U.S. utility-scale solar to more than double installations year-over-year
Over 10.4 GW was deployed in 2022, while 2023 totals may exceed 24 GW, said Lawerence Berkeley National Laboratory.
California solar installation complete and ready for sheep grazing
The Fallon Two Rock Road Solar Farm will produce an estimated 2.3 GW/h each year as part of Marin Clean Energy’s portfolio.
Sunrise brief: The race for 100% solar
Also on the rise: Dominion Energy proposes more than a dozen utility-scale solar projects. Ryobi introduces foldable 60 W solar panel for mobile tool charging. And more.
Dominion Energy proposes more than a dozen utility-scale solar projects
If approved, the projects are expected to generate 772 MW of electricity, or enough to power about 200,000 Virginia homes.
Sunrise brief: Pollinator-friendly community solar project with battery storage
Also on the rise: Solar O&M contract prices averaged $7.90/kW in 2022, says WoodMac. High resolution satellite imagery for residential PV system detection. And more.
Pollinator-friendly community solar project with battery storage
The 5 MWac Elmbrook Community Solar Farm, developed by Eden Renewables and owned by PureSky Energy, features hybrid battery storage and will generate enough electricity to power 1,566 homes.
Sunrise brief: New website provides automated engineering stamps for residential solar
Also on the rise: Building not your average dream home. APsystems releases AC-coupled residential battery charger. And more.
Large solar projects have no negative impact on property values, study says
A study commissioned by Conservative Texans for Energy Innovation, Advanced Power Alliance and the Solar Energy Industries Association looked at market trends near six utility-scale solar projects.
Massachusetts can save 4.6 million metric tons of carbon by changing solar development strategy
A report from the Massachusetts Audubon Society highlights the need for alternative development strategies like rooftop solar to preserve the sequestered carbon of forests.
Utility-scale project updates for booming Texas solar market
pv magazine USA shares updates on three projects in the largest solar market in the United States.
