Solar and energy storage in New England: It’s complicated
Greentech Media’s Solar and Storage Symposium looked at the big picture in terms of policies and markets, in a region where complexity reigns.
Massachusetts’ opportunity to get SMART about solar
In this op-ed Vote Solar takes a look at what it will take to keep up the momentum of Massachusetts’ solar market.
Florida approves Duke’s solar plan despite SEIA’s objections
Despite intense opposition to the proposed settlement from solar’s national association, the Sunshine State’s Public Service Commission will allow Duke Energy Florida to build about 175 megawatts of solar-generation per year through 2021.
Puerto Rican Senator to USITC: Don’t kneecap our grid’s future
The possibly bright future of the Puerto Rican electrical grid could be put at risk if severe penalties are imposed on imported solar modules, said Puerto Rican Senator Eduardo Bhatia in a letter to the commission.
Hawaii introduces a new set of distributed solar programs
While the “Smart Export” program may be a better deal for customers with batteries, Hawaii regulators are only committing to interim programs, and have not provided a long-term solution to the issue of DG compensation.
Avangrid begins to move into solar
The power company has mostly build wind to date, but has announced 300 MW of solar projects.
Kaua’i to get its biggest solar + storage system to date
The island, which has been called a ‘postcard from the future’ for its high levels of solar and energy storage, is getting ready for 28 MW more solar and 20 MW of batteries.
Amid devastation, Tesla begins restoring power in Puerto Rico
Current estimates suggest 80% of Puerto Rico is still without power, but thanks to Elon Musk’s efforts at least one children’s hospital has been able to turn the lights on.
Midwest solar markets: An interview with Sean Gallagher
Sean Gallagher of SEIA comments on the burgeoning regional solar market at the Solar Midwest conference in Chicago.
Georgia Power to open community solar program in January
The 3 MW program which opens in January offers a share in solar – for a remarkably steep price.
