Agrivoltaics may be one answer to solar buildout in Tennessee
Researchers at the University of Tennessee found that operational and contracted utility-scale solar installations in the state will require up to nearly 15,000 acres of land. To meet Tennessee Valley Authority’s goal of adding 10 GW by 2035, another 100,000 acres of land will be needed.
SunPower survey finds education is essential to scaling residential solar
Fewer than 5% of domestic homes are solar-powered today, as consumers list cost and confusion about IRA benefits as primary deterrents to installing energy efficient appliances and solar panels at home.
Sunrise brief: Arizona to vote on 37% slash to solar net metering
Also on the rise: Microsoft invests in 6.6 MW solar facility in Mississippi. Texas to activate its first virtual power plants. And more.
Arizona to vote on 37% slash to solar net metering
A proposed amendment would supersede the 10% reduction cap currently enforced by law.
SolarEdge joins Xcel Energy’s virtual power plant incentive program in Colorado
The Renewable Battery Connect initiative will call on home battery owners to discharge power to the grid when electricity demand is especially high, and provide them with financial incentives in return.
Sunrise brief: How to avoid solar antidumping tariffs
Also on the rise: California utility pays $175,000 settlement for false ‘renewable’ advertising. Through workforce partnership, Lyft offers solar workers a ride to work. And more.
How to avoid solar antidumping tariffs
A note from Clean Energy Associates (CEA) shares tips for getting solar components into the U.S. market duty free.
Extended grid infrastructure grant deadline encourages more Native Nations to apply
The DOE Grid Deployment Office decided to extend the deadline in response to updated disaster data, which increased grant allocations for 243 tribes to better account for the probability of climate-related disruptions on native land.
Sunrise brief: Solar industry reacts to finding that five module makers violated antidumping laws
Also on the rise: California solar generation grew twentyfold in a decade. KiloVault introduces solar-ready DIY off-grid battery. And more.
California solar generation grew twentyfold in a decade
New data shows that the energy mix in California is moving away from fossil fuels, and embracing wind, solar and other clean resources.
