Sunrise brief: Preventing cyberattacks on distributed energy resources
Also on the rise: SunPower adds 23k new customers and doubles earnings in record Q3. College students compete in simulated cyber attack on a solar installation. And more.
College students compete in simulated cyber attack on a solar installation
The 2022 CyberForce Competition promotes cybersecurity careers that protect the nation’s energy systems.
Preventing cyberattacks on distributed energy resources
As cyber risks rise with increasing deployment of distributed energy resources, the government and industry are defining the steps needed to ensure cybersecurity.
Sunrise brief: Idaho utility plans to slash rooftop solar net metering 60%
Also on the rise: Canada introduces major investment tax credits for clean energy. A majority of new solar panels will retain 80% production after 30 years. And more.
Canada introduces major investment tax credits for clean energy
Canada’s 30% tax credits for clean technologies aims to level playing field with the U.S. and spur adoption of green technologies.
EU raises concerns about production requirements in U.S. Inflation Reduction Act
The European Union and the United States are seeking a solution for key aspects of “discriminatory” production requirements in the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The EU said it might bring the case to the World Trade Organization if a compromise cannot be reached.
Sunrise brief: California set to release anti-rooftop solar net metering plan
Also on the rise: Duke Energy puts $4 billion price tag on renewable energy unit. Hover Energy’s 36 kW rooftop-mounted microgrid combines wind, solar and energy storage. And more.
BayWa r.e. optimizes business model for agrivoltaics
BayWa r.e. has begun optimizing its sheep count while experimenting with shepherd partnership business models.
Air-source heat pump for harsh, cold climates
Carrier will soon begin field tests for a prototype air-source heat pump for cold climates. It is designed to provide high-efficiency heating performance in harsh climates with temperatures equal or below negative 20.2 degrees Fahrenheit, while being grid-interactive. The heating tech specialist expects to commercialize the solution by 2024.
Duke Energy puts $4 billion price tag on renewable energy unit
By selling its renewable business, the southern utility plans to focus on its core operations. The sale could amount to the largest renewable transaction in the U.S.
