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DOE approves $504 million loan for world’s largest green hydrogen hub |
The Department of Energy’s Loan Programs Office closed on a $504.4 million loan guarantee to …
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Billy Ludt |
June 10, 2022 |
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Michigan plant now powers water filtration services with solar |
The Lake Michigan Filtration Plant (LMFP) in Grand Rapids, Michigan is now partially powered by …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
June 9, 2022 |
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First three solar + storage microgrids in the works for Puerto Rico resilience initiative |
The Puerto Rico Community Energy Resilience Initiative (CERI) is celebrating the construction kickoff of three …
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News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
June 9, 2022 |
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New legislation would formalize Rhode Island’s 100% renewable energy transition |
New legislation passed by the Rhode Island state Senate would create a plan to realize …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
June 9, 2022 |
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Four Maryland nonprofits receive funding to build low-income solar |
The Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) announced $1.5 million in awards to build new solar on …
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Markets, News, Non-profit |
Kelsey Misbrener |
June 9, 2022 |
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The Holistic Guide to Solar PPAs |
By Ali McBride, Aurora Solar The first question almost any solar customer asks is, “How …
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The Solar Explorer |
Aurora Solar |
June 9, 2022 |
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Community Solar 101 — The Basics |
By Brian Church, Aurora Solar We’re running out of ways to say how quickly the …
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The Solar Explorer |
Aurora Solar |
June 9, 2022 |
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GameChange Solar’s single-axis tracker successfully tests 500 ft spans |
GameChange Solar’s Genius Tracker system can now support up to 500 ft tables. The single-axis …
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Components, Markets, News, Racking and Mounting, Tracking Systems, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
June 8, 2022 |
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New Jersey grants will help 46 communities make clean energy plans |
The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) today approved Community Energy Plan Grants (CEPG) …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
June 8, 2022 |
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How to design the best layout for utility-scale solar farms |
EPC contractors constantly seek the best balance between clients’ requirements and construction costs. The key …
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Sponsored Content |
Sponsored Content |
June 8, 2022 |
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New SMA inverters now compatible with APsmart rapid shutdown equipment |
APsystems has announced that the new SMA inverters are compatible with its Sunspec standard-compliant Photovoltaic …
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Components, News, Rapid Shutdown |
Kelsey Misbrener |
June 8, 2022 |
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Ipsun Solar develops white-label PV management app |
A division of Ipsun Solar has created a new application called Sunvoy to improve communications …
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Asset management, Components, Markets, News, Residential, Services, Software |
Billy Ludt |
June 7, 2022 |
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Illinois rule changes will simplify solar + storage interconnection |
On Wednesday, May 25, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) made several changes to the state’s …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
June 7, 2022 |
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Mortenson constructs 108-MW solar project for Texas utility |
Texas energy company Vistra‘s Emerald Grove Solar Facility in Crane County, Texas, is online and …
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Components, Markets, News, Projects, PV Modules, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
June 7, 2022 |
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SMA inverter and Sollega racking set now UL-certified as rapid shutdown system |
SMA America and Sollega have joined forces to certify the Sollega FastRack 510 with SMA …
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Components, Inverters, News, Racking and Mounting |
Kelsey Misbrener |
June 7, 2022 |
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Solar One, AC Power team up to offer internships for high school, college students |
Solar One, a nonprofit committed to being NYC’s green energy education center and AC Power, …
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Markets, News, Non-profit, Services, Training |
Kelsey Misbrener |
June 7, 2022 |
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First SimpliPHI-branded ESS released by Briggs & Stratton |
Briggs & Stratton Energy Solutions has launched its first SimpliPhi-branded energy storage system after acquiring …
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Batteries and Storage, Markets, News, Residential, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
June 7, 2022 |
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AlsoEnergy launches distribution channel |
AlsoEnergy, a Stem company and an edge-to-cloud clean energy optimization platform provider, has launched a …
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News |
Kelly Pickerel |
June 7, 2022 |
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Standard Solar completes 7.1-MW New York community solar project |
Standard Solar and SolarPark Energy, a New York-based community solar developer, completed the construction of …
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Community, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
June 7, 2022 |
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The United States is installing less solar today than at peak of coronavirus pandemic
President Biden’s two-year pause on tariffs should turn things around |
The U.S. solar industry had its lowest quarter of installations since the start of the …
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Commercial, Community, News, Residential, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
June 7, 2022 |
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Reuters Events launches North America Energy Transition Summit |
Over 350 energy, business and industrial leaders from the North America’s largest organizations will come …
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Event Coverage |
SPW |
June 7, 2022 |
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Secure Futures’ apprenticeship program is creating solar jobs in Virginia coal country |
Ten high school students have begun apprenticeships as solar installers through a program to establish …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
June 6, 2022 |
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Mountain View Solar donates solar portfolio to offset 100% of nonprofit’s energy use |
Mountain View Solar (mtvSolar) recently installed a free rooftop array for the Kids Clubs of …
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Markets, News, Non-profit, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
June 6, 2022 |
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UPDATE: Biden to pause DOC tariffs for two years while investigation continues |
Reuters first reported that President Joe Biden will postpone for two years any potential tariffs from …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
June 6, 2022 |
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International Code Council releases 2021 solar energy provisions |
The International Code Council collaborated with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to publish the …
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News |
Kelsey Misbrener |
June 6, 2022 |
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New Mexico electric co-op adds enough solar PV to generate 100% of daytime energy from the sun |
Kit Carson Electric Cooperative (KCEC) and Guzman Energy celebrated the completion of the 15-MW Taos …
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News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
June 6, 2022 |
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June solar policy snapshots
A guide to recent legislation and research throughout the country. |
Hundreds of environmental groups request investigation of electric utility industry Washington, D.C. More than 230 …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
June 6, 2022 |
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Canadian Solar agrees to not sell shingled solar modules in United States for seven years |
Canadian Solar panels using shingled technology will not be sold in the U.S. market for …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
June 6, 2022 |
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New York procures 22 new large solar projects, some co-located with storage |
Gov. Kathy Hochul on June 2 announced awards for 22 large-scale solar and energy storage …
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Markets, News, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
June 2, 2022 |
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Mechatron Solar 90-panel dual-axis tracker receives UL safety approval |
Mechatron Solar has gained certification for ANSI/UL 3703 solar tracker safety standard for its 90-panel …
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Commercial, Components, Markets, News, Racking and Mounting, Tracking Systems |
Billy Ludt |
June 2, 2022 |
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Nexamp cuts ribbon on 2.8-MW community solar project in Illinois |
Local officials and residents joined ComEd and Nexamp representatives for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the …
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News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
June 2, 2022 |
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Intersolar North America now accepting applications for 2023 Solar Games |
Intersolar North America (ISNA) and Energy Storage North America (ESNA) are now accepting applications for …
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Event Coverage, News |
Kelsey Misbrener |
June 2, 2022 |
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Renu Energy Solutions boosts South Carolina farm’s sustainability with solar installs |
Renu Energy Solutions, a locally-owned and operated solar installer working in the Carolinas, constructed a …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
June 2, 2022 |
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New legislation could give New York Power Authority, utilities an advantage in solar development |
The Alliance for Clean Energy NY (ACE NY) opposes a bill passed June 1 by …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
June 2, 2022 |
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The time-saving watertight solution you’ve been waiting for
Chem Link’s E-Curb® system provides a permanent, watertight seal around any penetration shape or size. |
E-Curbs consist of tough, molded forms that bond to the roof around virtually any penetration. This product works by creating a …
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Sponsored Content |
Sponsored Content |
June 1, 2022 |
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Construction begins on 20-MW North Carolina solar portfolio |
Renewable Properties and United Renewable Energy (URE) have commenced construction on three North Carolina solar …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
June 1, 2022 |
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42-MW solar + storage project to be built at Hawaii Navy base |
Ameresco and Bright Canyon Energy are moving forward with the Kupono Solar Project, a combined …
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Markets, News, Projects, Storage, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
June 1, 2022 |
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DOE creates working group to solve clean energy interconnection backlog |
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has launched the Interconnection Innovation e-Xchange — a new …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
June 1, 2022 |
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Overcoming construction challenges in the Northeast for solar success |
By Randy Smith, Director of Construction Management, Terrasmart Striking the right balance between risks and …
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Featured, Ground, Racking and Mounting, Tracking Systems |
SPW |
June 1, 2022 |
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Why Tier 1 PV Module Manufacturer Matters |
Boviet Solar has been named Tier 1 PV Module manufacturer by BloombergNEF since 2017. By …
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Sponsored Content |
Sponsored Content |
June 1, 2022 |
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CALSSA plans protests for first CPUC meeting after reopening NEM 3.0 record |
Hundreds of solar workers, consumers, clean energy advocates, community leaders, conservationists and climate activists will …
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Markets, News, Policy, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 31, 2022 |
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Maryland legislation would incentivize low-income community solar, increase net-metering cap |
Together with the community solar industry, environmental and low-income advocates today cheered the finalization of …
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Community, Markets, News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 31, 2022 |
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Idemitsu Renewables completes 73-MW California solar project |
The Luciana solar project, a 73-MW solar project in Tulare County, California, has achieved commercial …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 31, 2022 |
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Only solar and wind projects were added to U.S. grid in March 2022 |
Renewable energy sources provided 97.4% of new domestic electrical generating capacity and 24.4% of actual …
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Commercial, News, Residential, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 31, 2022 |
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How solar developers can maximize returns in times of market uncertainty |
By Erik Lensch, CEO, Leyline Renewable Capital The solar industry has been used to a …
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Featured |
SPW |
May 31, 2022 |
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100-MW Sunflower Solar Station completed in Mississippi |
Construction is complete on a 100-MW solar project in Ruleville, Mississippi, that will provide power …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 27, 2022 |
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REC Silicon’s Moses Lake plant officially plans to reopen at end of 2023 |
REC Silicon announced in its first quarter results call that plans are in motion to …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 27, 2022 |
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Hawaii university offsets 39% of energy with new solar + storage installation |
Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions and Brigham Young University-Hawaii announced completion of a campus-wide renewable energy …
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Markets, News, Non-profit, Projects, Storage |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 26, 2022 |
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Maxeon solar panels will be available to non-SunPower residential installers in 2023 |
Maxeon Solar has established a residential distribution partnership in the United States with CED Greentech. …
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Markets, News, PV Modules, Residential |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 26, 2022 |
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West Virginia utilities now accepting SREC purchases for 50-MW solar portfolio |
Mon Power and Potomac Edison, subsidiaries of FirstEnergy, are accepting customer commitments to purchase solar …
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Markets, News, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 26, 2022 |
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Qcells will build new 1.4-GW solar module plant near existing factory in Georgia |
Qcells has announced that its new 1.4-GW module assembly facility in the United States will …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 26, 2022 |
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NREL launches Net Zero Labs program with four locations |
Emissions from the Flatirons Campus of the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) will become an …
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Batteries and Storage, Components, Markets, News, Non-profit, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 26, 2022 |
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4 ways to grow your solar business with better customer service |
By Gregg Hicks, VP, Modernize Home Services Solar installers are facing massive supply chain constraints …
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Featured, Marketing, Markets, Residential, Services |
SPW |
May 26, 2022 |
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Honeywell releases new virtual power plant control system |
Honeywell has introduced its Experion Energy Control System’s new virtual power plant (VPP) functionality that …
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News |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 25, 2022 |
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Borrego to spin off its development business and focus just on EPC and O&M work in solar and storage |
Solar and storage project developer, EPC and O&M provider Borrego announced it will sell its …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Storage, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 25, 2022 |
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Green Lantern Solar installs 500-kW project for Vermont community |
A newly commissioned 500-kW solar project from Green Lantern Solar will bring thousands in clean …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 25, 2022 |
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SolarEdge opens 2-GWh battery cell manufacturing facility in Korea |
SolarEdge and its subsidiary Kokam Limited Company, a provider of lithium-ion batteries and integrated energy …
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Batteries and Storage, Components, Markets, News, Residential, Storage |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 25, 2022 |
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Eguana energy storage systems now fully produced in San Jose, California |
Eguana Technologies today announced that full turnkey production and supply chain management is now underway …
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Batteries and Storage, Components, Markets, News, Storage |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 25, 2022 |
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San Antonio municipal utility signs PPA for new 300-MW solar project |
CPS Energy, the largest municipally owned electric and natural gas utility in the United States, …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 25, 2022 |
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60 new communities join SolSmart to simplify solar adoption |
The U.S. Dept. of Energy (DOE) announced two awardees to manage the expansion of SolSmart …
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Markets, News, Permitting, Policy, Residential, Services |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 25, 2022 |
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ACORE wins DOE prize for program supporting diverse renewable energy companies |
The Dept. of Energy (DOE) has selected the American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) as …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 25, 2022 |
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Siemens AG signs agreement to procure Gamesa Electric central inverters |
Siemens AG has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Gamesa Electric to use Gamesa Proteus …
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Central Inverters, Components, Inverters, Markets, News, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 25, 2022 |
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Global solar industry sees 95% increase in average downtime days due to pandemic, supply chain |
GCube Insurance Ltd has released its latest market insights report, “Supply Another Day: Gauging the …
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Insurance, News, Projects, Services |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 25, 2022 |
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Part 2: Will energy storage live up to the hype?
Trends beyond five years |
By Jennifer G. Gallegos, director of programs and communications, Yotta Energy In my previous article, I …
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Batteries and Storage, Featured |
SPW |
May 25, 2022 |
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Solar Spotlight: A panel manufacturer enters the storage market |
In this special edition of Contractor’s Corner, longtime photovoltaic panel manufacturer Jinko Solar discusses why …
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Batteries and Storage, Commercial, Components, Contractor’s Corner, Featured, Markets, Podcasts, PV Modules, Residential, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
May 25, 2022 |
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Duke Energy builds 1st utility-scale project in Florida county |
Duke Energy Florida completed its first utility-scale solar project in Bay County, Florida. The 74.9-MW …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
May 24, 2022 |
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Pivot Energy developing 41-MW ‘income-qualified’ community solar portfolio |
Multi-state utility Xcel Energy contracted Pivot Energy to develop a 41-MW community solar portfolio that …
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Community, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
May 24, 2022 |
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May 2022 Issue: Building Solar Projects That Last |
The Solar Power World May 2022 Digital Edition is sponsored by CPS North America | …
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Digital Issues |
SPW |
May 24, 2022 |
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Nextracker supplying Silicon Ranch with 1.5 GW of single-axis trackers |
Silicon Ranch executed a supply agreement with manufacturer Nextracker to deliver 1.5 GW of its …
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Components, Markets, News, Racking and Mounting, Tracking Systems, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
May 24, 2022 |
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Texas solar project spurs local workforce development |
Turning a utility-scale solar developer’s vision into a reality requires many hands. On some projects, …
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Featured, Markets, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
May 24, 2022 |
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Vermont gravel now pit home to 1.65-MW solar project |
Encore Renewable Energy built a 1.65-MWAC/2.3-MWDC solar array at a former gravel pit in Hardwick, …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
May 23, 2022 |
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Illinois hog farm commissions 3-MW solar project |
One of the nation’s largest pork producers is offsetting its energy costs with a 3.06-MW …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
May 23, 2022 |
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Climate First Bank launches solar financing platform to Florida residents with no dealer fees |
Climate First Bank has launched its digital solar lending platform. Accessible at https://apply.climatefirstbank.com/solar-loan, the experience …
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Markets, News, Residential |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 23, 2022 |
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Enphase IQ8 microinverter system now UL 1741-certified |
Enphase Energy announced that the Enphase IQ8 microinverter system is now certified to UL 1741, …
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Components, Inverters, Markets, Microinverters, News, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 23, 2022 |
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Contractor’s Corner: Solar apprenticeships are key to meeting renewable energy goals
IREC is working to build solar apprenticeships in the U.S. |
Apprenticeships are one of the best ways to train and retain talent in a given …
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Contractor’s Corner, Featured, Podcasts |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 23, 2022 |
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Hoymiles releases rapid shutdown solution for wide range of input currents |
Hoymiles Power Electronics has announced that its latest module-level Rapid Shutdown (RSD) solution for roof-mounted …
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Components, News, Rapid Shutdown |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 23, 2022 |
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ForeFront Power installs solar arrays on eight of Anheuser-Busch’s craft breweries |
ForeFront Power announced it has partnered with Anheuser-Busch to develop solar energy systems at eight …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 20, 2022 |
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Electriq Power and SEDC Solar partner on no-cost solar + storage systems in D.C. |
Through the SEDC Solar program, qualifying homeowners and businesses in the Washington, D.C., area can get …
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Batteries and Storage, Commercial, Markets, News, Non-profit, Residential, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 20, 2022 |
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Nextracker commissions solar tracker manufacturing line in Arizona |
Nextracker and Atkore, a global electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions provider, announced a new manufacturing …
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Components, Markets, News, Racking and Mounting, Tracking Systems, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
May 20, 2022 |
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Indigenized Energy Initiative to install 1.25 MW of solar power for Northern Cheyenne Tribe |
The Indigenized Energy Initiative (IEI), the Native-led non-profit that aims to empower Native American communities …
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Markets, News, Non-profit, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 19, 2022 |
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Generac offering low-cost, long-term lease program for new batteries paired with solar in Connecticut |
Generac Grid Services, a subsidiary of Generac Power Systems and PosiGen, a residential solar, energy …
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Batteries and Storage, Components, News |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 19, 2022 |
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SunCommon maxes out rooftop solar array size on Vermont school |
SunCommon, an iSun company, announced that the Winooski Schools have completed the maximum net-metering solar …
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Markets, News, Non-profit, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 19, 2022 |
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Part 1: Will energy storage live up to the hype?
Factors shaping the energy storage industry |
By Jennifer G. Gallegos, director of programs and communications, Yotta Energy Throughout the last few …
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Batteries and Storage, Featured |
SPW |
May 19, 2022 |
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NREL sets new solar cell efficiency record with ‘quantum well’ design reaching 39.5% |
Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) created a solar …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 18, 2022 |
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Hundreds of environmental, consumer groups request investigation of electric utility industry
The 230+ petitioners are asking the Federal Trade Commission to look into utility abuses such as blocking independent solar energy. |
More than 230 consumer, environmental and public interest groups urged the Federal Trade Commission to investigate …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 18, 2022 |
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Sungrow brings new inverters, liquid-cooled energy storage systems to CLEANPOWER 2022 |
Sungrow displayed its latest PV inverters and liquid cooled energy storage system (ESS) solutions to …
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Batteries and Storage, Commercial, Components, Inverters, Markets, News, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 18, 2022 |
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EV charging network will be powered by 75-MW solar project |
Electrify America, a network of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, has entered into a 15-year …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
May 18, 2022 |
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Consumers Energy signs PPA for 300 MW of new Michigan solar power |
Consumers Energy announced agreements to add 300 MW of clean energy — enough to power …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 18, 2022 |
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Solar Spotlight: Waterproofing solar projects on tile rooftops |
In this special edition of Contractor’s Corner, mounting manufacturer K2 Systems dispels the myth of …
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Components, Contractor’s Corner, Featured, Flat Roof, Markets, Podcasts, Racking and Mounting, Residential, Sloped Roof |
Billy Ludt |
May 18, 2022 |
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New Belgium adds 446-kW solar array to NC brewery roof |
New Belgium Brewing today announced the completion of a large solar installation project at its …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 18, 2022 |
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Environmental Permitting Exposed: The Broken System Choking Land Development |
We know that you need to manage environmental risk to be a successful land developer. …
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Whitepapers |
SPW |
May 17, 2022 |
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Tampa Electric launches neighborhood solar microgrid pilot program
The project uses Emera Technologies’ BlockEnergy microgrid platform. |
Emera Technologies announced that utility Tampa Electric Company (TECO) has successfully purchased, installed and received …
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Markets, News, Projects, Storage |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 17, 2022 |
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Palmetto to add rooftop solar to 207-home South Carolina development |
Palmetto announced that it will provide solar panels for Quinn Residences’ first renewable energy build-to-rent …
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Markets, News, Projects, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 17, 2022 |
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SOLV Energy constructing 1st phase of 1.3-GW solar project |
SOLV Energy has been contracted to provide EPC services for Doral Renewables’ Mammoth North project, …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
May 17, 2022 |
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Power from DC community solar project donated to local nonprofit |
A community solar project built at a FedEx facility in Washington, D.C. will now cover …
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Community, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
May 17, 2022 |
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Scout Clean Energy to buy 378 MW of modules straight from First Solar |
Renewable energy developer Scout Clean Energy has agreed to purchase 378 MW of First Solar …
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Markets, News, PV Modules, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 17, 2022 |
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19 bipartisan governors ask Commerce to speed solar panel investigation |
On May 16, a bipartisan group of 19 governors sent a letter to President Joe …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 17, 2022 |
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Li-Cycle opens lithium battery recycling plant in Arizona |
The new lithium-ion battery recycling plant from Li-Cycle has officially opened in Gilbert, Arizona. While …
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Batteries and Storage, Markets, News, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 17, 2022 |
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2022 solar module scorecard finds product quality is improving, especially in thermal cycling |
The eighth edition of the PV Module Reliability Scorecard from PVEL was released today. The …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 17, 2022 |
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Pine Gate places order for 2.4 GWh of nickel-hydrogen energy storage |
After announcing a 4.5-GWh deal for zinc-alkaline energy storage systems from Urban Electric Power, Pine …
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Batteries and Storage, News, Storage, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 17, 2022 |
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Pine Gate signs for 4.5 GWh of zinc-alkaline batteries for utility-scale projects through 2027 |
Utility-scale solar developer Pine Gate Renewables has signed an MOU for 4,500 MWh of rechargeable …
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Batteries and Storage, Markets, News, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 16, 2022 |
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Arizona Public Service Co. is seeking proposals for solar + storage projects |
State utility Arizona Public Service Co. (APS) plans to add more than 1 GW of …
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Markets, News, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
May 16, 2022 |
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REV Renewables chooses BayWa r.e. to monitor 202-MW solar portfolio |
Global renewable energy company and service provider BayWa r.e. announced it has entered into 10-year …
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News, O&M, Services |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 16, 2022 |
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Should you install bifacial solar panels on tracking systems? |
Solar trackers promise greater energy yield than their fixed-tilt counterparts because they keep modules constantly …
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Commercial, Components, Featured, Markets, PV Modules, Racking and Mounting, Tracking Systems, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
May 16, 2022 |
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Stellar Solar partners with California car dealership on rooftop array and EV customer assistance |
Stellar Solar has been selected by Capistrano Volkswagen/Mazda in San Juan Capistrano to install a …
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Commercial, Markets, News |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 13, 2022 |
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Sol Systems cuts ribbon on second solar project for Illinois water utility |
On May 12, Sol Systems and utility company Illinois American Water cut the ribbon on …
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News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 13, 2022 |
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Commerce chooses 8 solar manufacturers for deeper examination in AD/CVD circumvention investigation |
The Dept. of Commerce has released the names of the mandatory respondents in the AD/CVD …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 13, 2022 |
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Sunrun installs 136-kW solar project on California apartment complex |
Sunrun completed a solar project that will serve 70 rental homes in San Jose, California. …
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Markets, News, Projects, Residential |
Billy Ludt |
May 13, 2022 |
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Texas property developer embarks on 15-MW multifamily solar portfolio |
Granite Redevelopment Properties has enlisted The Solar Company to complete a 15-MW multifamily solar portfolio. …
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Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 13, 2022 |
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Is California multifamily housing ready for the new economics of solar? |
By Austin Young, marketing director, Ivy Energy California utility regulators have a decision to make …
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Commercial, Featured, Markets |
SPW |
May 13, 2022 |
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Arkansas regional bank powers locations with 4.8-MW solar array |
Scenic Hill Solar managed the construction of a 4.8-MW solar project in Stuttgart, Arkansas, to …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
May 12, 2022 |
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Oregon bakery blends pastry and PV with dual-axis solar project |
Ashland, Oregon-based Stracker Solar was chosen to design and build a state-of-the-art solar installation for …
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Commercial, Components, Markets, News, Projects, Racking and Mounting, Tracking Systems |
Billy Ludt |
May 12, 2022 |
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Mango Power launches residential and portable energy storage systems |
Mango Power officially launched its residential energy storage systems at Intersolar Munich 2022 this week. …
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Batteries and Storage, Markets, News, Residential, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 12, 2022 |
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Schneider Electric smart panel now available in California |
Schneider Electric announced its Square D Energy Center smart panel is now available for purchase …
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Components, Markets, News, Residential, Smart Circuits |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 12, 2022 |
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Tigo’s Energy Intelligence system approved for financing by GoodLeap |
Tigo Energy announced that its Energy Intelligence (EI) residential solar solution has been added to …
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Components, Markets, News, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 12, 2022 |
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Community solar developer BlueWave acquired by investment firm
BlueWave says the acquisition will allow it to expand its model from development to project ownership and management. |
BlueWave, a Boston-based solar and energy storage developer and certified B Corp, and Axium Infrastructure, …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Storage |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 12, 2022 |
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SunPower to establish residential solar sales channel in IKEA stores |
SunPower announced it will offer residential solar and storage purchasing options through home furnishing store …
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Markets, News, Residential, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 12, 2022 |
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Data center provider enters contract for 130-MW Kern County solar project |
Digital Realty, a provider of cloud- and carrier-neutral data center, colocation and interconnection solutions, announced …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 12, 2022 |
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Transforming solar sites from liabilities to assets
Regenerative land management makes environmental and economic sense |
There’s a proverb that says the best time to plant a tree was a decade …
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Featured, O&M, Services, Site Assessment |
Billy Ludt |
May 12, 2022 |
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Qcells to expand U.S. module manufacturing capacity with new 1.4-GW factory |
The largest crystalline silicon module manufacturer in the United States is going to get even …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 12, 2022 |
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Motive Energy installing 1-MW solar + storage system atop California chemical distributor |
Motive Energy will install a 1.02-MW solar project paired with an energy storage system rated …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects, Storage |
Billy Ludt |
May 11, 2022 |
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New 68-MW solar project will power 30 electric co-ops in Georgia |
Green Power EMC, the renewable energy supplier for 38 Georgia Electric Membership Corporations (EMCs), and …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 11, 2022 |
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2 solar projects totaling 198 MW commence operations in Illinois |
D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments‘ (DESRI) Prairie State Solar and Dressor Plains Solar projects have …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
May 11, 2022 |
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Schneider Electric acquires AI-powered energy management company AutoGrid |
AutoGrid announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to be acquired by Schneider Electric. …
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News |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 11, 2022 |
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Scale Microgrid Solutions develops solar microgrid to power electric trucking fleet |
Quality Custom Distribution (QCD), a division of Golden State Foods, has partnered with Scale Microgrid …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 11, 2022 |
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6 craft breweries pairing solar power with suds |
As the number of craft breweries in the U.S. continues to grow, with more than …
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Commercial, Featured, Markets |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 11, 2022 |
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HSGS-Ameresco to build 1.5-MW solar project for U.S. Army base in Utah |
HSGS-Ameresco, a joint venture certified as a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) by the …
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Markets, News, Non-profit, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 10, 2022 |
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Minnesota fuel refinery will be powered by 45-MW solar project |
DEPCOM Power was contracted to build a 45-MW solar installation for Flint Hills Resources to …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
May 10, 2022 |
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UL releases new utility-scale energy storage design software |
UL announced the release of HOMER Front, a licensable web-based software platform for designing and …
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Batteries and Storage, Components, Markets, News, Software, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 10, 2022 |
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Renewables produced 20% of US electricity in April |
For the first time, the United States generated 20% of its electricity from solar power …
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Markets, News, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
May 10, 2022 |
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Firetrace International brings fire prevention technology to PV solar |
Firetrace International, a fire suppression technology provider operating in 35 countries and across five continents, …
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News, Safety, Services |
Billy Ludt |
May 10, 2022 |
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CPUC reopens NEM 3.0 proceeding, seeks public input |
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) announced on May 9 it is “reopening the record” …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 10, 2022 |
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Solar Technology to Watch in 2022 and Beyond |
By Ali McBride, Aurora Solar The theme for this year’s Earth Month is “Invest in …
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The Solar Explorer |
Aurora Solar |
May 9, 2022 |
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How to Provide a Great Solar Customer Experience and Get More Referrals |
By Ali McBride, Aurora Solar Stop us if you’ve heard this before: The market for …
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The Solar Explorer |
Aurora Solar |
May 9, 2022 |
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Texas solar project pushes petroleum operator toward renewables |
Kansas City, Missouri-based architectural firm Burns & McDonnell was hired as the engineering, procurement and …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
May 9, 2022 |
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Enel X installs solar microgrid as part of state resiliency initiative |
Enel X announced it installed a new microgid for one of the Northeast’s largest independent …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 9, 2022 |
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Missouri bill would cut down on HOA solar restrictions |
The Missouri legislature passed a bill that would cut down on HOA solar restrictions, exempt …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 9, 2022 |
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Gamesa Electric to unveil new central inverter at Intersolar Europe |
Gamesa Electric will showcase its renewed family of high-power inverters for solar and energy storage …
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Batteries and Storage, Components, Markets, News, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 9, 2022 |
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How utilities can leverage long-duration energy storage to accelerate the clean energy transition |
By Hugh McDermott, SVP of business development and sales, ESS Inc. In November of last …
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Batteries and Storage, Featured, Markets, Storage, Utility |
SPW |
May 9, 2022 |
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S-5! develops conduit clamp for wire management on metal rooftop solar projects |
Metal roof attachments manufacturer S-5! has unveiled its new electrical conduit clamp for metal roofs. …
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Cables and Wires, Commercial, Components, Markets, News, Projects, Residential |
Billy Ludt |
May 6, 2022 |
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Ameresco installs solar carport and rooftop project at Arizona high school |
Clean technology integrator Ameresco completed a 911.25-kWDC/736-kWAC solar project at Brophy College Preparatory in Phoenix …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
May 6, 2022 |
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Amazon signs PPA on 450-MW California solar + storage portfolio |
Global retail giant Amazon has signed two power purchase agreements (PPA) with Virginia utility AES …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
May 6, 2022 |
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How to accelerate sale-to-install time and squash solar soft costs |
By Pete Cleveland, VP of solar, EagleView In competitive residential solar markets, a solar sales …
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Featured, Software |
SPW |
May 6, 2022 |
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DOE offering $8 million for projects to advance agrivoltaics |
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Solar Energy Technologies Office (SETO) announced the Foundational Agrivoltaic …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 5, 2022 |
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Solaria company founder launches solar panel recycling company Solarcycle |
Solarcycle, a new recycling company, officially launched today. The company based in Northern California was …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 5, 2022 |
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Illinois envelope manufacturer installing rooftop solar project on plant |
The final engineering, permitting and interconnection work has begun on the Continental Envelope’s Geneva, Illinois …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
May 5, 2022 |
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Indiana utility receives approval for 335 MW of new solar energy |
CenterPoint Energy announced its Indiana-based electric utility business, CenterPoint Energy Indiana South, received approval from the Indiana …
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News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 5, 2022 |
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Solar Spotlight: Picking the right PPE for PV |
In this special edition of Contractor’s Corner, Scott Francis, technical sales manager for Westex: A …
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Contractor’s Corner, Featured, Podcasts |
Billy Ludt |
May 5, 2022 |
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Florida creates new solar installer apprenticeship program |
Solar installer jobs are expected to increase more than 50% by 2030, one of the …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 4, 2022 |
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PowerFlex announces new solar + storage asset management platform |
PowerFlex, an EDF Renewables Company, announced the unveiling of its PowerFlex X product platform, which …
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Asset management, Commercial, Components, Markets, News, Non-profit, Services, Software, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 4, 2022 |
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ForeFront Power installs 1.4-MW solar + storage system for California school district |
ForeFront Power has partnered with Newark Unified School District in California to install a 1.4-MW …
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Markets, News, Non-profit, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 4, 2022 |
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Salient Energy finds demonstration partner for its residential zinc-ion batteries |
Zinc-ion battery company Salient Energy has formalized a partnership with Horton World Solutions (HWS), a …
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Batteries and Storage, Components, Markets, News, Residential, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 4, 2022 |
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Silfab plans to start solar cell manufacturing in the United States, but Commerce investigation has halted progress |
The second-largest crystalline silicon solar panel manufacturer in the United States has stated in documents …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 4, 2022 |
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How O&M teams can and should influence solar’s design stage |
By Chris Larkin, senior asset manager, DSD Renewables Great solar asset management starts in the …
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Asset management, Commercial, Featured, Markets, O&M, Utility |
SPW |
May 4, 2022 |
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Sunnova adds fixed utility discount to solar project payment plan |
Sunnova Energy International will be launching an energy plan that will offer new customers a …
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News |
Billy Ludt |
May 4, 2022 |
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SEIA launches nonprofit arm to accelerate US solar adoption |
The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) is launching a nonprofit to accelerate the transition to …
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News |
Billy Ludt |
May 4, 2022 |
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Growatt releases new portable power station with solar input |
Growatt has expanded into the portable power station market. Catering to the growing demand for …
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Batteries and Storage |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 3, 2022 |
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98-MW Louisiana solar project will supply regional electric co-ops |
The Louisiana Public Service Commission (LPSC) has approved a power purchase agreement for the 132 …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
May 3, 2022 |
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Construction begins on largest floating solar project in the US |
NJR Clean Energy Ventures (CEV) has started construction on an 8.9-MW floating solar installation in …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
May 3, 2022 |
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Solar panel cleaning devices cut grime and save cash |
Solar panels can produce power for well over 25 years, but they need a good …
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Commercial, Featured, Markets, O&M, Services, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 3, 2022 |
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EnergySage releases seventh annual Solar Installer Survey |
EnergySage and NABCEP have released the results of their seventh annual Solar Installer Survey, and …
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News |
Kelly Pickerel |
May 2, 2022 |
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Summit Ridge Energy completes 2.5-MW community solar project in Maryland |
Summit Ridge Energy (SRE) and Cedar Ridge Community Church held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on April …
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Community, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 2, 2022 |
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Repowering experts can quickly get damaged inverters back online |
By Ananda Hartzell, VP of business development, DEPCOM Power Power conversion systems, including inverters, are …
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Central Inverters, Components, Featured, Inverters, O&M, Services, Utility |
SPW |
May 2, 2022 |
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May solar policy snapshots
A guide to recent legislation and research throughout the country. |
Gov. Inslee signs bill to fund $100 million of community solar in Washington Olympia, Washington …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
May 2, 2022 |
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GoodWe became the preferred inverter brand for the “most powerful solar power output from a sports stadium” project, which entered the Guinness Book of Records |
By GoodWe The solar power plant installed on the roof of the Ali Sami Yen …
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Sponsored Content |
Sponsored Content |
May 1, 2022 |
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Heilind Electronics adds Staubli MC4 connectors to solar product offering |
Staubli distributor Heilind Electronics has added the manufacturer’s MC4 connectors to its solar product offering. …
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Cables and Wires, News |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 29, 2022 |
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SunCommon cuts ribbon on largest solar canopy in Vermont |
Lawson’s Finest Liquids announced that construction of the largest solar canopy in the state of …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 28, 2022 |
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UGE developing 1-MW community solar project on capped Maine landfill |
Community solar developer UGE has teamed up with the Center for an Ecology-Based Economy and …
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Community, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 28, 2022 |
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Construction underway on Idaho’s largest solar project |
Construction has started on the 120-MW Jackpot Solar project in Twin Falls County, Idaho. This …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
April 28, 2022 |
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Seneca Nation of Indians starts new solar installation branch |
Seneca Solar, the energy solutions division of Seneca Holdings, announced a new partnership with Alternative …
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News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 28, 2022 |
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Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater is now solar-powered |
Frank Lloyd Wright’s architectural masterpiece Fallingwater is now powered by solar energy. The Western Pennsylvania …
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News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 28, 2022 |
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California bill would boost low-income community solar + storage projects |
Update 5/25/22: California’s State Assembly passed AB 2316. The bill now moves to the Senate …
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Community, Markets, News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 28, 2022 |
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Convergent Energy adds 8 MWh of energy storage to Choptank co-op in Maryland |
Energy storage provider Convergent Energy + Power has added three more solar + storage systems …
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Batteries and Storage, Markets, News, Projects, Storage, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 28, 2022 |
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8.4-MW solar portfolio in Atlantic City could lead to more solar on Caesars properties nationally |
DSD Renewables has broken ground on an 8.4-MW solar portfolio spanning three Caesars Entertainment properties …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 28, 2022 |
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Navigating mineral owner rights when developing large-scale solar |
By David Dehoney, partner, Michelman & Robinson, LLP Historically, the potential for lease disputes in …
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Commercial, Community, Featured, Utility |
SPW |
April 28, 2022 |
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Gov. DeSantis vetoes Florida bill that jeopardized solar net-metering |
On April 27, Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed House Bill 741, which would have undercut Florida’s …
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Markets, News, Policy, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 28, 2022 |
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Enzinc to use CEC award funding to build out zinc battery manufacturing line |
Zinc battery developer Enzinc has been selected for a $1.8 million California Energy Commission (CEC) BRIDGE …
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Batteries and Storage, News, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 28, 2022 |
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Sensata Technologies to buy Dynapower for $580 million |
Energy storage system provider Dynapower has been acquired by Sensata Technologies for $580 million. Sensata and …
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Batteries and Storage, Components, Markets, News, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 27, 2022 |
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Renewables covered 96% of new electrical capacity in opening months of 2022 |
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), solar, wind, …
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News |
Billy Ludt |
April 27, 2022 |
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China’s share of world’s polysilicon production grows from 30% to 80% in just one decade |
German-based polysilicon producer Wacker Chemie has fallen to fourth place in the list of the …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 27, 2022 |
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Latest SEIA analysis predicts 24 GW of lost solar in next two years due to AD/CVD investigation |
Solar installation forecasts for 2022 and 2023 are being cut by 46% due to the …
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Commercial, Community, Markets, News, PV Modules, Residential, Storage, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 27, 2022 |
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Jinko TOPCon solar cell reaches 25.7% efficiency |
JinkoSolar announced it has reached a solar conversion efficiency of 25.7% for its large 182-mm …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 27, 2022 |
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Fengate Asset Management announces new solar + storage development partnership |
Fengate Asset Management announced it has closed on a new development partnership with 42 Renewables …
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News |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 26, 2022 |
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DOE close to loaning $500 million for world’s largest green hydrogen plant |
The U.S. Department of Energy’s Loan Programs Office issued a conditional commitment to provide $504.4 …
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News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
April 26, 2022 |
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Massachusetts landfill turns into community solar project |
Syncarpha Capital developed a 3.6-MWDC/2.8-MWAC ballasted solar + storage project installed atop the 50-acre Rocco …
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Community, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
April 26, 2022 |
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Standard Solar, Acadia Energy to build solar project on site of former biomass plant |
Standard Solar is partnering with Acadia Energy to develop a 7.5-MW solar farm in an …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 26, 2022 |
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30-year residential solar loans now available through Sunlight Financial |
Sunlight Financial announced a new suite of 30-year loan products for residential solar. Available at …
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Financing, Markets, News, Residential, Services |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 26, 2022 |
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Yotta Energy receives DOD funding for solar microgrid at Nellis Air Force Base |
Panel-level battery company Yotta Energy announced it has raised an additional $3.5 million, including an …
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Batteries and Storage, Commercial, Markets, News, Projects, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 26, 2022 |
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New solar project in the Catskill Mountains to power oral health care manufacturer |
GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) Consumer Healthcare and Ameresco announced the completion of a comprehensive solar panel project …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 26, 2022 |
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EagleView skips site visit with new residential solar design software |
Aerial imagery software company EagleView has launched its new TrueDesign solar design solution, which uses …
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News, Residential, Software |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 26, 2022 |
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Solar Spotlight: Renu Robotics is tackling utility-scale solar landscaping problems |
In this special edition of Contractor’s Corner, autonomous vegetation maintenance provider Renu Robotics discusses the growing …
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Contractor’s Corner, Featured, O&M, Podcasts, Services |
Billy Ludt |
April 26, 2022 |
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Greenskies adds 472-kW rooftop solar array to Pennsylvania college |
Greenskies Clean Focus recently energized 472 kW of rooftop solar at Lafayette College in Easton, …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 26, 2022 |
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Leeward Renewable Energy signs 1-GW module supply agreement with First Solar |
Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) signed a multi-year supply agreement through First Solar to provide 1 …
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Components, Markets, News, PV Modules, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
April 25, 2022 |
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SMA America opens new headquarters in Rocklin, California |
Local and global representatives from SMA Solar Technology alongside regional stakeholders held a ribbon cutting …
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Components, Inverters, News, String Inverters |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 25, 2022 |
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Contractor’s Corner: Knobelsdorff Enterprises
Minnesota utility-scale EPC introduces solar careers to local students |
Knobelsdorff Enterprises pronounces the “K” in the family name, but that’s not the most interesting …
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Contractor’s Corner, Featured, Podcasts |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 25, 2022 |
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Invaleon Solar donates solar equipment, establishes scholarship fund for Massachusetts college |
Montserrat College of Art in Beverly, Massachusetts, will begin a greening of the campus with …
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Commercial, News, Non-profit, Projects |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 25, 2022 |
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Powerhome Solar changes name to Pink Energy |
North Carolina-based Powerhome Solar officially changes its name to Pink Energy today. The residential solar …
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News |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 22, 2022 |
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Credit union covering former department store with solar |
Truliant Federal Credit Union will move forward to meet its sustainability goals with the installation …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
April 21, 2022 |
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Tiger Solar offsets 100% of car service center’s electric needs with solar power |
Business owners like Andrew Wiley at Consumers Auto Warehouse (CAW) are identifying options to reduce …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 21, 2022 |
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FERC unveils proposed changes to regional transmission planning |
FERC took steps today to improve regional transmission planning and cost allocation of certain types …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 21, 2022 |
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DOE to develop digital platform to connect low-income households with community solar projects |
On April 20, the White House announced a new partnership between the U.S. Department of …
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Community, Markets, News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 21, 2022 |
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Unbound Horizon trainees gain solar work experience on two Lightsource bp projects |
EPC contractor Orbital Solar Services worked with the first round of trainees from its Unbound …
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Markets, News, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 21, 2022 |
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TerraSol completes 1-MW rooftop array for Phoenix Contact campus |
TerraSol Energies recently completed a 961-kW SunPower solar power system at Phoenix Contact located in …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 21, 2022 |
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Pharmaceutical company signs PPA for 60 MW of Texas solar power |
EDP Renewables SA, through its fully owned subsidiary EDP Renewables North America, and Bristol Myers …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 21, 2022 |
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Nextracker opens single-axis tracker manufacturing plant in Texas |
Solar racking manufacturer Nextracker launched a new facility with JM Steel to produce tracker components …
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News |
Billy Ludt |
April 20, 2022 |
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California grid set record of 97% renewable power on April 3 |
In another sign of progress toward a carbon-free power grid, the California Independent System Operator …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 20, 2022 |
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Amazon on path to reach 100% renewable energy by 2025
Company announces additional 3.5 GW of global renewable projects. |
Amazon today announced 37 new renewable energy projects around the world, marking significant progress on …
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News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 20, 2022 |
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U.S. solar industry prepares for solar panel supply issues |
It is difficult to separate the hyperbole from the truth as the U.S. solar industry …
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Commercial, Community, Featured, PV Modules, Residential, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 20, 2022 |
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Blue Planet Energy solar + storage microgrid helps remote Alaskan community limit diesel fuel usage |
Blue Planet Energy has successfully deployed a hybrid solar + storage microgrid to support the …
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Batteries and Storage, Commercial, News, Non-profit, Projects, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 20, 2022 |
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Guest column: Patriotism demands clean energy incentives |
By Gabe Phillips, CEO, Catalyst Power The Russian invasion of Ukraine has made the clean …
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Commentary, Featured, Policy |
SPW |
April 20, 2022 |
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38,000 solar jobs could be lost due to AD/CVD circumvention investigation, says ACP |
Clean energy advocacy group American Clean Power Association (ACP) has finished a market impact survey …
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Commercial, Community, Markets, News, Residential, Storage, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 20, 2022 |
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Supply chain problems push many solar project deadlines to 2025 or later |
Prices for renewable power continued to climb in the first quarter as a supply and …
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News, Policy, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 19, 2022 |
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Infiniti Energy bringing 2 MW of solar online for Kaplan Companies |
Infiniti Energy is developing and constructing five solar projects at sites owned by Kaplan Companies, …
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Commercial, Community, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 19, 2022 |
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ADT Solar now exclusively offering Enphase IQ8 microinverters |
ADT Solar, formerly Sunpro Solar, announced it is now exclusively offering Enphase IQ8 Microinverters as …
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Batteries and Storage, Components, Inverters, Markets, Microinverters, News, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 19, 2022 |
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US Solar builds arrays for Wells Fargo community solar program |
Wells Fargo has commissioned five solar projects totaling 8 MW in Colorado to create a …
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Community, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
April 19, 2022 |
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9 U.S. cities have more installed solar than entire country did 10 years ago |
The top nine U.S. cities for solar power combined have more solar installed than the …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 19, 2022 |
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SunStyle solar shingle product now officially available to U.S. market |
Swiss BIPV company SunStyle is expanding into the United States. The company’s distinctive solar roofing …
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BIPV, Markets, News, PV Modules, Residential |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 19, 2022 |
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Reuters Events Global Energy Transition forum to bring together industry leaders |
Over 500 energy, business and industrial leaders from the world’s largest organizations will come together …
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Event Coverage |
SPW |
April 19, 2022 |
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Burns & McDonnell builds 65-MW solar project and substation in southern Texas |
Burns & McDonnell completed construction of a 65-MWDC/50-MWAC solar project at electric retailer Vistra‘s Brightside …
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Components, Markets, News, Projects, PV Modules, Racking and Mounting, Tracking Systems, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
April 18, 2022 |
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Urban Electric Power installs 1,000-kWh alkaline battery backup system for San Diego Supercomputer Center |
Urban Electric Power has installed its rechargeable alkaline battery technology at the San Diego Supercomputer …
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Batteries and Storage, Markets, News, Projects, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 18, 2022 |
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Customization is king in large-scale solar wire management |
Managing the wires that carry solar power from modules to inverters may be a small …
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Cables and Wires, Commercial, Components, Featured, Inverters, Markets, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 18, 2022 |
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New England nonprofit loan agency now offering low-income solar financing |
Capital Good Fund is teaming up with New England-based solar installers including Cotuit Solar and …
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Financing, Markets, News, Residential, Services |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 15, 2022 |
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Duke Energy Florida creates utility-owned community solar program |
As part of its commitment to provide clean, reliable and affordable energy, Duke Energy is …
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Community, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 15, 2022 |
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New York sets roadmap for 10 GW of solar by 2030 |
New York Governor Kathy Hochul and the state’s Public Service Commission have approved new framework …
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Community, Markets, News, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 15, 2022 |
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Catalyze and ACE Solar partner on solar + storage project on repurposed dairy farm in Massachusetts |
Clean energy developer and owner Catalyze and contractor ACE Solar has begun work on a …
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Community, News, Projects, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 14, 2022 |
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Build a Smart Foundation for Wire Management Using Rail or Rail-less Solar PV on Your Metal Roof |
By S-5! Are you new to installing solar PV modules on a metal roof? We’ve …
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Sponsored Content |
Sponsored Content |
April 14, 2022 |
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The Solar Company will install 15 MW of PV across Dallas multi-family homes |
Dallas-based contractor The Solar Company is installing solar panels across 16 apartment communities in Dallas …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects, Residential |
Billy Ludt |
April 14, 2022 |
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D.C. university to install community solar project with microgrid backup |
A solar + storage microgrid is being installed at Gallaudet University, an institution of higher …
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Batteries and Storage, Community, Components, Markets, News, Projects, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 14, 2022 |
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Key considerations for incorporating solar at affordable housing developments |
By Linden Speranza, construction program manager and technical service coordinator for Labella Associates Renewable energy …
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Featured, Markets, Residential |
SPW |
April 14, 2022 |
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Meta signs 156-MW PPA on EDP Renewables Texas solar project |
Facebook parent company Meta has signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) for 156 MW of …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
April 13, 2022 |
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Nonprofits kick off Solar Education Week with virtual events, college campus gatherings |
Clean energy, environmental justice and solar equity nonprofit organizations and advocates are sparking a national …
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News |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 13, 2022 |
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Maryland sets goal of net-zero economy-wide emissions by 2045 |
Maryland’s legislature has passed an ambitious new climate bill called the Climate Solutions Now Act, …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 13, 2022 |
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Nevada Gold Mines will extract 200 MW of solar energy to power operations |
Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is investing in a 200-MW solar project designed to accelerate its …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 13, 2022 |
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ReVision Energy adds 1-MW rooftop solar array to New Hampshire warehouse |
Harnessing the power of solar energy, Associated Grocers of New England (AGNE) is setting the …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 12, 2022 |
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OMCO Solar increases domestic single-axis tracker manufacturing |
Photovoltaic racking provider OMCO Solar has invested $5 million to expand the manufacturing output of …
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Commercial, Components, Markets, News, Racking and Mounting, Tracking Systems, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
April 12, 2022 |
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Virginia governor signs solar property tax exemption into law |
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin signed a bill into law today that creates a property tax …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 12, 2022 |
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QC Solar to incorporate Tigo rapid shutdown technology in Smart Junction Box |
Tigo Energy announced a commercial technology licensing agreement with QC Solar, a manufacturer of solar …
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Components, News, Rapid Shutdown |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 12, 2022 |
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Castillo Engineering assists on 38.25-MW community solar portfolio |
Castillo Engineering announced that the company provided electrical design and engineering for ClearPath Energy’s 38.25-MW …
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Community, Markets, News |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 12, 2022 |
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Duke Energy completes largest solar project in North Carolina county |
Regional utility Duke Energy completed a 22.6-MW solar power plant in Surry County, North Carolina. …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
April 12, 2022 |
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Silicon Ranch signs 4-GW module supply agreement with First Solar |
First Solar continues signing exclusive thin-film module supply agreements with U.S. solar developers in the …
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Markets, News, PV Modules, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 12, 2022 |
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Five things to look for in a community solar software platform |
By Armando Gaetaniello, VP of business development, Neighborhood Sun Community solar has been growing throughout …
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Community, Components, Featured, Markets, Software |
SPW |
April 11, 2022 |
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New Jersey furniture retailer invests in more than 1 MW of rooftop solar |
Raymour & Flanigan, the largest furniture and mattress retailer in the Northeast and seventh largest nationwide, …
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Commercial, Markets, News |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 11, 2022 |
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Origis Energy purchases 750 MW of solar panels direct from First Solar |
Solar developer Origis Energy has placed an order for 750 MW of First Solar thin-film …
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Markets, News, PV Modules, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 11, 2022 |
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Massachusetts bill would increase solar project net-metering cap from 10 to 25 kW |
On April 7, Massachusetts senators introduced an amended bill (SB 2819) that would help bring …
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Markets, News, Policy, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 8, 2022 |
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Georgia roofer Northpoint Roofing Systems launches solar branch |
Woodstock, Georgia-based Northpoint Roofing Systems has helped guide over 18,000 homeowners to a protected roof …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 8, 2022 |
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Energy Toolbase now integrates financing on solar + storage modeling platform |
Energy Toolbase is announcing the launch of a new financial integrations feature on the ETB …
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Components, Markets, News, Software, Storage |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 7, 2022 |
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New Florida milestone highlights the value of apprenticeships for the solar industry |
By Richard Lawrence, program director, Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) Registered apprenticeship programs (RAPs) are …
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Commentary, Featured, Training |
SPW |
April 7, 2022 |
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Fronius releases new online PV system design tool |
Inverter manufacturer Fronius announced its Solar.creator online PV system design tool is now available. From …
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Components, News, Software |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 7, 2022 |
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Solaris adds 152 kW of solar to Tucson senior apartment complex |
Villa Catalina Apartment Homes recently partnered with financial firm Solaris Energy and installer Solar Gain …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 6, 2022 |
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Nautilus completes 25-MW community solar portfolio in New York |
Nautilus Solar Energy has completed a 24.9-MW community solar portfolio in New York. The four …
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Community, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 6, 2022 |
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842-kW rooftop solar project powers on in DC neighborhood |
Solar contractor Real Property & Energy Solutions completed an 842.4-kW solar project covering 54,000 sq …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
April 6, 2022 |
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New model homes pair solar power with all-electric Ford F-150 |
National homebuilder PulteGroup has built a “living laboratory” to explore how homeowners will live in …
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Batteries and Storage, Components, Electric Vehicle (EV), Markets, News, Projects, Residential |
Billy Ludt |
April 6, 2022 |
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Former Pittsburgh coal community being assessed for renewable energy projects |
Several city organizations are assessing environmentally compromised plots of public land as potential renewable energy …
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Markets, News, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
April 5, 2022 |
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Green Mountain Power announces new LMI community solar subscription software pilot |
LO3 Energy, developer of Pando software that enables suppliers and clean energy operators to engage …
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Community, Markets, News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 5, 2022 |
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It took less than one week for solar panel deliveries to the United States to be canceled or delayed
This after the Commerce Dept. decided to investigate alleged tariff circumvention |
SEIA has released some early findings of its survey to solar companies after the Commerce …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 5, 2022 |
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Solar developers are ready to meet U.S. clean energy goals. The grid isn’t. |
The Biden Administration has big plans for decarbonizing the U.S. electric grid. Developers stand ready …
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Featured, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 5, 2022 |
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Construction contractor Kokosing to acquire Ohio’s Third Sun Solar |
Heavy construction contractor Kokosing has agreed to acquire Ohio-based distributed generation solar installer Third Sun …
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Commercial, News, Residential, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 4, 2022 |
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Boviet Solar renames solar module lines |
Boviet Solar recently announced a new branding for the Vietnamese solar panel company and now …
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Commercial, Markets, News, PV Modules, Residential, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 4, 2022 |
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D.C. attorney general files complaint against utility for overcharging community solar customers |
The D.C. Office of the People’s Counsel (OPC) and the Office of the Attorney General …
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Community, Markets, News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 4, 2022 |
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NextEra Energy 8-MW solar project powers Wisconsin state capital |
Wisconsin utility Madison Gas and Electric‘s (MGE) latest solar array, the 8-MW Hermsdorf Solar Fields, …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
April 4, 2022 |
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Gov. Jay Inslee signs bill to fund $100 million of community solar in Washington |
Led by Representative Sharon Shewmake, lawmakers in Olympia have approved new funding for Washington’s expired …
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Community, Markets, News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 4, 2022 |
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Array Technologies supplying trackers for 1-GW Nevada solar project |
Array Technologies has entered an agreement to supply nearly 1 GW of DuraTrack HZ v3 …
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Components, Markets, News, Projects, Racking and Mounting, Tracking Systems, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
April 4, 2022 |
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April solar policy snapshots
A guide to recent legislation and research throughout the country. |
North Carolina net-metering compromise now up for debate Raleigh, North Carolina An agreement among solar …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
April 4, 2022 |
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The solar PV system troubleshooting checklist |
By Sean Silvey, product application specialist, Fluke Corp. As the demand for solar systems explodes …
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Asset management, Featured, O&M, Safety, Services, Testing |
SPW |
April 4, 2022 |
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What is TOPCon solar panel technology? |
While PERC (passivated emitter rear contact) technology has become ubiquitous in solar panel manufacturing, a …
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Featured, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 1, 2022 |
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Commerce wants to know how much Chinese aluminum and glass are used in imported solar panels
AD/CVD circumvention investigation questionnaires sent out |
The Dept. of Commerce has sent out questionnaires to solar panel companies working in four …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
April 1, 2022 |
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Unique attributes of energy storage require new interconnection strategies, toolkit says |
Energy storage has a unique and pivotal role to play in the transition to a …
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Batteries and Storage, Components, Markets, News, Storage |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 31, 2022 |
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Solar Landscape completes 20 MW of community solar pilot projects in New Jersey |
Solar Landscape has energized its eighth and final community solar project in New Jersey’s Community …
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Community, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
March 31, 2022 |
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Comcast to purchase 250 MW of solar energy from Illinois project |
Comcast announced an agreement to purchase 250 MW of solar electricity from Constellation that will …
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Commercial, Markets, News |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 31, 2022 |
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SunPower solar + storage customers can now take advantage of OhmConnect’s incentive program |
Residential energy management company OhmConnect has announced a new collaboration with SunPower to create grid-connected …
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Markets, News, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 31, 2022 |
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Tiger Solar installs nearly 100 kW of solar on Virginia car dealership’s rooftop |
McDonough Toyota, a car dealership and service center in Staunton, Virginia, recently added solar to …
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Commercial, Markets, News |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 31, 2022 |
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SunPower makes minority investments in two residential solar installers |
SunPower is investing in two of its top residential installation dealers through the “SunPower Dealer …
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Markets, News, Residential, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 31, 2022 |
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Strategic policy fixes can bring more savings to community solar subscribers |
By Kacie Peters, director of industry relationships, Pivot Energy Businesses and individuals alike love to …
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Commercial, Featured, Markets, Projects |
SPW |
March 31, 2022 |
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Americans used more electricity generated from renewables than from nuclear and coal in 2021 |
Domestic production and consumption of renewable energy reached an all-time high in 2021, according to …
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News |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 31, 2022 |
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First AiON energy storage system from LS-ES to be deployed in New Jersey |
The first deployment of the AiON Energy Storage System from LS Energy Solutions will be …
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Batteries and Storage, Markets, News, Projects, Storage, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 31, 2022 |
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Borrego to develop solar + storage projects co-sited at hydropower facilities in New England |
Borrego announced it will develop solar and storage projects to site at hydropower facilities in …
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News |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 30, 2022 |
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Ohio manufacturer opens new facility to support First Solar expansion |
An Ohio-based heavy metals contract manufacturer is opening a new facility in the state after …
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Components, News, PV Modules |
Billy Ludt |
March 30, 2022 |
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Infiniti Equity Fund awards inaugural grant to environmental justice program at Bergen Community College |
The Infiniti Equity Fund (IEF), which was recently launched by solar developer Infiniti Energy, has …
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News |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 30, 2022 |
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Solar manufacturers urge Congress to pass tax incentives to boost U.S. industry |
Over 100 manufacturers representing all areas across the solar supply chain — steel producers, solar …
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Commercial, Community, Components, Inverters, Markets, Monitoring, News, Policy, Power Optimizers, PV Modules, Racking and Mounting, Rapid Shutdown, Residential, Software, Storage, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 30, 2022 |
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Maryland Energy Administration backs 16 solar projects in state parks |
The Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) awarded a total of $960,578 for the 2022 Public Facility …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
March 30, 2022 |
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Trina Solar reaches 25.5% efficiency with TOPCon cell |
Trina Solar has reached 25.5% efficiency with its 210-mm i-TOPCon solar cell. The result was certified …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 30, 2022 |
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LONGi reaches 25.47% efficiency with latest HJT solar cells |
Chinese solar panel manufacturer LONGi announced it has reached 25.47% efficiency with its gallium-doped p-type …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 29, 2022 |
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640 MWh of energy storage now online in SCE territory |
Southern Power has completed the energy storage additions to two solar projects in California. “These …
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Batteries and Storage, Markets, News, Projects, Storage, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 29, 2022 |
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Connecticut colleges benefit from Greenskies solar arrays |
Greenskies Clean Focus completed the second of nine offsite solar systems planned for the Connecticut …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
March 29, 2022 |
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Altus Power partners with commercial real estate developer to deploy solar + storage on new builds |
Commercial real estate developer Trammell Crow Company (TCC) and Altus Power have announced a strategic …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 29, 2022 |
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DESRI brings almost 200 MW of solar online in Michigan |
D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments (DESRI) in partnership with Ranger Power, a Chicago-based utility-scale solar …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 29, 2022 |
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Maxeon still has sights set on U.S. solar manufacturing hub |
Maxeon Solar Technologies, the solar panel manufacturing spinoff of installation company SunPower, has a complex …
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Featured, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 29, 2022 |
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Reuters Events releases agenda for Global Energy Transition 2022 |
Today, Reuters Events today released further details on its flagship energy meeting for 2022, which …
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Event Coverage |
SPW |
March 29, 2022 |
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MCE developing its first California solar + storage project |
California not-for-profit energy provider MCE signed its first contract for a local solar + storage …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
March 28, 2022 |
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Commerce will investigate alleged AD/CVD circumvention by Chinese solar panel companies in Southeast Asia |
The Department of Commerce today announced that it will investigate further the claim that Chinese …
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Commercial, Community, Markets, News, PV Modules, Residential, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 28, 2022 |
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Another 70-MW solar project will support Facebook company Meta |
The Tennessee Valley Authority, Meta (formerly Facebook), Jackson Energy Authority (JEA) and Silicon Ranch broke …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
March 28, 2022 |
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Green Mountain Power launches Enphase battery lease program for 100 customers |
Vermont-based utility Green Mountain Power (GMP) announced it will offer Enphase Energy Systems to its …
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Batteries and Storage, Components, Markets, News, Residential, Storage |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 28, 2022 |
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SunPower doubles SunVault Storage capacity to 26 kWh |
SunPower has increased the storage capacity of its SunVault Storage battery, now providing whole-home backup …
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Batteries and Storage, Markets, News, Residential, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 28, 2022 |
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Contractor’s Corner: Green Lantern Solar
Commercial developer embraces pioneering spirit with dual-use and brownfield projects. |
Green Lantern Solar’s new president Scott Buckley came to his current position at Vermont-based Green …
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Contractor’s Corner, Featured, Podcasts |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 28, 2022 |
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U.S. residential energy storage market has biggest installation quarter yet |
The U.S. energy storage market set a new record in the fourth quarter of 2021, …
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Batteries and Storage, Components, Markets, News, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 24, 2022 |
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New York takes first steps in preparing the electric grid for more renewables |
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), New York State Electric and …
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News |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 23, 2022 |
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Hanwha becomes largest shareholder in REC Silicon and will reopen Moses Lake factory in 2023
Company says SEMA Act is still needed to establish full U.S. solar panel supply chain |
Following its initial $160 million acquisition to acquire a 16.67% stake in REC Silicon in …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 23, 2022 |
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Guest column: Innovation, proliferation and the conundrum of walled gardens in solar |
By James Dillon, CMO, Tigo Energy The engineers and installers who design and deploy energy …
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Featured, Markets, Residential |
SPW |
March 23, 2022 |
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KORE Power launches energy storage installation division after NRI acquisition |
American lithium battery maker KORE Power is getting into the installation game after acquiring Northern …
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Batteries and Storage, Markets, News, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 23, 2022 |
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Idaho utility launches renewable energy program with 40-MW solar project |
State utility Idaho Power will facilitate the construction of a new 40-MW solar project in …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
March 22, 2022 |
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New York becomes first state to surpass 1 GW of community solar installed |
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New York has become the top community solar market in the …
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Community, Markets, News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 22, 2022 |
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New Illinois community solar project will provide free power to low-to-moderate-income families |
ComEd announced the launch of a community solar project in Kankakee County that offers qualified …
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Community, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 22, 2022 |
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Nexamp adds energy storage to two existing community solar projects in Massachusetts |
Nexamp has completed two energy storage projects, co-located with existing Nexamp community solar farms, in …
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Batteries and Storage, Community, Markets, News, Projects, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 22, 2022 |
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FedEx donation propels Solar For All Schools program into Pennsylvania and beyond |
Generation180 and FedEx have launched a new collaboration that will enable more U.S. schools to …
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News |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 22, 2022 |
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New Energy Equity completes 2-MW rooftop solar project on Long Island warehouse |
New Energy Equity announced the completion of a 2-MW system with EmPower Solar. With an …
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Community, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 22, 2022 |
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Nextracker develops solar tracker foundation for challenging terrain |
Nextracker is launching NX Horizon-XTR, a terrain-following, single-axis tracker designed to expand solar power deployment …
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Components, Markets, News, Racking and Mounting, Tracking Systems, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
March 22, 2022 |
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How solar developers can respect property ownership rights while providing benefits to host communities |
By Matt Chester, Wesley Smith and Nathan Coleman, ibV Energy As more landowners, utilities and …
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Commercial, Featured, Markets, Residential, Services, Site Assessment |
SPW |
March 22, 2022 |
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Production of solar panels for commercial market begins at SPI Energy facility in Sacramento |
New U.S. solar panel maker SPI Energy/SolarJuice announced that it has begun production on 450-W …
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Commercial, Markets, News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 22, 2022 |
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DOE awards $9 million for clean energy generation in 13 American tribal communities |
The U.S. Department of Energy announced nearly $9 million in funding to 13 American Indian …
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Markets, News, Non-profit, Residential, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 21, 2022 |
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Heliene to use UbiGro quantum dot technology in yet-to-be-released greenhouse solar panels |
North American solar panel maker Heliene announced it will embed UbiQD’s sunlight optimizing technology UbiGro …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 21, 2022 |
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Solar nonprofit groups exist to bolster solar deployment
Meet the organization behind the ‘Solar Jobs Census’ |
The installer’s role in the solar industry is handling the physical construction of solar arrays. …
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Featured, Markets, Non-profit |
Billy Ludt |
March 21, 2022 |
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CPP Genie to handle customer side of Sunwealth community solar project in New Jersey |
CPP Genie Community Solar, a joint venture of Community Power Partners and Genie Energy, announced it …
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Community, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 18, 2022 |
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Virginia recycling plant will soon be almost 100% powered by rooftop solar |
Troy, Virginia-based Van der Linde Recycling tapped Tiger Solar (formerly Altenergy) to design, build and …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 18, 2022 |
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DOE nails down 5-year plan to establish safe handling of end-of-life solar PV materials |
The U.S. Department of Energy released an action plan to enable the safe and responsible …
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News |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 18, 2022 |
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Sen. Markey introduces bill that would require transmission planning to accommodate clean energy |
Sen. Edward J. Markey (D-Mass), member of the Environment and Public Works Committee and co-chair …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 17, 2022 |
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Berkeley Lab finds subsidies for low-income solar customers succeeded in increasing adoption |
Many states have offered subsidies to promote rooftop solar adoption. Most of these subsidies have …
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Markets, News, Projects, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 17, 2022 |
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The Catholic University of America furthers sustainability efforts with 7.4-MW community solar project |
Standard Solar is partnering with The Catholic University of America to build the Washington metropolitan …
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Markets, News, Non-profit, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 17, 2022 |
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March 2022 Issue: Residential Solar Install Tips |
The Solar Power World March 2022 Digital Edition is sponsored by CPS North America | …
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Digital Issues |
SPW |
March 17, 2022 |
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Connecticut boilermaker reduces emissions further with solar carport |
Utility subsidiary ConEdison Solutions installed a 209-kW solar carport project at Preferred Utilities Manufacturing in …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
March 17, 2022 |
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Solar advocates to stage live “phone-in” during March 17 CPUC meeting |
Solar supporters will stage a live “phone-in” on the steps of the California Public Utilities …
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Markets, News, Policy, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 17, 2022 |
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EnergySage report finds solar prices increased for first time in at least 7 years |
EnergySage has released its fourteenth semiannual “Solar Marketplace Intel Report,” which covers dynamic pricing, equipment …
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Batteries and Storage, Components, Markets, News, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 17, 2022 |
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70-MW solar project will support Georgia electric co-ops |
Silicon Ranch contracted Infrastructure and Energy Alternatives to construct the 70-MW Cedar Springs Solar Ranch …
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Components, Markets, News, Projects, PV Modules, Racking and Mounting, Tracking Systems, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
March 16, 2022 |
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How solar installers can capitalize on the VPP gold rush |
Virtual power plants are all the rage right now on both U.S. coasts. A utility …
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Batteries and Storage, Featured, Markets, Residential, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 16, 2022 |
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California solar + storage project powering Bay Area Rapid Transit and Stanford now online |
Goldman Sachs Renewable Power (GSRP), an affiliate of Goldman Sachs Asset Management, announced that its …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 16, 2022 |
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Virginia regulators approve nearly 1,000 MW of new solar + storage projects |
The Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) approved on Tuesday a significant expansion of new solar …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 16, 2022 |
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Maxeon supplying bifacial modules for 315-MW Cypress Creek solar project portfolio |
Cypress Creek Renewables placed a multi-year order for approximately 315 MW of Maxeon Solar Technologies‘ …
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Components, Markets, News, Projects, PV Modules, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
March 15, 2022 |
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Solar-Related Keywords: Understanding What Solar Customers Want |
By Jon Franke, Blog Editor, Aurora Solar Solar energy is one of the fastest growing …
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The Solar Explorer |
Aurora Solar |
March 15, 2022 |
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Solar Power Production Guarantees | The Complete Guide |
By Jon Franke, Blog Editor, Aurora Solar Potential solar power customers are becoming more savvy …
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The Solar Explorer |
Aurora Solar |
March 15, 2022 |
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Mayfield Renewables expands technical services for solar + storage industry |
Mayfield Renewables has expanded upon its core design and engineering services with the launch of …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 15, 2022 |
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Report finds transmission grid upgrades would save $140 billion or more over next decade |
A new report released today finds that reconductoring and rebuilding existing transmission pathways using Advanced …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 15, 2022 |
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Green Lantern Solar completes 500-kW array for employee-owned manufacturer |
Renewable energy developer Green Lantern Solar completed a solar array for Chroma, a certified B …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
March 15, 2022 |
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11.5-MW solar project supports coalition of New York municipalities |
More than 28 municipalities and school districts across Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties in …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
March 15, 2022 |
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Canadian Solar releases 420-W big-wafer module in traditional 60-cell panel footprint |
Canadian Solar has started mass production of a new 54-cell solar module with M10/182-mm cells …
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Commercial, News, PV Modules, Residential |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 15, 2022 |
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Enphase acquires lead generation website SolarLeadFactory |
Enphase Energy announced the acquisition of SolarLeadFactory LLC. Founded in 2012, the company provides high-quality …
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Components, News, Software |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 15, 2022 |
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Hybrid, battery and PV inverters — what are their roles?
A look at the different inverters involved in residential solar + storage systems. |
When installers plan a residential solar project that may be paired with batteries now or …
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Batteries and Storage, Components, Featured, Inverters, Markets, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 14, 2022 |
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Solar companies submit strategy comments on Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act |
In late December 2021, President Joe Biden signed into law the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 14, 2022 |
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Kentucky utilities start first project in 4-MW shared solar portfolio |
Solar Alliance Energy announced it has commenced construction on a 500-kW shared solar project in …
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News |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 14, 2022 |
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Raptor Maps publishes 2022 global solar inspection report |
Raptor Maps published its fourth annual report on global PV system underperformance and found loss …
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News |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 14, 2022 |
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PG&E will test bidirectional power technology with Ford’s F-150 Lightning EV too |
After announcing a similar pilot program with GM earlier this week, California utility PG&E said …
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Electric Vehicle (EV), Markets, News, Residential, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 11, 2022 |
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Balance of systems manufacturer Shoals opens Tennessee factory |
Shoals Technologies, an electrical balance of systems (EBOS) solutions provider for solar, storage and electric …
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Charge controllers, Components, News |
Billy Ludt |
March 10, 2022 |
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Urban Electric Power launches Ohm Core, a new alkaline-based energy storage system |
Urban Electric Power and Alchemy Industrial announced a design and engineering partnership to launch Ohm …
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Batteries and Storage, Markets, News, Residential, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 10, 2022 |
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Duke Energy completes three battery projects in Florida |
Duke Energy has completed three battery projects in Florida totaling nearly 34 MW. The projects …
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Batteries and Storage, Markets, News, Projects, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 10, 2022 |
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Commerce gives itself more time to consider solar anticircumvention petition |
The Commerce Dept. has extended its review period by 15 days for an anticircumvention petition …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 10, 2022 |
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Renewables added 2,400 MW of new generating capacity each month in 2021 |
According to a review by the SUN DAY Campaign of data newly released by the …
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News |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 10, 2022 |
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Market report estimates 11-GW decrease in near-term solar installations |
In 2021, U.S. solar prices increased as much as 18% due to unprecedented supply chain …
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Commercial, Community, Markets, News, Residential, Storage, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
March 10, 2022 |
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300-MW PV array supports nation’s 1st solar-powered steel mill |
McCarthy Building Cos. recently completed construction and commissioning of the 300-MW Bighorn Solar project in …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
March 9, 2022 |
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Advocates ask New York PSC for more community solar funding |
Yesterday, Vote Solar, the New York Energy Democracy Alliance and the Alliance for a Green …
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Community, Markets, News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 9, 2022 |
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LG’s advice to U.S. installers as it exits solar panel manufacturing |
LG announced last month that it would stop manufacturing solar panels by the end of …
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Commercial, Markets, News, PV Modules, Residential |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 9, 2022 |
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New LFP battery maker plans to establish gigafactory in United States |
American Battery Factory (ABF), a new lithium-iron phosphate battery maker, has announced plans to develop …
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News |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 8, 2022 |
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Wood Mackenzie launches partnership with Puerto Rican solar foundation |
A team of three analysts from global energy consultancy Wood Mackenzie are in Puerto Rico …
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Markets, News, Projects, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 8, 2022 |
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PG&E wants to use GM electric vehicles as on-demand power sources for customer homes |
PG&E is piloting a program that uses General Motors electric vehicles as on-demand power sources …
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Batteries and Storage, Electric Vehicle (EV), Markets, News, Residential, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 8, 2022 |
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Five community solar projects coming to Maine |
Financing platform Luminia, formerly SD Renewables, has entered a joint development agreement with New Hampshire …
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Community, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 8, 2022 |
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NREL, UL working on first cybersecurity standard for distributed energy resources |
UL has released a report, co-authored with the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy …
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Components, Inverters, News, Policy, Safety, Services |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 7, 2022 |
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Nexamp’s new Developer Accelerator Program provides financing, other resources |
Nexamp has announced the launch of its Developer Accelerator Program, designed specifically for DG solar …
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Commercial, Community, Financing, Markets, News, Services |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 7, 2022 |
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Onward Energy to develop 400-MWh energy storage project for California CCAs |
California Community Power, a joint powers agency of 10 California Community Choice Aggregators (CCAs), has …
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Batteries and Storage, Markets, News, Projects, Storage, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 7, 2022 |
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DESRI developing current largest solar + storage project in Northern California |
North American renewable energy producer D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments (DESRI) and the Sacramento Municipal …
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Markets, News, Projects, Storage, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
March 7, 2022 |
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DEPCOM expands energy storage capabilities |
DEPCOM Power, a subsidiary of Koch Engineered Solutions, has expanded its energy storage capabilities. “As …
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News |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 7, 2022 |
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SEMA Coalition says legislation could lead to 30 GW of domestic solar module manufacturing capacity |
The Solar Energy Manufacturing for America (SEMA) Coalition, a group of U.S. solar manufacturers claiming …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 7, 2022 |
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Stone Coated Steel Roofs – The Hidden Gold Rush |
By Mike Wiener, Marketing Manager Solar installers consider roofing material when deciding which mounts to …
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Sponsored Content |
Sponsored Content |
March 7, 2022 |
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University of Pittsburgh clinches grant for 110-kW rooftop solar install |
The Met-Ed / Penelec Sustainable Energy Fund has awarded a $230,000 grant toward a rooftop …
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Markets, News, Non-profit, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 7, 2022 |
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Roofing companies take the lead in solar shingle race |
Solar shingles, solar tiles, solar roofs — whatever you call them — are trendy once …
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BIPV, Featured, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 7, 2022 |
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March solar policy snapshots
A guide to recent legislation and research throughout the country. |
Indiana bill allows counties to adopt “solar-ready” siting regulations Indianapolis, Indiana The Indiana General Assembly …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 7, 2022 |
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Mississippi school district celebrates new 223.7-kW solar project |
Lauderdale County School District (LCSD) made history this week by powering on the largest on-site …
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Markets, News, Non-profit, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 4, 2022 |
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Third Sun Solar donates 1.7-kW solar project to Ohio community park |
The Chauncey-Dover Community Park and Baileys Trail System trailhead is now featuring a new 1.7-kW …
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News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 4, 2022 |
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Onyx Construction installs rooftop solar on 350 more homes at Kansas military base |
Corvias announced Onyx Construction has installed approximately 350 additional solar systems as part of the …
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Markets, News, Non-profit, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 3, 2022 |
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What will you do when 3G goes dark? |
By 365 Pronto The solar 3G sunset is here. AT&T recently stopped supporting devices using …
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Sponsored Content |
Sponsored Content |
March 3, 2022 |
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Installer contracted for solar project that could power all of Las Vegas |
Primergy Solar selected equipment suppliers and construction partners for the upcoming 690-MWAC/966-MWDC Gemini Project, located …
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Components, Markets, News, Projects, PV Modules, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
March 3, 2022 |
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Solar developers New Energy Equity and IPS Solar acquired by ALLETE |
ALLETE announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of the membership interests …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 3, 2022 |
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Indiana bill allows counties to adopt “solar-ready” siting regulations |
Today, the Indiana General Assembly passed SB 411, which allows local communities to voluntarily adopt …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Policy, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 2, 2022 |
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Advocates say Virginia’s proposed minimum bill charge on community solar would “dramatically limit participation” |
As the Virginia State Corporation Commission crafts final rules for the Commonwealth’s new shared solar …
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Community, Markets, News, Policy, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 2, 2022 |
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Biden emphasizes Build Back Better’s clean energy incentives in SOTU |
In President Biden’s State of the Union address on March 1, 2022, he encouraged Congress …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 2, 2022 |
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Reinforcing rooftops makes some residential solar projects possible |
Solar projects are commonly considered retrofit when it comes to residential installs. States like California …
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Components, Featured, Markets, Racking and Mounting, Residential |
Billy Ludt |
March 2, 2022 |
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26 California congress members ask CPUC chair for solar-friendly net-metering decision |
A group of 26 California congress members — more than 60% of the state’s Democratic …
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Markets, News, Policy, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 1, 2022 |
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NREL-backed nonprofit team to advance solar for BIPOC houses of worship |
The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) announced this week that nonprofits …
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Markets, News, Non-profit, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 1, 2022 |
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Tigo Energy’s solar + storage products can now be financed through Dividend |
Tigo Energy announced that its Energy Intelligence (EI) residential solar solution has been added to …
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Batteries and Storage, Components, Inverters, Markets, News, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 1, 2022 |
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EnergyBin, Good Sun send second-hand solar hardware where it’s needed most |
A renewable energy marketplace and solar-focused charity have teamed up to take donated solar equipment …
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News |
Billy Ludt |
March 1, 2022 |
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SunPower signs on to new solar + storage partnership with premium homebuilder |
SunPower and Landsea Homes Corporation, a publicly traded residential homebuilder, announced a multi-year exclusive agreement …
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Markets, News, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 1, 2022 |
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Pivot Energy, Standard Solar partnership results in 8.9 MW of Colorado community solar |
Solar contractors Pivot Energy and Standard Solar have completed a 2-MW solar project in Jefferson …
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Community, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
March 1, 2022 |
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NABCEP 2022 CE Conference maintains in-person technical solar training |
The North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners is holding the 11th NABCEP Continuing Education …
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Featured, Services, Training |
Billy Ludt |
March 1, 2022 |
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Eguana adds quad-module microinverters to product lineup |
Eguana Technologies announced it has expanded its power controls platform to include solar PV microinverter …
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Components, Inverters, Markets, Microinverters, News, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
March 1, 2022 |
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Solaria improves solar panel warranty to 30 years |
Solar panel manufacturer Solaria has improved the warranty on its PowerXT 400 Series solar modules …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 1, 2022 |
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California school district set up with 3-MWh battery resiliency project |
California community choice aggregator MCE will provide $715,000 to Pittsburg Unified School District to pay …
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Batteries and Storage, Commercial, Markets, News, Projects, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
March 1, 2022 |
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New report outlines best practices for siting community solar projects |
SEIA is releasing a new report to aid policymakers in siting community solar projects. Well-designed …
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Community, Markets, News, Policy, Projects, Services, Site Assessment |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 28, 2022 |
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Honeywell to provide 20-MW energy storage system paired with New Mexico solar project |
Honeywell announced it will supply Hecate Energy with an Energy Storage System (ESS) for a …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 28, 2022 |
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ForeFront Power solar carport covers California airport’s electrical needs |
ForeFront Power built a 963-kW solar portfolio at Charles M. Schulz-Sonoma County Airport and Sonoma …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
February 28, 2022 |
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Growatt releases new commercial string inverter for high-powered and bifacial modules |
Growatt has announced the availability of its MAX 100-125KTL3-X LV inverter on global markets. “Designed …
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Commercial, Components, Inverters, Markets, News, String Inverters |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 28, 2022 |
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Contractor’s Corner: SunLight Solar
Orlando contractor hits stride while navigating supply chain, interconnection roadblocks |
SunLight Solar started in 2003 as a residential installer, but has now expanded to also …
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Contractor’s Corner, Featured, Podcasts |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 28, 2022 |
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Heliene president: It makes sense to make solar panels in the United States now |
By Martin Pochtaruk, president of Heliene U.S. solar installations are expected to decline this year …
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Commentary, Featured, PV Modules |
SPW |
February 28, 2022 |
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Solar was nation’s fastest growing source of electricity in 2021 |
According to the latest review of data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), electrical …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Residential, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 28, 2022 |
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FIMER, POMcube inverters now compatible with APsystems rapid shutdown device |
APsmart has announced that new FIMER and POMcube inverters are now listed under its Photovoltaic …
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Components, Markets, News, Rapid Shutdown, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 25, 2022 |
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Solar advocates push for passage of Massachusetts grid-planning bill |
Today, organizations representing hundreds of energy companies with thousands of clean energy workers called on …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 24, 2022 |
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Cross River Bank, Sunstone Credit partner on solar loans for small and medium-sized businesses |
Cross River Bank, an infrastructure provider that offers embedded financial solutions and Sunstone Credit, a …
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Commercial, Financing, Markets, News, Services |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 24, 2022 |
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Orbital Energy Group and partners break ground on 130-MW solar project in Alabama |
Orbital Energy Group announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Orbital Solar Services, and its Joint …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 24, 2022 |
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2.2-MW landfill solar project to help New Hampshire town reach 100% renewable goal early |
The Derry, New Hampshire Town Council has finalized the contracts for a new 2.2-MW solar …
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News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 24, 2022 |
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Green Clean Solar launches to prioritize recycling and waste diversion on solar construction sites |
A new company has launched to revolutionize how waste is handled on large-scale solar sites. Green …
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News |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 24, 2022 |
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Solar-powered barn from the 1800s runs Midwest family farm |
Homeowner Carrie Magill always knew she wanted to power her home with solar. She and …
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Components, Featured, Inverters, Markets, Microinverters, Projects, Racking and Mounting, Residential, Sloped Roof |
Billy Ludt |
February 24, 2022 |
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15.7-MW ‘Brighter Future Solar project’ completed in North Carolina |
The Brighter Future Solar project in Boone, North Carolina, has reached commercial operation. the 15.7-MW …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 24, 2022 |
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Wisconsin town offsets 50% of municipal energy use with rooftop solar |
The city of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, has taken a giant step forward in its commitment to …
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Markets, News, Non-profit, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 23, 2022 |
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Panasonic promotes 4 solar contractors to premium installer program |
Panasonic has promoted solar installers in New Jersey, Maryland and California to its Elite and …
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Components, News, PV Modules |
Billy Ludt |
February 23, 2022 |
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Infrastructure and Energy Alternatives selected to build 121 MW of Virginia solar projects |
Infrastructure and Energy Alternatives announced it has been awarded contracts to construct two solar projects …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 23, 2022 |
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HES Solar tops new California distribution facility with 240-kW solar + storage project |
San Diego-based developer and installer HES Solar installed a 240-kW solar project at a newly-built …
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Batteries and Storage, Commercial, Components, Markets, Monitoring, News, Projects, PV Modules |
Billy Ludt |
February 23, 2022 |
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California surpassed RPS goals in 2020 with 34.5% renewables |
Data from the California Energy Commission (CEC) shows 59% of the state’s electricity came from …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 23, 2022 |
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LG to exit solar panel manufacturing and close Alabama plant |
See our interview with LG and its advice for solar installers here. After a Feb. …
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Commercial, Markets, News, PV Modules, Residential |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 23, 2022 |
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PECO launches RFP for more Pennsylvania solar power |
PECO, Pennsylvania’s largest electric and natural gas utility, has embarked on the second phase of …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 22, 2022 |
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1-MW community solar project coming to Knoxville, Tennessee |
Solar Alliance Energy will install a 1-MW solar project in Knoxville, Tennessee, for the Knoxville …
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Community, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 22, 2022 |
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California and Florida solar markets have similar demands in different net-metering battles |
It’s a tale as old as grid-tied solar. Utilities see rooftop solar as a threat …
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Featured, Markets, Policy, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 22, 2022 |
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Applications now being accepted for 2022 Top Solar Contractors list |
Solar Power World’s Top Solar Contractors list enters its second decade as applications are now …
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Featured, Top Solar Contractors |
SPW |
February 22, 2022 |
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Now any solar homeowner can call Sunnova for repair services outside of warranty |
Residential solar provider Sunnova has launched Sunnova Repair Services, a program that will allow solar …
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Markets, News, Residential, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 22, 2022 |
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Modernize launches automated messaging platform Connect for contractors |
Modernize Home Services has launched a new automated messaging platform for contractors to more easily …
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News |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 18, 2022 |
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Project developer BlueWave Solar launches community-solar-focused Perch Energy |
Solar developer BlueWave Solar’s community solar business has launched as a new company today, Perch …
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Community, Markets, News |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 18, 2022 |
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NYSERDA seeks federal grant to train displaced fossil fuel workers for clean energy jobs |
Governor Kathy Hochul announced a $25 million statewide federal grant proposal supported by the New …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 17, 2022 |
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Schneider Electric acquires solar marketplace EnergySage |
Schneider Electric announced it has purchased a controlling stake in EnergySage to help accelerate a …
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Markets, News, Residential, Services |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 17, 2022 |
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Construction begins on solar project portfolio supporting Maryland county |
CleanCapital is funding a solar project portfolio that will supply electricity to facilities owned by …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
February 17, 2022 |
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Appalachian Power seeking up to 150 MW of West Virginia solar |
Appalachian Power issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for up to 150 MW of solar …
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News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 17, 2022 |
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EnTech Solutions adds 18-kW solar microgrid to Boys & Girls Club |
EnTech Solutions, a full-service clean energy solutions provider, recently unveiled the first clean-energy microgrid to …
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Markets, News, Non-profit, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 17, 2022 |
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Maxeon extends residential solar module supply agreement with SunPower |
Maxeon Solar Technologies struck a new supply agreement with SunPower for the residential solar markets …
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Components, Markets, News, PV Modules, Residential |
Billy Ludt |
February 16, 2022 |
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Interconnection reforms necessary to meet state, federal renewable energy goals |
The Coalition for Community Solar Access and Local Solar for All today issued a comprehensive …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 16, 2022 |
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Trade policy, supply chain pains postponed 11.4 GW of utility-scale renewables in 2021 |
The Clean Power Quarterly 2021 Q4 Market Report, released by the American Clean Power Association …
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Markets, News, Policy, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 16, 2022 |
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Soltage develops 5-project solar portfolio between South Carolina, Illinois |
Independent power producer Soltage has developed a 31-MW portfolio of five solar projects located in …
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Commercial, Community, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
February 16, 2022 |
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Canadian solar panels must be excluded from U.S. import tariffs, says international board |
An independent panel representing the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) has determined that the United States …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 16, 2022 |
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Sheetz invests in enough solar to power nearly 70% of Pennsylvania facilities |
Sheetz, a family owned and operated restaurant and convenience store chain, announced a long-term renewable …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 16, 2022 |
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Greenskies adds sprawling rooftop solar array to senior living community center |
Covenant Living of Cromwell has partnered with Greenskies Clean Focus and Titan Energy, a leading …
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News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 16, 2022 |
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LONGi releases 54-cell module reaching 415 W |
LONGi has released its latest module, the Hi-MO 5m 54c. With 54 cells, this solar …
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Commercial, Markets, News, PV Modules, Residential |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 16, 2022 |
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60 MWh of energy storage now operational in SCE territory |
Two storage systems Convergent Energy + Power financed and developed in Orange County, California, are …
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Batteries and Storage, Components, Markets, News, Projects, Storage, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 15, 2022 |
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New software helps installers locate and replace inverters affected by 3G shutdown |
In the next few weeks, mobile carriers are shutting down their 3G networks to make …
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Components, Inverters, News, O&M, Services |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 15, 2022 |
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Clean energy trade groups ask FERC to reform interconnection process |
The American Clean Power Association, Advanced Energy Economy and the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 15, 2022 |
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Mosaic financing now integrated in Aurora software platform |
Aurora Solar and Mosaic, a financing platform for U.S. residential solar and energy-efficient home improvements, …
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Financing, News, Services |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 15, 2022 |
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MCE approves 100-MW, union-built California solar + storage project |
California community choice aggregator MCE greenlit a 100-MW solar project that will be paired with …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
February 14, 2022 |
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1.2-MW solar project helps power Mauna Loa macadamia nut processing plant in Hawaii |
DSD Renewables has completed a 1.2-MW solar project with a 500-kW battery for Mauna Loa, …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 14, 2022 |
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CPUC accelerates California’s short-term RPS goals |
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) approved new plans to ensure long-term sufficient electricity resource …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 14, 2022 |
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EDP Renewables supports commercial projects in Philadelphia solar program |
EDP Renewables NA Distributed Generation is working with the Philadelphia Energy Authority (PEA) to expand …
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Commercial, Markets, News |
Billy Ludt |
February 14, 2022 |
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Enphase solar + storage systems can now participate in select VPP programs |
Enphase Energy announced that it is launching a partnership with renewable energy and grid solutions …
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News |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 14, 2022 |
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Solar Sales Masters: The “We need another quote” objection |
By Brian Church, Aurora Solar In residential solar sales, it doesn’t take long to learn …
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The Solar Explorer |
Aurora Solar |
February 11, 2022 |
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Think you can sell solar to anyone? Read this. |
By Jon Franke, Blog Editor, Aurora Solar No two customers are exactly the same. Whether …
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The Solar Explorer |
Aurora Solar |
February 11, 2022 |
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DOE pledges $2.91 billion to boost U.S. production of advanced battery technology |
The Dept. of Energy (DOE) will provide $2.91 billion to boost production of advanced batteries …
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Batteries and Storage, Electric Vehicle (EV), Markets, News, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 11, 2022 |
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Florida solar industry descends on the state capital to protest anti-net-metering bills |
Hundreds of solar advocates, businesses owners, homeowners and industry representatives traveled to Florida’s Capitol from …
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Markets, News, Policy, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 11, 2022 |
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Nautilus Solar and Pivot Energy complete 13-MW Colorado community solar portfolio |
Denver-based Pivot Energy and Nautilus Solar Energy have announced the completion of a 13-MW community …
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Community, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 10, 2022 |
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Freedom Solar installs arrays at three Rio Grande car dealerships |
Texas-based Freedom Solar said it has contracted with Boggus Auto Group to install solar arrays …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 10, 2022 |
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TotalEnergies buys SunPower’s commercial installation business
SunPower will now focus solely on residential dealer network |
TotalEnergies announced it has signed a definitive agreement with SunPower to purchase its Commercial & …
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Commercial, Markets, News |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 10, 2022 |
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Minnesota Public Utilities Commission requires solar be included in future Xcel Energy resource plans |
Through a unanimous vote, the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) issued an order in Xcel …
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Markets, News, Policy, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 9, 2022 |
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Swell officially launches VPP management system GridAmp |
Swell Energy has announced the roll out of GridAmp, its proprietary distributed energy resource management …
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Batteries and Storage, Markets, News, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 9, 2022 |
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New England committee votes to delay elimination of MOPR |
In early February, the New England Power Pool (NEPOOL) Participant’s Committee voted in support of …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 9, 2022 |
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Auxin Solar puts name on latest petition for tariffs on Southeast Asian solar panels |
California-based solar panel assembler Auxin Solar has filed a new petition with the Dept. of …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 9, 2022 |
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5 factors to help solar installers choose the right financing partner |
by Joel Cannon, SVP, consumer home improvement lending sales & marketing, EnerBank USA As a …
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Featured, Financing, Services |
SPW |
February 9, 2022 |
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California water district plans country’s 1st solar canopy project covering canals |
Turlock Irrigation District (TID) in Turlock, California, is planning the country’s first pilot project to …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
February 8, 2022 |
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The Nature Conservancy releases low-impact solar project siting map |
The Nature Conservancy has released a map to help companies and communities identify the most …
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Markets, News, Services, Site Assessment, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 8, 2022 |
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Novel Energy installing 20 MW of Mechatron dual-axis solar trackers in the Midwest |
Novel Energy Solutions, an EPC and solar investor based in St. Paul, Minnesota, will develop …
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Commercial, Components, Markets, News, Projects, Racking and Mounting, Tracking Systems |
Billy Ludt |
February 8, 2022 |
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T-Mobile continues community solar buy-in throughout Northeast, now with Nexamp |
T-Mobile will subscribe to 10 separate Nexamp community solar farms, representing 50 MW, in three …
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Community, Markets, News |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 8, 2022 |
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Silicon Ranch chooses Black & Veatch to build 125-MW solar project |
Black & Veatch announced today that it has been selected by Silicon Ranch Corporation to …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 8, 2022 |
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U.S. community solar market growth is already exceeding expectations |
The U.S. community solar market is expected to add 4.5 GW of capacity to the …
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Community, Markets, News |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 8, 2022 |
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New Texas electricity retailer will reward customers who limit peak power demands |
The newest retail electricity provider in Texas, OhmConnect Energy (OCE), has entered the ERCOT market …
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Markets, News, Residential |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 8, 2022 |
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Household brands enter solar + storage market
A Q&A with Briggs & Stratton |
As solar energy becomes mainstream, well-known household brands are entering the market to get a …
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Batteries and Storage, Components, Featured |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 8, 2022 |
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Global Energy Transition 2022 from Reuters will be in NYC in June |
Reuters Events has released details on its Global Energy Transition 2022 event this June. The …
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Event Coverage |
SPW |
February 8, 2022 |
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IREC helps small Puerto Rican community procure 75-kW solar microgrid |
The Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) announced it has selected Maricao, Puerto Rico, to develop …
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Markets, News, Non-profit, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 7, 2022 |
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Green Home Systems builds solar carport atop new parking garage at California school |
Green Home Systems completed the construction of a solar energy system for Notre Dame High …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
February 7, 2022 |
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H3 Dynamics partners with Sitemark for autonomous solar inspections service |
H3 Dynamics has developed an autonomous solar farm monitoring solution with Sitemark, an AI-analytics company …
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Commercial, Components, Drones, Markets, Monitoring, News, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
February 7, 2022 |
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SunPower to build nearly 2-MW solar microgrid for natural gas facility |
Aemetis, a producer of renewable natural gas and renewable fuels, announced it has selected and …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 7, 2022 |
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Biden says four more years of imported solar panel tariffs, but bifacial get free pass |
President Joe Biden today issued his decision to extend the safeguard tariffs on imported crystalline …
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News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 4, 2022 |
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DTE Energy soliciting 500 MW of RFPs for renewable energy projects |
Michigan utility DTE Energy will add new renewable energy projects totaling approximately 500 MW to …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
February 4, 2022 |
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CPUC delays California NEM 3.0 decision |
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) decided to indefinitely delay its decision on net-metering changes, …
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Markets, News, Policy, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 4, 2022 |
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McCarthy starts construction on Lightsource bp’s 293-MW project in Colorado |
McCarthy Building Companies will be the EPC for a Lightsource bp project in Pueblo, Colorado. …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 4, 2022 |
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Solar Landscape completes six-project portfolio for New Jersey school district |
Solar Landscape has completed six solar projects for the Montville Township (New Jersey) Public Schools …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 3, 2022 |
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Terra-Gen installs 115 MW of solar + storage for San José Clean Energy |
San José Clean Energy (SJCE) and developer Terra-Gen are celebrating that SJCE’s first long-term investment …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 3, 2022 |
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Nextracker to split from parent company Flex after stock acquisition |
Flex, the parent company of solar tracker manufacturer Nextracker, has agreed to sell $500 million …
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Components, Markets, News, Racking and Mounting, Tracking Systems, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
February 2, 2022 |
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Wisconsin legislation would impose restrictions on public solar-powered EV chargers |
New Wisconsin bills regarding solar-powered EV chargers are working through the state legislature. AB 588 …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 2, 2022 |
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Loan company CommonBond now offering solar financing options |
CommonBond has announced the launch of its new solar financing business. By providing affordable financing …
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Financing, Markets, News, Residential, Services |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 2, 2022 |
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Two Colorado companies want to make an affordable bidirectional EV charger for North America |
Energy management company Emporia Energy is partnering with power electronics company BREK Electronics to develop …
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Electric Vehicle (EV), Markets, News, Residential, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 2, 2022 |
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Ford F-150 Lightning truck can use 131-kWh battery as home backup power |
Ford’s all-electric F-150 Lightning truck will be able to use an intelligent backup power add-on …
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Batteries and Storage, Markets, News, Residential, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 2, 2022 |
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Maryland Energy Administration releases new funding for building resilient microgrids |
The Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) announced new funding for microgrids, resilient facility power systems, resiliency …
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Markets, News, Storage |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 1, 2022 |
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Colorado city offsets 100% municipal energy use with 1.67-MW solar project |
The City of Fountain, Colorado, announced a partnership with Veregy to build a 1.67-MW solar …
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Markets, News, Non-profit, Projects, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 1, 2022 |
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D. E. Shaw to develop 72.5-MW solar project for Louisiana utility |
D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments (DESRI) announced the signing of a long-term renewable energy off-take …
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News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 1, 2022 |
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Indiana Michigan Power’s sustainable energy plan includes 500 MW of solar |
Indiana Michigan Power (I&M), an American Electric Power company, submitted a plan with the Indiana …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
February 1, 2022 |
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RE2 Robotics takes next step in developing robotic arms to assist solar construction |
RE2 Robotics is partnering with mobile elevating work platform manufacturer JLG Industries to advance the integration …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 1, 2022 |
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Generac solar and storage products join Sunnova family |
The Generac suite of energy management products (storage units, microinverters, load managers) are now available …
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Batteries and Storage, Markets, News, Residential, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 1, 2022 |
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General Motors pledges to power three automotive plants with 70 MW of clean energy |
Consumers Energy and General Motors today announced a new pledge to power Michigan automotive plants …
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Markets, News, Utility |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 1, 2022 |
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Altus Power agrees to buy 250 MW of solar modules direct from Heliene’s Minnesota plant |
Solar developer Altus Power has agreed to purchase up to 250 MW of high-efficiency solar …
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Commercial, Community, Markets, News, PV Modules, Utility |
Kelly Pickerel |
February 1, 2022 |
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2 Connecticut solar farms will also grow crops |
Connecticut-based Greenskies Clean Focus is bringing farming to solar fields across Connecticut. Following the recent …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Billy Ludt |
February 1, 2022 |
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February solar policy snapshots
A guide to recent legislation and research throughout the country. |
New bill would require large California counties to use instant online solar permitting Sacramento, California …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
February 1, 2022 |
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Indiana Court of Appeals strikes down utility’s attempt to circumvent net-metering |
A broad coalition of solar companies, environmental and consumer advocates, led by the Indiana Office …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
January 31, 2022 |
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Solar Spotlight: Demystifying the solar sales process |
In this special edition of Contractor’s Corner, solar sales and design software provider Aurora Solar …
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Components, Featured, Podcasts, Software |
Billy Ludt |
January 31, 2022 |
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8 pollinator-friendly community solar projects now in construction in New York |
Eden Renewables has started construction on eight new community solar farms developed by the company …
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Community, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelly Pickerel |
January 31, 2022 |
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Report shows solar module prices in secondary market stay steady over last two years |
Solar product exchange EnergyBin has released its first “PV Module Price Index for the Secondary …
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Distribution, News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
January 31, 2022 |
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Competitive Power Ventures covering former coal mine with 200-MW solar project |
The Maryland Public Service Commission granted Competitive Power Ventures a construction permit on the 200-MWDC …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
January 31, 2022 |
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Maxeon solar panels enter U.S. commercial market bundled with Omnidian performance assurance |
Maxeon has set up a sales initiative with solar performance assurance company Omnidian to sell …
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Commercial, Markets, News, PV Modules |
Kelly Pickerel |
January 31, 2022 |
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Ohio Senate passes bill to limit HOA solar installation restrictions |
On Jan. 26, the Ohio Senate passed Senate Bill 61 (SB 61), which would make …
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Markets, News, Policy, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
January 28, 2022 |
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Black & Veatch building 270-MW solar project for Texas petroleum producer |
Engineering firm Black & Veatch was commissioned to provide engineering, procurement and construction services on …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
January 28, 2022 |
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Washington Hebrew Congregation adds 414.9-kW solar array to temple roof |
On Dec. 22, Washington Hebrew Congregation (WHC) flipped the switch on the new solar array …
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Markets, News, Non-profit, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
January 28, 2022 |
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Eguana recalls energy storage systems sold from 2017-2019 due to LG battery fire hazard |
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission released information this week on the recall of Eguana …
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Batteries and Storage, News, Residential, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
January 28, 2022 |
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January 2022 Issue: 2022 Trends In Solar |
The Solar Power World January 2022 Digital Edition is sponsored by CPS North America | …
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Digital Issues |
SPW |
January 27, 2022 |
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New 1.5-MW solar microgrid will charge Santa Clara’s EV bus fleet |
The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) announced it will install an innovative clean energy …
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Commercial, Markets, News, Projects |
Kelsey Misbrener |
January 27, 2022 |
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Arizona Corporation Commission strikes down 100% clean energy proposal |
The Arizona Corporation Commission on Jan. 26 voted against adopting proposed Energy Rules that would …
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News, Policy |
Kelsey Misbrener |
January 27, 2022 |
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Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions starts commercial operations on 72.6 MW of new solar |
Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions recently started commercial operation of two major solar facilities in North …
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Markets, News, Projects, Utility |
Billy Ludt |
January 27, 2022 |
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Solar Alliance Energy installing 256-kW array at Tennessee manufacturing plant |
Solar Alliance Energy is building a 256-kW rooftop solar system at AESSEAL’s U.S. headquarters in …
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Commercial, Components, Markets, News, Projects, PV Modules |
Billy Ludt |
January 27, 2022 |
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WoodMac: California’s NEM 3.0 proposal would halve residential solar market by 2024 |
New analysis from Wood Mackenzie shows that California’s newly proposed net energy metering tariffs (NEM …
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Markets, News, Policy, Residential |
Kelsey Misbrener |
January 26, 2022 |
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Generac battery customers can participate in Southern California Edison VPP |
Generac’s energy storage system has been accepted as a battery partner in Southern California Edison’s …
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Batteries and Storage, Markets, News, Residential, Storage |
Kelly Pickerel |
January 26, 2022 |
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7 California CCAs sign on for nearly 70-MW long-duration energy storage project |
At the Jan. 19 California Community Power (CC Power) board meeting, members of the Joint …
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Batteries and Storage, Components, Markets, News, Storage |
Kelsey Misbrener |
January 26, 2022 |
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America COMPETES Act of 2022 authorizes $3 billion for domestic solar manufacturing |
Update 02/04/2022: The House passed the COMPETES Act. The legislation now moves to the Senate. …
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News, Policy |
Kelly Pickerel |
January 26, 2022 |
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Mayfield Renewables teams up with SEI to offer energy storage training |
PV design firm Mayfield Renewables has announced it will start a new collaborative chapter with …
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News, Services, Training |
Kelsey Misbrener |
January 26, 2022 |
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The ins and outs of Pearl’s new tool to accurately capture value of residential solar |
The Pearl Equity Calculator is an app that contractors and appraisers use to help better …
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Featured, Services |
SPW |
January 26, 2022 |
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Asset management software is critical to unlocking energy storage potential |
By Will Troppe, director of product, Power Factors Investment-class battery energy storage has arrived. Long …
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Asset management, Featured, Markets, Services, Storage |
SPW |
January 26, 2022 |
