Duke Energy connected 500 MW of solar in 2016
Just because the calendar turned to 2017, however, doesn’t mean the utility is planning to slow down its solar acquisition. It’s seeking to add at least 460 MW this year as well.
Recurrent Energy brings big Astoria plants to life
The two projects, named Astoria and Astoria 2, could power 40,000 homes with clean energy from the 175 MW they produce.
APS unveils its largest utility-scale solar plant
The 40-MW Red Rock Solar Plant, developed, owned and operated by Arizona Public Service will supply power to Arizona State University and PayPal.
GameChange contributes to Caribbean PV growth
GameChange Solar is about to ship 6 MW of PV to an unidentified island in the Caribbean, helping the region recover from the widespread damage wrought by Hurricane Matthew late last year.
DOE report reveals solar now employs 374,000
In 2016, the industry maintained its status as the largest electricity-generation employer by a factor of two.
EDF snags PPA for 111.2 MW California solar plant
The Valentine Solar Project, located in Kern County’s Mojave Desert, is expected to start selling electricity to Southern California Edison in 2019.
BNEF: Global solar investment fell 32% in 2016
While much of this decline is due to lower system costs, it was a difficult year for the solar industry despite a 20% growth in installation capacity.
Altenex unveils new vehicle for short-term renewable power sales
The renewable energy procurement company’s “PowerBloks” give C&I customers the ability to buy power on more flexible terms.
Mercom: Total solar corporate funding falls 64% in 2016
It was not a pretty year for solar finance, but some sectors remained unscathed.
Brookfield bids to take over TerraForm Power, Global on the cheap
The Canadian asset manager’s latest offer is in line with TerraForm’s early January deadline for bids, and includes both buy-out and sponsorship options.
