Maine Senate fights back with bill to fix solar policies
A bill which would return an essential feature of the state’s net metering policy has passed the Maine Senate, but has a long road ahead of it.
Trump’s steel, aluminum tariffs to increase solar costs
The president has announced a 25% tariff on imported steel and 10% on aluminum. While the details remain unclear, this will inevitably raise prices for PV installations.
Solaria suing partner over trade secret misappropriation
The company is suing Genesem, a South Korean equipment manufacturing partner, for using Solaria’s technology outside of agreements.
HECO seeks 300MW of renewable energy in new RFP
Utilities on three Hawaiian islands have put out a request for proposals to build wind and solar projects, with an option of energy storage. The goal is to maximize ITC value before it drops down in 2022.
Enphase seeks Section 201 exclusion for AC modules
The company has registered as a lobbyist with K Street’s most experienced WTO law firm – Sidley Austin LLP.
A soft path to residential PV cost reduction
The biggest opportunities to reduce the cost of residential PV installations are in the “soft”, non-material sectors, according to an NREL study.
12 hours of energy storage enough for U.S. to run on 80% solar+wind
Scientists in California have modeled a solar-heavy/wind power electricity grid, without nationwide HVDC, that could reliably deliver 80% of U.S. electricity needs. 100% of needs would require 3 weeks of energy storage.
SEIA plays defense with new strategic vision
SEIA has publicly outlined its strategy, which focuses on defending existing policies, and offers goals for solar adoption which represent a slow-down from current growth rates.
Enphase shows turnaround in Q4 2017 results
The struggling microinverter maker narrowed losses considerably in Q4, as it unveils new products and expands in new markets.
DEPCOM wins custody of solar modules
The victory over CSUN for possession of $1.6 million of solar modules, however, was just the beginning of an ongoing dispute between the two companies.
