SMUD proposal would cut net metering credits, impose interconnection fees
The utility board also will vote on whether to end seasonal and time-based net metering credits in favor of a flat rate, while also prohibiting certain residential types from participating in virtual net energy metering.
Illinois clean energy bill nears finish line, industry applauds
The Climate and Equitable Jobs Act is a governor’s signature away from setting Illinois on an expected path toward 100% clean energy by 2050.
Sunrise brief: A 40% ITC is proposed, but with a few strings
Also on the rise: Illinois House finally passes an energy bill, Mitsubishi Heavy tests the water of solar ownership, and a former junk yard now plays home to solar.
House panel offers details on solar benefits in $3.5t budget bill
If passed later this year, the bill as currently drafted would extend the full ITC for 10 years before phasing it down between 2032 and 2033.
Illinois House passes clean energy bill with some big solar wins
The bill includes an immediate re-start of solar incentives through the Adjustable Block Program, potentially protecting thousands of solar jobs across the state.
Sunrise brief: Study weighs key factors in choosing monofacial vs. bifacial
Also on the rise: Making sense of the triple trade threat facing solar, proposed rules could speed up energy storage deployment in California, and water and a wipe may help cool down hot solar modules.
Making sense of the trade triple-threat to solar
A trio of trade-based issues will likely impact most solar sector players. It’s crucial to understand and track what’s going on.
California looks to speed up energy storage deployment
The state’s Energy Commission wants to grant licenses in less than 45 days for battery energy storage systems 20 MW or larger in size.
Sunrise brief: Market report signals a strong year-end finish for energy storage
Also on the rise: Heliene expands its panel manufacturing capacity, leading Chinese producers agree on 182mm standardization, and a battery recycler plans a facility in the Deep South.
Letter signed by 750 companies calls on Congress for long-term solar policy certainty
The companies, led by SEIA, lay out six policy actions deemed necessary to grow the industry to the size needed to fight climate change and realize clean energy goals.
