A new federal transmission rule won’t help renewables projects anytime soon
Although promptly deploying grid-enhancing technologies and advanced conductors could speed interconnection in the short term, a new federal transmission rule will improve interconnection only once new transmission is built, said panelists on a webinar.
Has the Inflation Reduction Act bolstered the U.S. solar supply chain?
Wood Mackenzie is tracking the capacity that manufacturers have announced will come online in the U.S.; however, three challenges remain including a balance of materials, pricing and tariffs.
Sunrise brief: Fronius unveils residential string inverter for rooftop solar.
Also on the rise: Vermont becomes first state with Climate Superfund Act. Solar project developers face opposition from Joshua Tree conservationists. And more.
Solar project developers face opposition from Joshua Tree conservationists
The site of the Aratina Solar Center in Kern County, California, is home to western Joshua trees, and therefore the developer has to comply with the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act that was enacted in July 2023. Incidental Take Permits authorize renewable energy developers to remove trees with an option to pay a standard mitigation fee rather than complete mitigation actions.
Vermont becomes first state with Climate Superfund Act
The Vermont legislation intends to hold fossil fuel corporations responsible for climate change.
Sunrise brief: ‘Misguided’ CPUC vote may derail California community solar
Also on the rise: Are false pretenses driving solar cell tariff case? Long-duration energy storage poised to outcompete lithium-ion batteries. And more.
In case you missed it: Five big solar stories in the news this week
pv magazine USA spotlights news of the past week including market trends, project updates, policy changes and more.
Are false pretenses driving solar cell tariff case?
Global manufacturer Canadian Solar challenges prevailing support for tariffs among solar manufacturers, questions the accuracy of capacity estimations, and adverse financial effects.
CPUC vote expected to keep California community solar from reaching its full potential
Coalition for Community Solar Access says the 3-1 vote ignored the will of the California Legislature and the broad coalition of ratepayer, equity, environmental, labor, agricultural, and business groups who have demanded a functional community solar program for more than a decade.
CPUC’s revised proposed decision could decimate California’s community solar market
Just as an increasing number of states are implementing pro-active community solar policies, the California Public Utilities Commission is set to vote on a revised proposed decision that fails to seize on the opportunity to create a vibrant market, according to the Coalition for Community Solar Access.
