Local Governments should digitize solar permitting for success
By adopting tools like SolarAPP+, cities, and counties can cut red tape, foster economic growth, and help their residents access clean, affordable energy—all without requiring new federal policies or complex legislative changes.
U.S. South and Midwest enjoy up to 30% more irradiance in March
In a new weekly update for pv magazine, Solcast, a DNV company, reports that solar irradiance surged far above the March norm in the U.S. South and Midwest, while parts of the US West and Canada were impacted by lower-than-average irradiance levels.
U.S. reshapes the non-China solar supply chain
The U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) revised antidumping and countervailing duties (AD/CVDs) on Vietnamese and Malaysian solar products in December 2024. The move has reshaped the non-Chinese supply chain, with further use of tariffs likely under the new administration, explains InfoLink’s Corrine Lin.
Strategic tariffs delivering results for the American solar industry
After years of battling unfairly priced imports, the tide is finally beginning to turn—and we now have the data to prove it.
History of U.S. tariffs and how they relate to solar
Days after entering office, the Trump administration announced tariffs on key US trading partners. While Canada and Mexico negotiated a one-month stay, it appears tariffs are set to play an even larger role in US trade policy through 2029. Paula Mints examines the history of U.S. tariffs with a focus on the solar industry.
Examining the definition of agrivoltaics
An expansive definition of agricultural dual-use must not exclude ecosystem benefits.
Why rooftop solar?
California solar homeowner believes the main importance of rooftop solar is that electricity is produced where it is consumed, but it offers several additional advantages.
Long-term issues found in warehoused solar panels
Clean Energy Associates (CEA) is receiving more calls from solar developers concerned about warehouse panel damage. CEA senior engineering manager Claire Kearns-McCoy explains how improper handling, stacking, and storage conditions can lead to long-term issues.
Third-party asset management is one way to maximize ROI and accelerate growth
Third-party asset management provides a solution by offering specialized expertise and resources, allowing owners to focus on core business objectives without compromising on performance.
Charting the effect of climate change on solar project hail risk
Individual storms can cause tens of millions in damage to installations, demonstrating the vulnerability of critical infrastructure to severe hail events.
