Sunrise brief: How Mosaic is able to accelerate growth in uncertain times
Also on the rise: Toledo Solar talks made-in-USA solar for stable supply chains, lower emissions, fair labor. What’s the value of curtailing renewables? And more.
Solar on Wisconsin city hall provides for more than half of the complex’s energy needs
The 389 kW rooftop system puts Wauwatosa on track to cut carbon emissions by 50% by 2030.
Pittsburgh Airport solar microgrid saved $1 million in energy costs
In one year, Pittsburgh Airport’s microgrid saved so much in energy costs that it’s considering doubling the size of the installation.
Food producer to install distributed solar and storage with Qcells
Jayone Foods is partnering with Qcells North America Distributed Energy to offset up to 90% of its energy demand with a 718 kW solar, 556 kWh energy storage system.
Sunrise brief: Panasonic plans $4 billion US electric vehicle battery factory
Also on the rise: No resting on laurels, New York seeks to improve upon successful solar programs. Shipping costs remain key challenge for solar sector. And more.
Novel method to turn existing solar parks into agrivoltaic facilities
An international research team has developed a new methodology to increase levels of pollination at ground-mounted solar plants. It involves the development of new vegetated land cover below and around solar parks.
Navajo Nation community gains energy independence with solar plus storage
Hard Rock Chapter House in Navajo Nation is now powered by clean, resilient and affordable energy.
Nelnet acquires GRNE Solutions
The acquisition expands Nelnet into engineering, procurement, and construction services, with additional offerings in battery backup, electric vehicle charging, energy monitoring, and operations and maintenance services.
CleanCapital acquires BQ Energy
Looking to expand from its role as long-term owner to a more comprehensive development and origination model, CleanCapital has acquired the landfill and brownfield developer, as well as its 1 GW project pipeline.
Sunrise brief: Groundbreaking ruling in California simplifies grid connection process for distributed solar and storage
Also on the rise: Single axis trackers on a commercial rooftop increase generation 37%. Tesla Powerwall owners called to take part in the emergency load reduction program pilot. And more.
