New York Gov. Hochul calls for 10 GW of distributed solar by 2030
An expansion on NY-Sun could create up to 6,000 jobs and advance New York’s position towards achieving 70% renewables by 2030.
SMUD proposal would cut net metering credits, impose interconnection fees
The utility board also will vote on whether to end seasonal and time-based net metering credits in favor of a flat rate, while also prohibiting certain residential types from participating in virtual net energy metering.
Illinois clean energy bill nears finish line, industry applauds
The Climate and Equitable Jobs Act is a governor’s signature away from setting Illinois on an expected path toward 100% clean energy by 2050.
Price increases hit solar as trade uncertainties with China cloud growth goals
Price increases, supply chain disruptions, and a series of trade risks are threatening the U.S.’s ability to decarbonize the grid, warned SEIA president and CEO Abigail Ross Hopper.
Illinois House passes clean energy bill with some big solar wins
The bill includes an immediate re-start of solar incentives through the Adjustable Block Program, potentially protecting thousands of solar jobs across the state.
Making sense of the trade triple-threat to solar
A trio of trade-based issues will likely impact most solar sector players. It’s crucial to understand and track what’s going on.
How safe are smart EV chargers?
Research has uncovered critical security threats associated with some common smart EV chargers, however it’s not too late or too logistically difficult to remedy these issues.
PacifiCorp’s new IRP includes plans to ditch coal
While the full Integrated Resource Plan has yet to be submitted to regulators, we now know that PacifiCorp is planning no new investments in gas or coal, with plans to retire all coal units by 2040.
‘Advocacy needs a seat at the table’: Adam Browning reflects on 20 years of solar work
Vote Solar’s co-founder sat down with pv magazine to reflect on the organization’s origins, accomplishments, and why he’s confident it will flourish even without him.
Opening salvos are fired as the battle over solar safeguards heats up
The governments of Mexico, Malaysia, and Turkey, along with the SEIA, NextEra Energy Resources, REC Americas, and others, are chiming in to have a say in the recently reignited debate.
