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Array Technologies debuts autonomous hail protection system for solar trackers

Array Technologies, a global solar tracking company, has launched its patented Hail Alert Response system, a set of software features designed to autonomously protect solar assets from hail damage. This technology is part of Array’s ongoing efforts to enhance the resilience and efficiency of solar energy systems in hail-prone regions. Credit: Array Technologies The Hail …

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Ohio approves largest solar project in the state

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The Ohio Power Siting Board’s (OPSB) has approved the Oak Run Solar Project, an 800 MW solar + storage + agrivoltaics facility in Madison County. The project represents the largest solar power generation facility approved to date in the Buckeye State with an expected cost of $1 billion. In addition to the 800 MW of …

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Californians could see up to $128 fixed charge added to their monthly electric bill

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The monthly charge would be assessed regardless of any energy conservation efforts or solar production at home. Eighteen California Congressional representatives wrote a letter to the Public Utilities Commission warning the proposed charge would harm low- and middle income residents and “undercut investments in renewable energy.” March 27, 2024 California regulators are working on a …

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CPS America provides updates on recent product launches

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CPS America has announced updates on recent product launches for the U.S. market. The 350-kW, 800-VAC three-phase string solution received certifications in September 2023 and is now in stock and available for U.S. projects from 2 MW to 2 GW. “Having a high-energy density solution available for 1,500-VDC applications allows site owners to invest in …

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Case study: Nexamp, Terrasmart design Allis Hill project for National Grid DG interconnection program

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Utilities across the country are managing intermittent renewable integration with varying levels of success — and with good reason. Meeting resource adequacy, reliability, and resilience is a complex business that requires flexibility and inventive solutions. National Grid, which serves 20 million customers in New York, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts, is piloting an innovative program to …

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Illinois school district will be major subscriber to community solar project on school grounds

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Brimfield Community Unit School District (CUSD) in Brimfield, Illinois, has chosen the Nexamp community solar program to reduce its annual electric expenses and add more renewable energy to the Ameren utility grid. Under a 20-year contract, the K-12 district will save more than $22,000 each year of the agreement. Credit: Nexamp The 3-MW community solar …

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Enel starts construction of Ables Springs solar + storage project in Texas

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Enel North America has begun construction of the Ables Springs solar + storage project in Kaufman County, Texas. The project pairs a 186 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) system with a 115 MW / 169 MWh battery energy storage system. “When ERCOT conditions tightened this winter, Enel’s solar and storage plants provided crucial generation and quick-response …

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IRS adds 446 counties to list qualifying for Energy Communities tax credit

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The Internal Revenue Service added 446 more U.S. counties to the list where renewable energy projects could qualify for a 10% Energy Community tax credit bonus under the Inflation Reduction Act. The 446 counties are in statistical areas that the IRS identifies as potential energy communities. Not all of the 446 qualify for the bonus …

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Quebec announces 300 MW solar tender

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From pv magazine global The provincial government of Quebec in Canada plans to develop 300 MW of electricity from solar. Under the terms of the proposed draft regulation, utility Hydro-Québec would tender 300 MW. The first tender could take place by the end of the year. The provincial government said the deployment would establish several small solar parks …

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Solar laggards: The five states with the least amount of solar installed

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As solar power surges forward in states like California and Texas, a handful of states trail far behind, raising questions about the missed opportunities for energy independence and environmental benefits. March 27, 2024 We often shine the spotlight on states leading in solar energy deployment, lauding their significant contributions to renewable energy infrastructure. Nevertheless, there …

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Month: March 2024