is a testament to our …

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Rain insufficient for removing tree pollen from solar panels

Markets / By Staff

An analysis by NREL in North Carolina reveals that various types of tree pollen can reduce solar panel efficiency by over 15%. Unlike the immediate improvements assumed to follow heavy rain, recovery of performance post-pollen season is gradual. Manual cleaning post-rain can boost performance by 5% to 11%. January 9, 2024 A collaborative study by …

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Nautilus acquires 75.6 MW community solar portfolio in Illinois

Projects / By Staff

Nautilus Solar Energy operates and manages solar farms in 10 states, including this one in New York. The company recently acquired a 75.6 MW portfolio in Illinois. Nautilus Solar Energy LLC has acquired a 75.6 MW portfolio, consisting of 16 community solar projects. These projects are located throughout Illinois and are projected to be operational …

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Sunrise brief: Qcells inks its largest module and EPC agreement

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