Community collaboration for solar success is key to minimizing opposition
Affirmative arguments for how solar energy will offer tangible benefits like improving the local economy, providing landowners with a steady source of revenue through long-term rent payments, and lowering electricity bills can cultivate a good working relationship between the developer, landowner, and community.
Over half of solar facility loss claim costs are due to hail damage
GCube Insurance said despite representing less than 2% of total claims filed, hail damage represents over 50% of total costs incurred.
U.S. Virgin Islands cover 30% of electricity needs with six solar-plus-battery facilities
About 124 MWh of Honeywell battery energy storage systems will be installed alongside six solar facilities with a combined capacity of 140 MW.
People on the move: Omnidian, kWh Analytics, Kore Power and more
Job moves in solar, storage, cleantech, utilities and energy transition finance.
Sharp unveils 575 W TOPCon solar panel with 22.26% efficiency
Sharp’s new IEC61215- and IEC61730-certified solar panels have an operating temperature coefficient of -0.30% per C and a bifaciality factor of over 80%.
U.S. draft rules may disqualify Australian critical minerals from IRA subsidies
A number of critical mineral producers will likely be ineligible for U.S. Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) subsidies, as the US government has published draft rules forbidding access to enterprises with stakes held by Chinese investors.
RFP alert: New York seeks “expedited” solar
As part of the state’s recently launched ten-point plan to speed up the deployment of renewable energy, New York has released an RFP to maintain momentum toward its clean energy goals, with project awards imminent. Initial applications are due in ten days.
Ensuring equitable access to influx of clean energy jobs
Registered apprenticeship programs are one way to ensure that a large, diverse workforce can build the infrastructure necessary to hit 2030 targets for renewable electricity generation.
Renewable energy industry outlook shines a light on solar
Deloitte’s 2024 industry outlook identifies five trends and details the challenges, while predicting a strong future for U.S. solar and storage.
How to convert IEC standards into actionable procedures for your team
Solar workflow management systems provider illu provides perspective on best practices and procedures.
