Appeals panel backs EPA clawback of federal solar grants
The decision recognizes leeway for the Trump administration to determine how best to administer a prior legislative initiative – namely, federal grants for clean-energy projects.
National Laboratories releases energy procurement navigation tool
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory’s tool helps public and private energy buyers, like colleges, utilities, local governments, industrial buyers and more, explore off-site electricity options with cost-informed insights tailored to their specific goals.
Clean energy transition requires more comprehensive local planning, study says
Local energy initiatives have increased at the local level, but researchers say more focus on addressing spatial planning and economic benefits is needed in the renewable energy transition.
kWh Analytics launches excess natural catastrophe insurance for solar projects
The new coverage will provide up to $20 million in additional expanded capacity, covering damage from severe storms in non-coastal regions.
In case you missed it: Six big solar stories in the news this week
pv magazine USA spotlights news of the past week including market trends, project updates, policy changes and more.
RE+ preview: Mission Solar introduces residential and commercial modules
The company will display a 435 W N-type solar panel for residential projects, among other products, at the RE+ trade show in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Illinois incentives bolster battery, solar manufacturing growth
REV Illinois provides tax credits to businesses that will support the development and growth of electric vehicles and other products essential to the renewable energy sector.
People on the move: Berkeley Lab, LPL Solar, Centuri and more
Job moves in solar, storage, cleantech, utilities and energy transition finance.
California asked to fine utilities $10 million for rooftop solar obstruction
A formal complaint was filed by the California Solar and Storage Association against electric utilities that are accused of routinely ignoring grid connection application timelines.
Solar-powered schools act as living laboratories for learning
Linking classroom curriculums to onsite generation provides a hands-on introduction to clean energy.
