Considerations for solar projects during heat waves
High temperatures can affect different components of PV systems. Inverters can fail, the efficiency of solar modules can decline, and existing cell damage can become worse. However, investors, planners, and operators can adjust to heat waves in a number of different ways.
Comparing performance of transparent solar windows to traditional windows
The results of the study by Wells Fargo Foundation and NREL initiative showed that PV-coated windows can appreciably lower the solar heat gain coefficient.
Rhode Island limits solar power property taxes
The state legislature amended their local tax laws to lock in the assessed value of land on which renewable energy projects are built.
Can renewables curtailment be rethought as a good thing?
While curtailing solar and wind energy production can be viewed as a lost opportunity, NREL argues that it may be an important feature in the future energy grid dominated by low-cost renewable energy.
Siting renewables on brownfields in Wyoming
The Brightfields Energy Siting tool identifies areas in Wyoming where new energy development is unlikely to encounter land-use conflicts.
People on the Move: CEA, Standard Lithium, BayWa r.e, and more
Job moves in solar, storage, cleantech, utilities, and energy transition finance.
50 States of Solar Incentives: Maryland
A historically solar-friendly state, Maryland’s capacity addition projections in the next few years are underwhelming, despite a suite of supportive policies and grants throughout the state.
Pittsburgh Airport solar microgrid saved $1 million in energy costs
In one year, Pittsburgh Airport’s microgrid saved so much in energy costs that it’s considering doubling the size of the installation.
GAF Energy to open solar shingle manufacturing facility in Texas
With strong demand for its Timberline nailable solar shingle, GAF Energy is looking to expand manufacturing capacity 500%.
Mississippi revamps its net metering policy
The new program tackles barriers to solar adoption for low-income customers through a net metering rate adder and a one-time $3,500 upfront cash rebate.
