Ryan Kennedy
Solar FlexRack trackers supplied for 42 MW Illinois community solar portfolio
The company leveraged its experience in cold weather projects to support the clean energy deployment.
A 100% solar community in Florida suffered no power losses from Hurricane Ian
Just 12 miles from Fort Meyers, Babcock Ranch was built with climate resiliency in mind.
What to consider when attaching a battery to rooftop solar
A growing share of residential solar projects now attach energy storage batteries. In part one, we consider the backup power feature of batteries.
How long do residential solar batteries last?
Multiple factors affect lifespan of a residential battery energy storage system. We examine the life of batteries in Part 3 of our series.
Utility-scale developer to recycle 95% of value of end-of-life solar panels with SolarCycle
Silicon Ranch, a major U.S. utility-scale solar developer with a 5 GW portfolio, entered an agreement to recycle its panels at the end of their useful life.
How long do residential solar inverters last?
Multiple factors affect the productive lifespan of a residential solar inverter. In Part 2 of our series, we look at solar inverters.
California law to require automated, instant rooftop solar permits
Cutting project timelines and costs, automated permits support a more rapid buildout of clean energy.
Virtual Power Plants (VPP) to unlock energy savings, backup power for renters
VPPs represent an innovative way to efficiently use distributed solar and storage, offering savings and backup power to renters. In California, PearlX and Sunnova, among others, are launching services that connect renters with solar, backup energy storage, and bill savings.
Why did I reform my views on Net Energy Metering (NEM)?
Grid controls expert, economist-at-large, and California residential solar customer Ahmad Faruqui shares his views on net metering reform.
California renters will now have access to community solar
A new market for residents to opt in to renewable energy contracts opens in California following Gavin Newsom’s signature on the Community Renewable Energy Act. The law will now be evaluated and implemented by the California Public Utilities Commission.
