Energy storage as a transmission system asset
At a grid-scale energy storage panel at Intersolar North America, industry leaders pointed to international storage project case studies that could be replicated in the U.S.
50 states of solar incentives: North Dakota
Solar hasn’t yet taken hold in North Dakota, a state that relies more on wind power when it comes to renewable energy adoption.
The outstanding success of solar on new homes in California
Even before the new home solar mandate, California had achieved groundbreaking levels of solar adoption, largely due to policy and incentives, said report by Lawrence Berkeley National Lab.
Hawaiian solar-plus-storage facility offers jobs, educational opportunities
Clearway Energy’s second solar farm on Kamehameha Schools’ land will expand 10-year internship program and clean energy education opportunities for Hawaii students.
Sunrise brief: Three global trends for solar in 2023
Also on the rise: McDonald’s signs on for 180 MW of Louisiana solar. Canadian manufacturer releases carbon-fiber solar panel for boats. And more.
EV charging network receives $7.4 million in federal funding
An equitable clean transportation future includes expanding freight corridors and EV charging infrastructure in underserved communities.
Three global trends for solar in 2023
Component cost declines, local manufacturing and distributed energy are trending in the renewable energy sector this year.
IRS releases guidance on low-income solar tax credit booster
According to IRS guidance, 1.8 GW of solar is eligible for 40% and 50% tax credits via the IRA, with the Low-Income Communities Bonus Credit Program.
Maryland bill to boost adoption of residential solar
If passed, the bill would increase Maryland’s residential clean energy grant from $1,000 to $5,000 to boost adoption of rooftop solar, create local clean energy jobs, and help meet the state’s climate goals.
$10 billion from the IRA to help clean up the industry
The IRS released guidance on how it will allocate $10 billion to grow recycling facilities, re-equip industrial facilities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 20%, and establish new manufacturing facilities that reduce our carbon footprint.
