Solar+storage project underway at New Mexico State University
“The major benefit is that we’ll be able to receive power during the noon-to-early-evening window, usually when the energy demand is at its peak,” said an NMSU official.
West Virginia’s largest-ever solar project gets siting approval
92.5 MW of solar could be coming to 795 acres in Jefferson County, after state regulators granted a siting certificate to Wild Hill Solar LLC.
Hawaiian Electric surpasses RPS target on path to 100% renewables
Renewable resources accounted for half of the electric power serving Maui County in 2020, a first.
Sony lab and LF Energy partner to advance peer-to-peer microgrid
The partners said that enabling peer-to-peer microgrid energy trading would allow even remote communities to store and distribute energy without connecting to large-scale power stations or distribution grids.
SolarEdge to supply electric powertrain units and batteries for Fiat EV
SolarEdge’s e-Mobility division will supply Fiat with full electrical powertrain units and batteries for the automaker’s E-Ducato light commercial vehicle.
Sunrise brief: Texas grid struggles to recover from winter storm, massive outages
Also on the rise: Appalachian Power issues an RFP for 300 MW of renewables, Canadian Solar closes its Japan fund, and a battery recycler is acquired.
BLM advances 350 MW solar project proposed on public lands
President Biden recently ordered the Interior Department to help boost responsible renewable energy development on public property.
University wins approval for a 2.4 MW solar array in Wisconsin
The university claimed the project will be the largest state-owned solar array and will help save $217,000 annually.
Military veterans are poised to help lead record solar growth
The Solar Ready Vets Fellowship program offers a pathway to connect solar companies with military veterans.
Longroad buys Arizona solar capacity from First Solar
The projects include 200 MW slated to enter service in June and 700 MW in early-stage development.
