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Interest in residential solar power in the Delaware Valley continues to grow, spurred by a generous federal tax credit, state and utility rebates in Delaware and New Jersey, panels and systems more efficient and environmentally conscious owners. Although recent supply chain issues have driven up the prices of panels andRead More →
The Public Utilities Commission’s proposal made public in December would reduce the rates customers can get when they sell their excess solar power back to utilities. The proposal would also impose a new monthly fee to connect solar customers to the grid. Additionally, it would set aside $600 million toRead More →
Andrew Royer plans to install solar panels on part of the south-facing roof of his Pipestone home, which is pictured here. The Pipestone Planning Commission has recommended that City Council approve its application for a conditional use permit to install the signs. K. Kuphal The Pipestone At its February 16Read More →
(Image source: Unsplash) A set of local laws unveiled Wednesday by the Cortlandville City Council could have long-standing impacts on how solar energy projects are implemented in the city. The legislation is far from being voted on by the city council, as local laws have yet to be sent toRead More →
Connecticut’s new energy storage program offers upfront incentives for residential and commercial customers. R Boed New bill would require large California counties to use instant online solar permitsSacramento, California California Sen. Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) has introduced a bill that would require instant online solar licensing in counties with populationsRead More →
A recently completed solar installation in Calmar, Alberta is ready to power the local arena. Nearly 11,000 square feet of solar panels now sit on the roof of the Mike Karbonik Arena in the city of 2,000 southwest of Edmonton. The 464 panels are expected to generate 165 megawatt hoursRead More →
A U.S. solar power boom is in danger of stalling as the country needs a surge in clean energy projects to meet its goals of removing carbon from electricity supply. Strong demand from utilities, business buyers and some states is coming up against cost inflation and supply congestion, weighing onRead More →
Now, that green light has finally arrived: the State Utilities Department in late December approved the doubling of the state’s Solar Massachusetts Renewable Target (SMART) program, which provides incentives to make saving solar power achievable and would create some 1,600 megawatts of electricity. But clean energy advocates fear the longRead More →
LOS ANGELES AND SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–January 19, 2022– 8minute Solar Energy (“8minute”) today announced the closing of a $400 million financing from EIG, a leading institutional investor in the global energy and infrastructure sectors. The financing agreement includes a portion of growth capital and a letter of credit. R. BlairRead More →
LOS ANGELES AND SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–8minute Solar Energy (“8minute”) today announced the closing of a $400 million financing from EIG, a leading institutional investor in the global energy and infrastructure sectors. The financing agreement includes a portion of growth capital and a letter of credit. R. Blair Thomas, Chairman andRead More →
China’s latest move to restore the global supply of polysilicon for solar panels offers a lifeline for the renewable energy industry. The country has invested billions of dollars in new factories to produce the key raw material used to make photovoltaic cells for solar panels. Global capacity has already beenRead More →
The Washington State Department of Commerce today announced $3.5 million in grants to state and local government agencies to install solar panels in public buildings across the state, including several in the ‘East side. The 29 projects will supply more than 2.2 megawatts of solar energy and produce more thanRead More →
Like many industries, residential solar panels have been hit by the pandemic and supply chain shortages. Same / Getty Images This story is part of The year to come, CNET’s take on how the world will continue to evolve from 2022 and beyond. If you dream of adding solar panelsRead More →
January 12, 2022 11:22 am Job : January 12, 2022 11:22 am Update: January 12, 2022 11:57 am lalanta71 / Shutterstock SPOKANE, Wash. – Many schools, hospitals and public facilities in Washington are on the verge of going solar. The Washington State Department of Commerce has awarded a $3.5 millionRead More →
Content of the article Whoops ! The Blacklock reporter claims the federal government has spent $ 1.4 million to install solar panels in Canada’s sunniest region. Content of the article Records show the Northern Affairs Department believed the climate change program would help small Arctic towns that must depend onRead More →
India is exploring a hybrid model to harness solar power on rooftops for cooking as part of an ambitious plan to cut imports of expensive fossil fuels, two government officials familiar with the development have said. The plan, which is expected to be part of the Clean Cooking Mission, couldRead More →
Coalition for Community Solar Access Community solar energy is a single market segment that requires state development policy, and 2021 has been a pivotal year for the development of community solar policy. Adoption of an enabling policy is necessary because of the structure of community solar projects. Instead of havingRead More →
As the world continues to move towards net zero emissions, more large-scale solar farms will be built in Australia. Key points: The number of solar panels will double in the next two years Many large solar projects are developing on agricultural land Regional communities worry about heavy metal contamination andRead More →
Lockport City Council’s final decision to allow Karl Kowalski of Maverick Farms to lease land to Renewable Properties, a solar energy company that would erect solar panels on 45 acres of his land, was met with relief by Kowalski and his family. . The Kowalskis will now be able toRead More →
The Lockport Town Council’s final decision to allow Karl Kowalski of Maverick Farms to lease land to Renewable Properties, a solar power company that would erect solar panels on 45 acres of its land, was greeted with relief by Kowalski and his family. The Kowalskis will now be able toRead More →
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) – U.S. officials on Tuesday announced the approval of two large-scale solar projects in California and moved to open public lands in other western states, including Colorado, to potential energy development. solar, as part of the Biden administration’s efforts to fight climate change by shifting away fromRead More →
According to the Irish Solar Energy Association (ISEA), the roll-out of a microgeneration program from next year “has the potential to be one of the most effective climate measures introduced this decade”. Approved by Cabinet this week, it will allow households, small businesses, farmers and community groups to be paidRead More →
Artist’s impression of the planned solar panel motorway pilot project near Martigny in southern Switzerland. © servipier AG Switzerland must increase the use of solar energy to reach net zero emissions by 2050. Covering highways with solar panels seems to be an ideal solution. But getting such a project startedRead More →
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WISE COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) – Wise County has received a Gold designation from the national SolSmart program for making it faster, easier and more affordable for homes and businesses to go solar. The Virginia Department of Energy (Virginia Energy) partners with the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at theRead More →
Why is now a good time to go solar? Consumer electricity prices have increased by nearly 30% on average over the past 10 years and, depending on location, could increase by an additional 2-3% each year. It’s been said before and will continue to be said indefinitely in the future:Read More →
Massachusetts has quickly established itself as one of the most renewable-energy-friendly states in the country, and that’s due in large part to its growing solar energy industry. Surprisingly, however, the cost of solar panels in Massachusetts is actually 10% higher than the national average. Solar power is good for theRead More →
Tesla has problems securing the supply of solar panels amid the global supply crisis. The problems are starting to cause delays on some customer projects. Last month, we reported the first signs that supply chain issues are affecting Tesla’s solar panel business. Now things have escalated to the point thatRead More →
An increasing number of solar power projects are entering the pipeline in Maine, and now a new slice of money will go to their staffing. In 2021 alone, projects included rural systems in Baldwin, Waldoboro and Gardiner; the installation of a new power station in Bethel; new construction of aRead More →
As befits its location in the Sunshine State, Orlando International Airport considered installing solar panels on its property to help reduce electricity costs. But in the end, he decided not to pledge land for such a purpose. The airport land is too valuable to be used for solar development, saysRead More →
MONTICELLO, Minnesota — The silflower was among the native plants that covered the vast North American prairie until settlers developed farms and towns. Now largely confined to roadsides and ditches, the sunflower’s long-stemmed cousin could be about to make a comeback, thanks to solar power. Researchers are growing silflower atRead More →
Ohio Republicans sponsored a bill that would allow community solar power in the state, with special exclusions for brownfields. California lawmakers call for community solar supply in new net metering planSacramento, California California lawmakers are asking the utilities commission to establish a program that pays community solar subscribers based onRead More →
In 2020, solar energy had never been cheaper. The price of installing a new residential solar panel system in the United States has fallen about 64% since 2010, according to estimates by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Since 2005, utilities, businesses, and homeowners have installed more panels almost every year,Read More →
Community solar is open to businesses in the small state of Delaware. Credit: Ken Lund House Democrats call for increased solar incentives in budget packageWashington DC A handful of Democrats are working to include a new production tax credit for solar projects in the budget reconciliation package currently being debatedRead More →
California recently became the first state in the country to require solar and storage facilities on new commercial buildings. Biden administration reveals possible intention to expand ITC in new briefingWashington DC President Joe Biden and the US Department of Energy have released a briefing note on solar energy research, deploymentRead More →
Chicago HOA members considering solar power may now have an easier path thanks to the new legislation. Ohio governor gives local authorities more leverage over solar project site selectionColumbus, Ohio Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed a bill in July that gives local authorities the ability to reject solar and windRead More →
New Mexico may soon open up to community solar businesses if the governor signs a new bill. Biden’s infrastructure plan includes 10-year extension and phase-out of direct-pay ITCWashington DC President Joe Biden rolled out his highly anticipated infrastructure package, the American Jobs Plan, at the end of March. The planRead More →
The fate of Illinois solar growth is in the hands of the legislature after the state ran out of incentives for renewable energy. Solar ITC extended to 26% for two more yearsWashington DC Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC) Extended in $ 1.4 Trillion Federal Spending Program sign by President DonaldRead More →
the government of gujarat announced the new “Gujarat Solar Energy Policy 2021” with incentives for residential, commercial and industrial rooftop solar developers. The policy will be valid until December 31, 2025. Under the new policy, residential, commercial and industrial consumers and third party projects will be eligible to sell electricityRead More →
AHMEDABAD: The government of Gujarat on Tuesday launched a new solar policy to ensure clean energy. The new policy, according to the government, will reduce dependence on conventional coal-based power generation and help the MSME industry with its production costs. Chief Minister Vijay Rupani announced Gujarat’s Solar Energy Policy 2021Read More →
Nevada’s constitution was formally amended to include a mandate for utilities to source 50% renewable energy by 2050. Nevada Voters Officially Approve New Renewable Energy StandardCarson City, Nevada Nevada’s Question 3 Constitutional Amendment has been approved by voters for the second and final time to become law, according to Law360.com.Read More →
Affordable solar Big, bold renewable energy targets are impressive on the face of it, but closer examination is needed to see if they will benefit all solar sectors – or primarily utilities. New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed the Energy Transition Act (ETA) that aimed to position the stateRead More →
Dennis Schröder / NREL Although COVID-19 will likely take center stage in the 2020 presidential election, the climate crisis is also a critical issue. Replacing fossil fuels with renewables like solar power will be a hot topic in this year’s debate and beyond. President Trump has long had an unfavorableRead More →
Energy technology company AES has made a strategic investment in 5B, an Australian energy start-up that manufactures plug and play modular solar solutions. 5B recently closed an A $ 12 million Series A investment round that secured funding from AES, among others. This investment will now be used to fundRead More →
Chief Minister of Gujarat, Vijay Rupani has decided to extend the validity of “Gujarat Solar Policy-2015” till December 31, 2020. The policy was previously in force till March 31, 2020. State Energy Minister Saurabh Patel added that due to the current situation due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the state governmentRead More →
The Governor of New Mexico has reinstated solar tax credits for homes and businesses. Study Finds Vermont Won’t Hit Solar Goal on Current TrajectoryMontpelier, Vermont A recent report by the Vermont Energy Investment Corporation found that solar energy progress in the state has steadily declined over the past three yearsRead More →
The Government of Rajasthan, through the Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation Limited (RRECL), launched its 2019 Solar Power Policy. The policy aims to deploy 25 GW of solar power capacity in the state by 2020-21 and 50 GW over the next 5-6 years to meet the renewable energy purchase obligations (RPO)Read More →
According to GTM Research, China’s recently announced changes to national solar policies will have significant impacts on the global PV market and likely the first contraction in global PV demand since before 2000. The country’s National Energy Administration, National Development and Reform Commission and Ministry of Finance have issued newRead More →