New York kicks Solarize into high gear
The Empire State has deployed solar at 850 sites through the second round of its Solarize program, and is now extending the program to manufacturers.
JPMorgan Chase goes all in on renewable energy
The financial services giant plans to source renewables for 100% of its global energy needs by 2020, and to facilitate $200 billion in clean financing through 2025 – the largest commitment by any global financial institution to date.
Arizona sun rises: Judge endorses APS, solar industry settlement
After a bruising two-year battle over the value of solar, Administrative Law Judge Teena Jibilian recommended the Arizona Corporation Commission accept a settlement agreement that will bring the matter to a close.
Report: Residential, C&I solar permits surge in Florida, Nevada
South Carolina and Pennsylvania also saw significant increases in solar permits granted, but California and Colorado both dropped by nearly 30%, according to the latest OhmHome report.
DOE launches “Hit me with your SunShot” photo contest
The contest is offering up to $2,500 in prizes, and pv magazine is hoping that DOE will license the winners under public domain.
We have your back: SolarWorld offers deductibleless secondary warranties
The Oregon-based panel manufacturer launched the SolarWorld Assurance Warranty Protection Program for residential and commercial customers, designed to take effect if the original factory coverage could no longer be supported.
Strata Solar implements total quality management program
North Carolina’s largest installer of utility- and commercial-scale solar systems spent two years developing and refining a total quality management program to showcase their commitment to getting projects done right the first time.
Direct Energy quits residential solar
The company’s move is part of a trend of power companies getting out of the residential solar installation business.
New Hampshire solar rebate program hits a granite wall
The state’s Public Utility Commission froze the program on July 14, delaying processing until at least September and putting hundreds of applications on ice.
NCCETC: Net metering slowly shifting to value of solar
This quarter’s report on policies and rate design that affect distributed solar showed many of the same themes as previous reports, but also a glacial shift in approach.
