Heat pumps competitive with gas boilers in some markets, says IEA
The International Energy Agency (IEA) says unsubsidized heat pumps are already competitive with gas boilers in mature markets including the United States, Canada, Japan, Italy, and China. It says global sales will soar to record levels by 2030.
California 100 MW solar facility now generating power for community-owned electricity providers
The Rabbitbrush Solar Facility includes a 20 MW, 50 MWh battery energy storage system.
Battery manufacturer to install massive 3.8 MW solar system at Pennsylvania HQ
The behind-the-meter project is set to be one of the largest C&I solar projects installed to date.
Why the solar industry has a trust problem (and how to fix it)
By aligning industry measurement practices, we can create more trust among everyone involved in the solar installation journey.
Sunrise brief: One of the largest solar-plus-storage facilities in Texas achieves operation
Also on the rise: Powin partners with SMA America for 2 GW supply agreement. Corporate solar doubles since 2019, displacing 20.4 million tons of carbon annually. And more.
Powin partners with SMA America for 2 GW supply agreement
Powin is expected to install battery systems over the next few years with SMA’s power inverters and other solutions.
Utility shortcuts on residential solar applications contribute to delays, researchers find
Researchers aimed to find better screening shortcuts that could fast-track more residential solar, while meeting utility concerns. Of nine utilities surveyed, three rely on smart inverters to integrate residential solar, an approach that has expedited interconnection in Hawaii.
Canada set to hit 5 GW milestone
Canada is set to install 500 MW of new solar in 2022, bringing its total capacity to about 5 GW, according to data from Canmet Energy. The country is expected to hit 35 GW of total solar capacity by 2050.
Corporate solar doubles since 2019, displacing 20.4 million tons of carbon annually
Companies in the United States are installing solar at unprecedented rates with corporate solar now accounting for 14% of installed capacity.
Sunrise brief: Ohio county rejects ban on utility-scale solar.
Also on the rise: Honnold Foundation receives $2 million to bring solar energy to underserved communities. First stop on hydrogen highway. And more.
