Sunrise brief: U.S. solar trade case moves forward
Also on the rise: Bosch unveils water source heat pumps for residential, commercial applications. More states now require smart inverters, enabling more distributed solar. And more.
U.S. solar trade case moves forward
The U.S. International Trade Commission unanimously voted that solar cell manufacturing in Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam, supported by local incentives, is harming U.S. industry. This decision paves the way for the Commerce Department to finalize its determinations on Countervailing Duties by July 18 and Anti-Dumping duties by October 1.
Solar panel import tariffs are affecting the industry by increasing prices by up to 286%
Clean Energy Associates released a summary of the seven solar module trade policies and solar panel import tariffs currently in place, including AD/CVD rulings, Section 201/302, and the Uyghur Protection Act. These tariffs have significantly increased, or will increase, the cost of hardware imports into the United states – predominantly from China, but not exclusively – by 91% to 286%.
Sunrise brief: A new federal transmission rule won’t help renewables projects anytime soon
Also on the rise: The IRA effect on domestic supply chain. Solar carport to provide 100% electricity needs for Los Angeles Six Flags. And more.
RFP alert: CAISO and TID seek renewable energy and storage projects
Using the Ascend Analytics Energy Exchange, Turlock Irrigation District announces a request for proposals to meet its California Renewable Portfolio Standards and reliability goals.
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: ‘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.
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.
Sunrise brief: Solar industry panel cautions about 2025 Texas Legislature
Also on the rise: Florida does a heel-turn on renewables, solar provides 31% of California’s electricity in April, and perovskites move into production.
Sunrise brief: Rooftop bladeless wind energy innovation secures $9 million in funding
Also on the rise: A faltering SunPower now offers Tesla Powerwall 3 to residential solar customers. California is now a batteries-included rooftop solar market. And more.
