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DOE releases funds to streamline siting and permitting for renewables

The U.S. Department of Energy announced up to $22 million in funds under its Renewable Energy Siting through Technical Engagement and Planning (R-STEP) program.

Polar Racking fixed-tilt mount supports 38 MW solar project in Canada

Concord Green Energy selected the mounting provider for its fixed-tilt solar mounts.

IRS releases updated guidance on energy communities

Tax adders are offered for projects within brownfield, coal and other communities that will face challenges in the transition away from fossil fuels. 

Sunrise brief: Ohio’s $1 billion, 800 MW solar project gains regulatory approval

Also on the rise: U.S. states have a lot of work to do on energy policy. IRA clean energy projects to create 30,000 North Carolina jobs, $10 billion to GDP. And more.

U.S. solar industry week in review

pv magazine USA spotlights news stories of the past week including market trends, project updates, policy changes and more.

IRA clean energy projects to create 30,000 North Carolina jobs, $10 billion to GDP

Over $7.6 billion in wages are expected to be generated from already-announced Inflation Reduction Act supported projects, said a report from E2.

U.S. Boiler unveils hydronic heat pump for residential applications

The U.S.-based manufacturer said its new heat pump system has 5-ton capacity and a coefficient of performance of up to 3.95. It uses difluoromethane (R32) as the refrigerant and relies on DC inverter enhanced vapor injection (EVI) technology.

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U.S. states have a lot of work to do on energy policy

The Institute for Local Self-Reliance rates states on policies related to energy democracy and accountability, and with 26 receiving failing grades, this year’s scorecard suggests that states can do far better.

Sunrise brief: California cuts interconnection costs for distributed solar developers that agree to export limits

Also on the rise: NABCEP conference 2024 shining bright in Raleigh. KKR and EIG invest more than $1 billion in equity and debt financing in Avantus. And more.

California cuts interconnection costs for distributed solar developers that agree to export limits

By agreeing to limit exports to the grid at peak generation hours, distributed energy resources like rooftop solar and energy storage can now avoid delays and costly infrastructure upgrades.

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