Grid expert slams NEM 3.0 as “proposed dystopia” in ROTH Capital webinar, offers ten reasons why
Utility rate design expert and economist-at-large Dr. Ahmad Faruqui appeared on a webinar led by Philip Shen, managing director at ROTH Capital Partners, and explained why he views the proposed California solar net metering rate design as disastrous and called upon Governor Newsom to intervene.
Sunrise brief: Goldman Sachs invests $250 million in Hydrostor
Also on the rise: Nearly half of all new capacity added to the grid will come from solar. Washington community solar bill garners support. Optimizer manufacturer Alencon expands manufacturing and R&D facilities outside of Philadelphia. GoodWe rebranding reflects the ‘smarts’ in its inverters and storage technology. Three California community choice jointly issued an RFP.
Washington renewable energy advocates support community solar incentive bill
House Bill 1814 places a focus on expanding the opportunities for low-income residents to realize the benefits of renewable energy through the installation of community solar projects throughout the state.
Sunrise brief: With Build Back Better in the freezer, solar may heat up slower than previously expected
Also on the rise: Renewables forecast to provide 50% of power capacity in the U.S. by 2050. A close analysis of the new distributed solar policy in New York reveals just what it will cost residents. Appalachian Power reveals short-term energy plan in keeping with Virginia Clean Economy Act. New Mexico community solar act to be finalized in April.
New Mexico Community Solar Act receives public comment
The New Mexico Community Solar Act is expected to be finalized in April.
Appalachian Power looks to add 300 MW of solar over the next three years
The utility has released its short-term energy plan, as required by the Virginia Clean Economy Act.
With Build Back Better in the freezer, solar may struggle to heat up this year
Brandon Conard, managing partner at SolRiver Capital, offered pv magazine some thoughts on the halting of Build Back Better, and what may be ahead for the solar industry.
New Yorkers fund 4 GW of solar for less than a cup of coffee per month
The New York’s Governor’s Office has submitted its financial proposal for 4 GW of distributed solar capacity by the year 2030, at an expected cost of $0.00082/kW.
Safety a top focus for major solar inverter provider
SolarEdge met with pv magazine to discuss the safety features of its products, as well as codes, standards, and workforce training.
U.S. policies continue to drive solar PV and wind power markets
Renewable power held a 19% share of the total power capacity in the U.S. in 2020, according to GlobalData. This share is expected to increase significantly to nearly 50% by 2030.
