Continuing our theme from last month, when we established why solar power has become such a compelling global energy solution, we can now zoom in on a Samsung C&T Trading & Investment Group that is responsible for delivering large solar power projects in the USA. . With solar power generationRead More →
TUNIS: Tunisia has approved a new constitution granting unchecked powers to the office of President Kais Saied, the electoral commission has announced, after a short-lived referendum in which voters overwhelmingly backed the document.Saied’s rivals have accused the Saied-controlled electoral council of “fraud” and said its referendum, held on Monday, failed.OnRead More →
Heather Zichal American Clean Power’s (ACP) Quarterly Clean Energy Market Report for Q2 2022 shows the rate of clean energy deployment slowed significantly in Q2 as political headwinds, economic factors facing industry and commercial issues have impacted project development and increased the backlog of new project delays. During the secondRead More →
What happened Shares of solar power stocks fell like a rock on Friday after Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia said he would not support additional climate change spending. Shares of First Solar (FSLR -8.12%) fell 14.2% at the start of the session, sunrun (CLASSES -6.36%) fell 14.1%, Sun PowerRead More →
COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Texans are switching to solar power and it looks like they could help the state’s power grid in the process. For millions more though, the question remains…is Texas still a good place to install solar panels? Indeed, while Texans have various reasons for making the transition,Read More →
Global buyout giant Apollo has agreed to make a $175 million strategic investment in community solar asset owner-operator Summit Ridge to tap into the high-growth segment of the renewable energy market. Launched in 2017, Summit Ridge has formed two joint ventures totaling over $1 billion in permanent project capital andRead More →
The media spotlight has been on the January 6 insurrection hearings in Congress, and rightly so. Those responsible for this historic event should be called to account for their actions. Nevertheless, the House and Senate still have to deal with the routine issue of the reconciliation bill, which presents anRead More →
The Texas power grid operator has urged consumers to use less power as clouds threaten access to essential solar power. The Texas Electricity Reliability Board has asked residents and businesses to voluntarily conserve power for the second time in three days amid an ongoing heat wave. Following Monday’s call forRead More →
Strong points : The EIA data also shows that increasing wind and solar electricity generation as well as geothermal, hydroelectric and biomass energy account for about 30% of total US electricity. Coal continues to be the backbone of electricity generation in the United States, but its trend is declining. Coal-basedRead More →
In the first half of 2022, Nokian Tires claims to have saved the energy equivalent of one million miles traveled or two million pounds of coal by using solar power at its North American production facility. Nokian Tires’ three-megawatt solar panels fully power the administration building at its Dayton, Tennessee,Read More →
There have been increased developments in solar energy technology in recent years. More viable commercial energy platforms are becoming available in more and more regions at a lower price than ever. The solar energy movement is still approaching maturity and promises exciting developments to come. Image Credit: steved_np3/Shutterstock.com Solar energyRead More →
Garmin has launched a new fitness smartwatch as part of its Forerunner 955 series which is capable of charging using solar power. The device has a host of sports-centric features, as well as health-related tools that can be tracked regularly. You get it with GPS and even then the ForerunnerRead More →
In his attempt to support the increased adoption of solar energy across the country, President Joe Biden handed a victory to China that could hurt our own solar industry. The Biden administration announced last week that it would authorize the use of the Defense Production Act to accelerateRead More →
By Chris Crowell June 23, 2022 Renewable energy and a smarter decentralized grid can play an important role in rebuilding communities. This is a very cool example: MCE is embarking on a Virtual Power Plant (VPP) program in Richmond, CA, slated to launch in 2025, which is also linked toRead More →
Tom Beach presents the report’s analysis of key business cases for residential solar distributed generation on the Rocky Mountain Power system. (Mary Stroka/County 17) CASPER, Wyo.- Although relatively rare in Wyoming, rooftop solar is growing and worth the cost, according to a recent report. The Powder River Basin Resource Council,Read More →
Our reliance on fossil fuels for decades and decades has never done any good, and the climate crisis is driving developments that attempt to lessen our harmful impact on the planet. An Israeli startup is using technology developed over the past decade in the lab of one of its foundersRead More →
Despite being one of the countries in Europe with the most hours of sunshine, Spain has extremely low levels of solar home installations. Madrid-based Samara, a startup founded in May this year – which is now launching a service in its home market – wants to change that, spotting whatRead More →
According to the US Energy Information Administration, between 2020 and 2035, solar energy is expected to grow from 3% to 14% of total energy production in the United States. By 2050, this particular renewable energy source could account for 20%. Along with this optimistic outlook for clean energy, rainfall eventsRead More →
As the cost of energy increases seemingly every week, an increasing number of HOA homeowners want to install rooftop photovoltaic systems. Here are some key considerations for boards to take into account. Is the HOA prepared? Reasonable rules regarding solar installations will help both homeowners and the HOA. These rulesRead More →
SOLV Energy and Solar Energy International (SEI) announced [last week] their partnership to create the SEI Women in Solar program to empower women and non-binary people around the world through solar energy training, networking, mentorship, and energy employer/employment relations own. The goal of this program is to create a globalRead More →
LOS ANGELES AND SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–June 14, 2022– 8minute Solar Energy (8minute), a national leader in solar power and energy storage, today announced the appointment of its first Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Kip Larson. In his new role, Larson will enhance 8minute’s existing technology expertise – applying cutting-edge approaches toRead More →
LOS ANGELES AND SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–8minute Solar Energy (8minute), a national leader in solar power and energy storage, today announced the appointment of its first Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Kip Larson. In his new role, Larson will enhance 8minute’s existing technology expertise – applying cutting-edge approaches to 8minute’s already best-in-classRead More →
The decision is being implemented under the provincial government’s Green Khyber Pakhtunkhwa initiative. Initially, three economic zones would be switched to solar energy. In the future, the capacity of solar power plants would be further enhanced to meet the energy needs of industrial units. The initiative will contribute to theRead More →
Whatever you think of Joe Biden as a man, public figure or CEO, his presidency is unlike any other in modern American history. He has most likely faced more simultaneous crises than any president since Franklin D. Roosevelt, and an illustration of this fact is that Biden has already invokedRead More →
During the month of May, solar production reached 8.2% of total production, which corresponds to the highest value ever recorded in Portugal, according to the Portuguese Association of Renewable Energy (APREN). Portugal lags behind Norway (99.6%), Denmark (76.1%) and Austria (73.2%) in terms of incorporating renewable energy into electricity generationRead More →
Governor Kathy Hochul’s June 2 announcement of 22 large-scale solar and energy storage projects for New York State means the state will effectively provide enough clean, affordable energy to power more than 620 000 New York homes for at least 20 years. 3,000 short-term and long-term jobs across the state:Read More →
Accenture has partnered with Google Cloud to co-develop an online solar tool for Origin Energy, an Australian energy company. Australia’s largest energy provider, Origin, has teamed up with Accenture and Google Cloud to launch the DIY online solar tool for customers to determine solar power performance for their homes. TheRead More →
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Monday ordered emergency measures to boost supplies for crucial U.S. solar manufacturers and declared a two-year tariff exemption on Southeast Asian solar panels as he was trying to reinvigorate progress toward its climate change goals. His invocation of the Defense Production Act andRead More →
Johnston is recognized for groundbreaking character work and fruitful collaborations NREL Senior Scientist Steve Johnston National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) Principal Scientist Steve Johnston has been selected as the recipient of the 2022 Hoyt Clarke Hottel Award from the American Solar Energy Society (ASES). The award recognizes outstanding leadership andRead More →
Massachusetts has committed to increasing electricity generation from renewable energy sources, such as solar power, through a series of laws and policies. As solar power systems have proliferated, trial courts have been asked to determine the limits of local government power over where large ground-mounted solar power installations can beRead More →
More than 200 megawatts of new solar power generation is proposed for four projects in Western New York, as power producers rush to increase alternative power generation as part of state efforts to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. Governor Kathy Hochul announced plans for 22 large-scale renewable energy projects acrossRead More →
The International Code Council collaborated with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to publish the 2021 International Solar Energy Provisions (ISEP). The document compiles all solar energy provisions from the 2021 International Codes (I Codes) and the NFPA 70 (NEC) National Electrical Code, 2020, making it streamlined and easy toRead More →
The White House announced on Monday that Biden will facilitate a 24-month “bridge” for certain solar imports, allowing developers to source solar modules and cells from the four countries – Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam – which together account for around 80% of panel imports to the United States BidenRead More →
Solar energy workshops, exhibitions, EV Show and activities for children Albuquerque– The public is invited to Solar Fiesta 2022 and EV Show, a free event, with free parking, hosted by the New Mexico Solar Energy Association (NMSEA), at the Cornell Mall area of the University of New Mexico (UNM) campusRead More →
Related practices and jurisdictions Massachusetts has committed to increasing electricity generation from renewable energy sources, such as solar power, through a series of laws and policies. As solar power systems have proliferated, trial courts have been asked to determine the limits of local government power over where large ground-mounted solarRead More →
Massachusetts has committed to increasing electricity generation from renewable energy sources, such as solar power, through a series of laws and policies. As solar power systems have proliferated, trial courts have been asked to determine the limits of local government power over where large ground-mounted solar power installations can beRead More →
FOCUS investigators found that Louisville had issued corrective actions for solar projects at 30 properties in Louisville. What you need to know before signing up for solar. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Louisville is moving towards a goal of using 100% clean energy by 2040, one solar panel at a time. OnRead More →
With no grid-connected power supply which only reached in 2018, many islands in the Indian Sundarbans were powered by solar power. Now, about two dozen solar assets lie abandoned on these islands. Between 1996 and 2006, the West Bengal Renewable Energy Development Authority (WBREDA) installed 17 solar power plants withRead More →
In the middle of a commercial and residential area of Waukegan, about 42 miles north of Chicago, sits 70 acres of empty land dotted with wooden posts bearing poison gas monitors. This is Yeoman Creek Landfill, a former dumping ground for hazardous waste from homes and industry in the 1950sRead More →
Published on: 02/06/2022 – 12:02 Beijing (AFP) – China aims to double its wind and solar capacity by 2025, according to a new roadmap that also calls for more coal-fired power plants to boost energy security. The world’s biggest polluter earlier estimated that it needed to double the use ofRead More →
By Omodel Adigun Sterling Bank Plc has launched an innovative new digital product, known as the Imperium Platform, with the aim of connecting consumers and suppliers of renewable energy (solar solutions) as a viable solution to the electricity crisis in Nigeria. The Imperium platform was launched following the unveiling ofRead More →
The new thermoradiative diode generates electricity by emitting infrared light in a colder environment. Photo: Pixabay/JillWellington The earth absorbs heat from the sun’s rays every day, but at night this solar heat is radiated back into space as infrared light. By capturing some of it at night, we could haveRead More →
Today, Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that Qcells, one of the largest and most recognized renewable energy solutions providers, will invest $171 million in a new solar module manufacturing facility in Dalton. , creating 470 new jobs in Whitfield County. The new facility is expected to bring the number ofRead More →
ATLANTE – May 26, 2022 – Today Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that Qcells, one of the largest and most recognized renewable energy solutions providers, will invest $171 million in a new manufacturing facility of solar modules in Dalton, creating 470 new jobs in Whitfield County. The new facility isRead More →
BUCHAREST (Romania), May 25 (SeeNews) – Romanian renewable packaging manufacturer Promateris [BVB:PPL] announced on Wednesday that it would invest 1 million euros ($1.06 million) to develop a 1 MWp photovoltaic project at its Buftea plant. Some €597,000 of the total investment comes from a non-repayable grant from EEA & NorwayRead More →
New Jersey (USA) – IoT in Solar Energy Market research is an intelligence report with meticulous efforts undertaken to study the correct and valuable information. The data that has been reviewed takes into account both existing top players and upcoming competitors. The business strategies of key players and new industriesRead More →
New York, United States: Professionals and industrial experts from DECISIVE MARKET OVERVIEW produced his Solar Power Floating Market research report containing absolutely accurate and complete analysis to help clients meet their conditions and expectations. Research also guides clients in identifying new products and services as well as hidden market risks.Read More →
The world is taking a step closer to nighttime solar power after a groundbreaking discovery by Australian scientists. Scientists at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) have found a way to “capture” the energy that flows from the earth at night. “This could mean being able to achieve theRead More →
This week’s announcement marks a new era for solar technologies, both for solar PV and solar heating and cooling. To reduce dependence on fossil fuel imports, the European Commission presented the REPowerEU plan, including an increased target for renewables (45%), a groundbreaking solar rooftop initiative and licensing measures and encouragingRead More →
Iwan Baan, courtesy of Google Google’s Bay View is on 42 acres in California, the first of Google’s buildings developed by the company. The 50,000 photovoltaic panels have been customized to optimize the production of electricity on the site. Bay View is the largest Living Building Challenge design ever built.Read More →
This week has been important in the EU, with the European Commission betting on renewable energies and, in particular, solar. In March 2022, following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the European Union pledged to fully eliminate its dependence on Russian imports of gas, oil and coal. He asked the European CommissionRead More →
Residential solar energy storage market: An in-depth analysis of statistics on current and emerging trends offers insights into the dynamics of the residential solar energy storage market. The report includes Porter’s five forces to analyze the importance of various characteristics such as understanding suppliers and customers, risks posed by variousRead More →
By Chris Crowell May 19, 2022 Frankford High School in Philadelphia solar demo. Photo credit: Generation 180 The amount of solar power in K-12 schools in Pennsylvania has doubled since 2020, according to a new statewide report on solar power adoption by schools released by Generation180, an organization based inRead More →
A solar-powered burger aboard a hot-air balloon. This is the idea behind the challenge launched by the Solar Cooking Explorer. (Credits: Shutterstock) Some seasoned amateurs have already swapped their barbecues for solar installations to capture the heat and cook their steaks at the height of the summer season. AFP LastRead More →
Electric vehicle charging network Electrify America has announced the start of a 15-year virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) with renewable energy developer Terra-Gen to build a sustainable solar farm in southern California. The project, named “Electrify America Solar Glow 1,” is expected to produce enough solar power per year toRead More →
Colorado is on track to phase out the last of its coal-fired power plants by 2031, less than a decade from now. If successful, that would be a truly remarkable feat. Simon Lomax, left, and Morgan Bazilian In 2000, coal produced 80% of the state’s electricity. Today, it still generatesRead More →
My husband and I had an 8.4 kilowatt solar system installed on the roof of our garage in 2017. We were able to get the 30% federal tax credit offered at the time. We have never regretted this decision, especially when you see our electricity bills. Many mistakenlyRead More →
The US Bureau of Labor Statistics considers solar PV installer to be one of the fastest growing occupations in percentage over the next decade. According to the Solar Energy Industries Association, Pennsylvania has been among the top 10 states for job growth in the solar industry since 2015. “I’ve alwaysRead More →
There’s a lot of sun shining in Chautauqua County these days, and the county wants to support it. The Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency has granted final or preliminary support for tax relief requests for five solar energy projects valued at more than $23 million that will generate more thanRead More →
In a hillside slum with sweeping views of Rio de Janeiro’s famous Copacabana Beach, a rooftop covered in photovoltaic panels glistens in the tropical sun – one of many solar power projects in Brazil’s first favela . Solar panels on the roof of a community organization in the Babilonia favelaRead More →
Residents of Yarmouth, Massachusetts are at risk of losing thousands of dollars after claiming a solar energy company took their money and ghosted them without completing the job. Jami Carder is a Cape Cod town resident who is demanding answers after discovering Tuesday night that Solar Wolf Energy, the companyRead More →
This is a business partnership with Instyle Solar. Over the past decade, solar energy has become one of the most promising forms of alternative energy. Now it’s used to power everything from homes to cars and even spacecraft! Despite this, many people are unaware of all the innovative ways toRead More →
A former Swansea chef and barista has successfully converted her mobile cafe business to run entirely on solar power after teaching herself about electronics by researching online and watching YouTube videos. Ashley Collins, lone shopkeeper at start-up Flynn’s Coffee, says she no longer depends on using her diesel van toRead More →
The electricity sector in the United States reached a milestone in April, when wind and solar energy accounted for 20% of electricity production for the first time in history, according to the global think tank on Ember’s London-based energy. The 20% figure is remarkable because the International Energy Agency calculatesRead More →
The report provides new guidelines on best practices for improving the biodiversity of solar farms. Image: Solar Power UK. Solar farms can help reverse the decline of UK wildlife through improved habitat for animals, a new report from Solar Energy UK has detailed. Highlighting research that shows 60% of UKRead More →
By Ella Nilsen, CNN The solar energy industry has been thrown into panic and projects have stalled after the Biden administration launched an investigation that some solar energy CEOs fear the industry will suffer a tank. The Commerce Department launched an investigation in March into whether four Southeast Asian countriesRead More →
LOS ANGELES AND SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–8minute Solar Energy (8minute), one of the country’s leading developers of solar systems and energy storage, was honored by fast business magazine for its innovative and advanced control technology – the “brain” of a power plant that enables the next generation of smarter, more reliableRead More →
According to recent figures from the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), the United States installed 23.6 gigawatts (GW) of solar PV capacity in 2021. The total now stands at 121.4 GW, meaning that enough solar energy is provided to power 23.3 million homes. Solar energy also constituted the largest shareRead More →
Chief Secretary of Odisha, SC Mohapatra on Thursday inaugurated a solar power system at a government run high school at Narayanpatna in Ganjam district. Narayanpatna High School in Kankia panchayat is one of the 535 government run high schools in the district which has been taken over by the GanjamRead More →
After developing a system that captures solar energy that can be stored for up to 18 years, scientists at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden have recently developed an innovative solution for electronic devices to use this system to recharge on demand, regardless of weather conditions. Although still inRead More →
US solar results for 2021 are out and full of good news. At a time when energy and climate change are on our minds even more than usual, here are five takeaways. 1. 2021 was the biggest year ever for solar Solar had a banner year. According to the latestRead More →
In 2018, NASA’s Opportunity rover, which roamed the surface of Mars for nearly 15 years, stopped working after a massive storm hit the Red Planet. It stopped working because the rover was powered by solar energy and the rover’s solar panels became covered in a thick layer of red dust.Read More →
Sun King, a solar energy company that helps power off-grid homes in Africa and Asia, raised $260m in Series D funding. The company is one of the largest providers of energy solutions solar in Africa and Asia. It was previously known as Greenlight Planet. According to the company, approximately $100Read More →
Latest Industrial Growth Study of Alternative Energy Market 2021-2027. A detailed study accumulated to offer latest information about acute characteristics of the Alternative Energy market. The report contains different market forecasts related to revenue size, production, CAGR, consumption, gross margin, price, and other important factors. While emphasizing the major drivingRead More →
TALLAHASSEE — Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed one of the most sought-after bills of the legislative session, killing on Wednesday a “net metering” measure sought by Florida Power & Light that would have severely curbed the solar industry on the roofs. Solar business owners feared it would cripple their sales andRead More →
ORLANDO, Florida. – A controversial bill that would allow utility companies to limit the amount for which solar customers could resell their excess energy has been vetoed. Governor Ron DeSantis vetoed HB 741, the net metering bill, on Wednesday, prompting a sigh of relief from some solar customers who worriedRead More →
The project was launched last June by community leaders and a non-profit organization called Revolusolar In a hillside slum with sweeping views of Rio de Janeiro’s famous Copacabana Beach, a rooftop covered in photovoltaic panels glistens in the tropical sun – one of many solar power projects in Brazil’s firstRead More →
Researchers from Chalmers University in Sweden and Jiao Tong University in Shanghai have developed a technique to harvest, store and transport solar energy, and then extract electricity from it. All this will be possible without the use of conventional photovoltaic cells or batteries. The researchers documented this technology in aRead More →
Whenever the subject of Israel comes up, we try to take it a step further. As the famous American philosopher Louis CK once said, “Jew” is the only word that can be pejorative or descriptive, simply based on tonal inflections. Most people’s knowledge of Jews probably extends to the funny-lookingRead More →
Rowelto Associates has latest research report titled Global Batteries for Solar Energy Storage Market 2022 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2029 which includes the detailed study of the market and all the dynamics of the market linked to the market. The relevant data on the evolution ofRead More →
For farmers across America, the planting season is well underway. “In this area, I’ve had mint here, you know, peppermint, seed corn, commercial corn, soybeans,” Indiana landowner Norman Welker said. But rather than seeds, a group of farmers in northwest Indiana are putting steel stakes in their soil. The reason?Read More →
Indiana’s solar industry is booming. It is expected to become the 4th largest in the United States over the next five years. For farmers across America, the planting season is well underway. “In this area, I’ve had mint here, you know, peppermint, seed corn, commercial corn, soybeans,” Indiana landowner NormanRead More →
Each time the Matsila Community Development Farm has been hit by a power outage, many of the 500 workers have been forced to stop their tools and return home, leading to a disruption in production and income . The constant blackouts were caused either by load shedding or by EskomRead More →
CINCINNATI, OH /ACCESSWIRE/April 19, 2022/ Go Sun (https://gosun.co) creator of solar-powered devices that help people live with more independence and resilience, today announces its financial report for its 2021 fiscal year ending December 31, 2021. Sales of GoSun’s innovative solar appliances and accessories, including cookers, chillers and generators, reached all-timeRead More →
San Antonio is the fifth-largest producer of solar power among U.S. cities, with solar panels generating more electricity here than in any other Texas municipality, according to a new report. San Antonio has about 355 megawatts of solar power capacity installed in the city, enough to power more than 70,000Read More →
San Antonio Recognized as ‘Solar Superstar’ as National Solar Capacity Soars The following was shared in a press release from the Environment Texas Research & Policy Center SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio maintained its ranking as first in Texas and fifth in the nation for total solar photovoltaic (PV) capacityRead More →
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – SolSmart has recognized the City of Pocatello for taking steps to make the switch to solar energy faster, easier and more affordable. The Silver designation shows local businesses, solar companies and residents that Pocatello is a great place to go solar. For this reason, the cityRead More →
A group of researchers has developed a way to store solar energy in a liquid form that will be able to create electricity on demand, as well as store energy for 18 years. Chalmers University of Technology Read also : Solar panels capable of producing electricity even at night areRead More →
Despite all the activity in the solar power market, PV technology has only just begun to hit the global economy with full force. Huge solar arrays filled with rows of super-efficient silicon solar panels are just one piece of an expanding universe. With that in mind, here are 4 newRead More →
By Neshmia Alam DAVIS, CA – On Wednesday, the Davis Planning Commission (PC) approved applications for Ameresco install a total of 14 photovoltaic (PV) carports at 202 Cousteau Place and 260 Cousteau Place, with each location receiving eight and six carports respectively. The Planning Commission held a public hearing toRead More →
Molten Salt Solar Power and Concentrated Solar Power (Csp) Thermal Storage Market report focuses on Molten Salt Solar Power and Concentrated Solar Power (Csp) Thermal Storage volume and value concentrated solar power (Csp) at global, regional and corporate levels. From a global perspective, this report represents a Molten Salt SolarRead More →
Leaders and legislators working on large-scale solar development in Pennsylvania are considering both the problems and the solutions to the lifespan, disposal, and costs of solar panels. Pennsylvania is at the forefront of a ‘solar build’, said Thomas B. Murphy, director of the Penn State Marcellus Center for Outreach andRead More →
This press release was originally distributed by SBWire New Jersey, United States – (SBWIRE) – 04/13/2022 – Latest industrial growth study of the global solar power and battery storage market 2021-2027. A detailed study accumulated to offer the latest information about the acute features of the Solar Power and BatteryRead More →
Researchers behind an energy system that can capture solar energy, store it for up to eighteen years, and release it when and where it is needed have now taken the system one step further. Having previously demonstrated how energy can be extracted in the form of heat, they have nowRead More →
April 11, 2022 (News from Nanowerk) Researchers behind an energy system to capture solar energy, store it for up to eighteen years, and release it when and where it is needed have now taken the system one step further. Having previously demonstrated how energy can be extracted in the formRead More →
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – In this week’s landmark climate report, the UN warns that deep and immediate emissions cuts are needed to avert climate catastrophe. But the report also says we now have the solutions because renewable energy has become as affordable, if not more so, than traditional energy sources.Read More →
Nonprofits in Tucson and southern Arizona that want to go solar can apply for free PV installations under a program expected to launch next week. The nonprofit solar project was developed by the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona (CFSA) in partnership with local donors, Tucson Electric Power and Solar UnitedRead More →
Sunrun stock is down more than 17.5% since the start of 2022 Headwinds include supply chain issues and higher costs Long-term investors might consider buying the dips in RUN, especially towards $27.5. Actions of the first installer of solar products sunrun (NASDAQ:) are down nearly 18% so far this yearRead More →
The green energy revolution is coming and investors are clamoring to take advantage of it before it happens. The simplest and most accessible exposure comes in the form of solar energy. In fact, there is no shortage of solar startups, and even well-established solar companies are poised to grow asRead More →
The development of solar energy in France is unlikely to increase much over the next five years, as most presidential candidates have not prioritized it despite its positive perception by the electorate. EURACTIV France reports. While France enjoys an average of 200 days of sunshine per year, solar energy technologyRead More →
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Operation electrician Joao Mendes of the Alto Rabagao floating photovoltaic solar park pilot project, climbs out of an electricity collection tower at the Alto Rabagao dam, in Montalegre, Portugal, September 22, 2021. Photo taken September 22, 2021. REUTERS/Violeta Santos Moura/File Photo Join now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com RegisterRead More →
Northern Ireland’s record sunshine in March benefited more than those enjoying the outdoors, as solar power generation into the power grid increased by almost two-thirds compared to March last year . ONI – the electricity transmission system operator for Northern Ireland – said the solar farms generated an average outputRead More →
Solar power plant in Maharashtra, India. Pollution could affect the country’s ability to reach its goal of 100 gigawatts of solar power, according to a new study. Credit: Thomas Lloyd Group (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Solar_Power_Plant_Maharashtra_I_in_state_of_Maharashtra,_India,_67.2-MWp_DC.jpg), CC BY-SA 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by -sa/4.0/acte.fr) Prospects for India to meet the target of producing 100 gigawatts of solarRead More →
A solar power project to be built on a closed landfill in Glen Burnie aims to help Anne Arundel County government run on 100% renewable energy by 2030. Government operations in Anne Arundel County, Maryland aim to run on 100% renewable energy by 2030. County Executive Steuart Pittman signed BillRead More →
Solar energy is booming, reaching record growth in 2020 and 2021. With the low cost of solar power and fossil fuels set to rise indefinitely, the boom in solar power is likely to continue in the future. Switching to solar power might be considered a “risky” investment by some. What’sRead More →
COLUMBUS, OHIO (March 31, 2022) – The Ohio Power Siting Board (OPSB) will hold a local hearing regarding Scioto Farms Solar Project, LLC’s proposal to construct a 110 megawatt solar power generating facility located in the Wayne Township, Pickaway County. The hearing is scheduled for: May 25, 2022, at 6Read More →
World record holder Pakistani solar scientist Yasir Siddique has called for increasing the use of solar technology in the country to lead the country towards a more sustainable future. World record holder Pakistani solar scientist Yasir Siddique has called for increasing the use of solar technology in the country toRead More →
Residents can have a say in a huge solar power farm providing green electricity, which is on offer east of the village of Yearby, near Redcar. A public consultation begins today and will run until April 25 for EDF Renewables UK’s proposed project on a 50 hectare site, adjacent toRead More →
A commissioning ceremony was held Thursday for the Florida Power & Light Cotton Creek Solar Energy Center in North Escambia. The first solar power center of its kind in Escambia County is generating up to approximately 75 megawatts. There are approximately 270,000 solar panels at the 358-acre site on BogiaRead More →
Well shaded weeds and untilled land under a Dominion solar array. Dominion picture. by Steve Hanner Perhaps making its decision on the Ides of March by design, Virginia’s State Corporation Commission last week approved another large wave of applications from Dominion Energy Virginia for solar power plants it will own,Read More →