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Month: September 2024

China urges U.S. to reverse new tariffs on solar, batteries, EVs

From pv magazine Global China’s Ministry of Commerce has urged the United States to reverse its decision to expand tariffs on Chinese goods. The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative confirmed plans late last week to raise tariffs to 25% on Chinese batteries and steel, 50% on semiconductors, and 100% on electric vehicle imports from China. …

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Sandhills Energy bringing 2 municipal solar projects to Iowa

Sandhills Energy is set to begin construction on two solar projects – each exceeding 4 MW – in Indianola and Waverly, Iowa. These projects are being developed simultaneously as part of an ongoing collaboration between Sandhills Energy and the Municipal Energy Agency of Nebraska (MEAN) to enhance renewable energy generation and promote energy independence across …

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Hoymiles releases updated hybrid string inverter for U.S. market

Hoymiles presented its latest product and technology innovations, led by its HMS microinverter and HAS hybrid inverter, at RE+ 2024 in Anaheim, California. The HMS series of microinverters ranges from 1,600 to 2,000 VA. Its 4-in-1 design integrates four input channels in one single unit, so fewer microinverters are need for the same capacity. The …

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Firebrick thermal storage for industry could receive $75 million in federal funds

Two projects that would store heat in firebricks for industrial use may receive federal funding, in part because the projects are deemed highly replicable. September 17, 2024 The U.S. Department of Energy is negotiating with alcoholic beverage producer Diageo North America an award of up to $75 million to install firebrick heat storage systems at …

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Union workers in solar industry increased 3% from 2022 to 2023

U.S. solar jobs grew 6% for a total of nearly 280,000 solar workers as of 2023, as part of the accelerating transition to clean, renewable energy that is sparking job opportunities across all 50 states. The 14th annual National Solar Jobs Census by the Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC), an independent nonprofit organization, found the …

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Array Technologies pushes hail stow capabilities for solar trackers

Array Technologies, a global utility-scale solar tracking provider, has integrated 77° stow capabilities for its tracker systems, offering new protection from both hail and wind conditions. As the solar industry and insurance partners increasingly require risk management strategies due to the rising frequency of multi-million-dollar hail damage, the need for reliable and effective hail mitigation …

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Madison Energy completes 1.8-MW rooftop solar array for Virginia high school

Madison Energy Infrastructure (MEI) and Stafford County Public Schools held a ribbon-cutting ceremony yesterday to unveil Virginia’s largest school solar array, located on North Stafford High School’s rooftop. The ceremony included remarks from the Chief Economist for the Investing in America Cabinet at the White House, Dr. Heather Boushey, Virginia State Senators Tara Durant and …

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A-Frames, weather stations, batteries, and more – highlights from RE+ 2024, Day 1

RE+ 2024 in Anaheim kicked off with 45,000 registered attendees exploring more than 1,350 booths, showcasing an expanding solar industry, with batteries now stepping into the spotlight. September 16, 2024 RE+ 2024 drew over 45,000 solar professionals to Anaheim, Calif. With more than 1,350 exhibitors showcasing their innovations, the event saw significant growth compared to …

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