Virginia legislature passes sweeping energy bill
The bill rescinds a 2015 rate review freeze to defend consumers against potential Clean Power Plan costs, and calls for much larger and faster deployment of renewable energy.
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.
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.
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.
The Carolinas lead as solar booms in the Southeast
The inaugural Solar in the Southeast report by Southern Alliance for Clean Energy finds a large disparity between progress in the Carolinas and Georgia versus the rest of the region.
Trump talks up Section 201 solar tariff
While attending a National Governors Association’s meeting President Trump claimed benefits of the Section 201 solar tariff, while disparaging Chinese product quality.
Getting ahead of the changes
Interview: Mary Powell, CEO at Vermont utility Green Mountain Power speaks with pv magazine about her unique strategy to bring clean energy and 21st century innovation by focusing on customer needs.
