Anne Fischer
November high pressure delivers high irradiance in the Northeast U.S., clouds in the Gulf
In a weekly update for pv magazine, Solcast, a DNV company, reports that North America in November experienced a divide in irradiance patterns across the continent.
Geothermal heat pumps help decarbonize energy use and more
Mass adoption of geothermal heat pumps can decarbonize buildings, thus reducing grid transmission needs, according to a report conducted by researchers Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory.
Largest solar installation in Mississippi begins operations
The 135 MWdc Delta’s Edge solar farm will provide clean energy to over 14,000 homes in the state.
After a banner year, U.S. solar industry back on roller coaster through 2026
Solar Energy Industries Association and Wood Mackenzie report estimates that 33 GW of solar was added in 2023. Despite economic challenges in the near future, solar is expected to be the largest source of generating capacity by 2050.
Community collaboration for solar success is key to minimizing opposition
Affirmative arguments for how solar energy will offer tangible benefits like improving the local economy, providing landowners with a steady source of revenue through long-term rent payments, and lowering electricity bills can cultivate a good working relationship between the developer, landowner, and community.
Four community solar projects to serve LMI residents in New York City area
Ampion partners with UGE on four rooftop community solar projects with approximately half the electricity generated reserved to help low- to moderate-income residents save on electricity bills
M10 solar cell prices dive to new record low
In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry.
Renewable energy industry outlook shines a light on solar
Deloitte’s 2024 industry outlook identifies five trends and details the challenges, while predicting a strong future for U.S. solar and storage.
Heliene expands solar manufacturing in the U.S.
Minnesota manufacturing to be doubled in size from 150 MW to 300 MW of solar modules, creating approximately 130 new jobs.
What drives solar adoption not equal across income levels
Lawrence Berkeley researchers studied how solar buying decisions are influenced across varying income levels and offer rationale for policy changes and incentives to spur adoption among low- to middle-income households.
