US lifts tariffs on solar products from Canada, Mexico
Canada, the United States, and Mexico signed an agreement to lift Trump-era tariffs, after an independent panel said that the duties violated the provisions of existing trade agreements.
Sunrise brief: Consortium commits to spending $6 billion on US-made solar modules
Also on the rise: Utility Dominion Energy Virginia enters rooftop solar space. New “on demand” rooftop solar investing platform. And more.
New Mexico community solar rules adopted by regulators
New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (PRC) formally adopted rules to implement a community solar program in the state that includes a 30% carve out for low-income customers and organizations.
National Solar Conference to celebrate 50 years
On June 21 to 24 in Albuquerque and online, the American Solar Energy Society will hold its conference, which will feature over 50 sessions, workshops, tours, and over 150 live speakers.
Western and Southeastern utilities’ progress in advancing 194 GW of solar projects is a mystery
As Western and Southeastern utilities process 194 GW of solar interconnection requests, we asked 20 of them about the final cost studies they completed last year, which would permit projects to move forward. Then we turned to Berkeley Lab analyses for more insights.
Honeywell batteries deployed at Hecate Energy utility-scale solar and storage project
The 50MW solar project will use 20MW/80MWh battery energy storage.
Sunrise brief: With Build Back Better in the freezer, solar may heat up slower than previously expected
Also on the rise: Renewables forecast to provide 50% of power capacity in the U.S. by 2050. A close analysis of the new distributed solar policy in New York reveals just what it will cost residents. Appalachian Power reveals short-term energy plan in keeping with Virginia Clean Economy Act. New Mexico community solar act to be finalized in April.
New Mexico Community Solar Act receives public comment
The New Mexico Community Solar Act is expected to be finalized in April.
Iberdrola-PNM merger rejected by regulators; notice of appeal filed with state Supreme Court
The merger, which received approval from five federal agencies and the Public Utility Commission of Texas, is intended to accelerate New Mexico’s clean energy future.
Feds seek solar proposals for 90,000 acres in Colorado, Nevada, and New Mexico
The Bureau of Land Management is soliciting proposals for solar development on nearly 90,000 acres of public land located across Colorado, Nevada, and New Mexico.
