Ryan Kennedy
Publicly traded solar installer Sunworks files for bankruptcy
The residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural solar installer files for bankruptcy amid troubled macroeconomic conditions for distributed solar nationwide.
Optimizing photovoltaic grid integration through active power management
PV systems, surpassing minimum load demands in various regions, necessitate innovative grid integration measures. Active power management (APM), notably curtailment, emerges as a powerful solution here. By actively managing power peaks, PV systems can unlock new possibilities, contribute to grid stability, and enhance their overall value. The new IEA-PVPS Task 14 report encourages a shift in perspective, urging DSOs to explore the potential of APM instead of traditional grid expansion methods.
CubicPV halts U.S. solar silicon wafer factory plans
The company will instead focus on producing perovskite tandem modules.
Yaskawa Solectria Solar to exhibit U.S.-made utility-scale inverters
In partnership with solar panel manufacturer First Solar, the company developed the inverters to reduce degradation rates.
Utah bill proposes rooftop solar net metering rate protection
In the wake of net metering cuts leading to an industrywide implosion in California, Utah regulators are proposing a law that would increase compensation for exporting rooftop solar generation.
Super Bowl to be hosted in first 100% renewable energy NFL stadium
The Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas sources 10 MW of off-site solar, as well as wind, geothermal and hydroelectric power, among other sustainability measures.
Enphase Q4 revenues drop 35% in U.S. and 70% in Europe
Reduced demand and reduced shipments due to high unsold inventory at distributors cratered the company’s revenues in its Q4 2023 report.
Solar corporate funding rises 42% globally in 2023
Over $34.3 billion was raised over 160 deals, said a report from Mercom Capital.
Long-duration energy storage market to reach $223 billion in 20 years
Alternatives to lithium-ion batteries are likely to emerge, according to a report on IDTechEx.
Five drivers of New York City solar energy expansion
Changing regulations, programs, and renewable energy targets are placing New York City on a path for increased solar buildout.
