Day: June 27, 2024

Credit: Briggs & Stratton On June 26, Governor Daniel McKee signed the 2024 Energy Storage Systems Act into law, a landmark moment in Rhode Island’s journey to a 100% clean energy future. Led by State Senator Dawn Euer and State Representative Arthur Handy, the Act puts Rhode Island’s energy system in a strengthened position. “Energy …

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New York-based solar contractor U.S. Light Energy (USLE) hosted a vibrant Summer Solstice Open House on June 20 at its new office location in Latham, New York. The event garnered enthusiastic attendance from over 70 guests, comprising esteemed team members, cherished friends, supportive family and valued partners. U.S. Light Energy holds a Summer Solstice celebration …

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Generac Power Systems has acquired North American energy storage contractor PowerPlay Battery Energy Storage Systems, a division of SunGrid Solutions. PowerPlay specializes in providing turnkey BESS solutions tailored for commercial and industrial projects up to 7 MWh. “This acquisition supports our commitment to offer a more complete ecosystem of products and solutions to domestic commercial …

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A review by the SUN DAY Campaign of data newly released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) confirms that solar has continued its decade-long streak as the nation’s fastest-growing source of electricity. In its latest monthly “Electric Power Monthly” report (with data through April 30, 2024), EIA says the combination of utility-scale and small-scale …

Renewables surpass 30% of U.S. electrical generation for the first time Read More »

Community solar provider Ampion Renewable Energy is partnering with The Wendy’s Company to help Wendy’s restaurants source renewable energy. Nearly 100 company-operated restaurants and nearly 40 franchise restaurants in New York, Illinois and Massachusetts are now enrolled in Ampion+, a service that helps organizations reduce energy costs and secure renewable energy certificates (RECs) that substantiate …

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