93% of utility-scale batteries that came online in 2021 were paired with solar power generation
EIA Annual Electric Generator Report finds that the greatest change in battery use is for price arbitrage.
Sunrise brief: Solar investment tax credit to be extended 10 years at 30%, per Inflation Reduction Act
Also on the rise: As Texans are asked to cut energy use amidst a heat wave, solar and batteries step up. Intersect Power places order for 2.4 GW of First Solar modules. And more.
As Texans are asked to cut energy use amidst a heat wave, solar and batteries step up
The Texas grid is having energy supply issues as heat waves cause energy demand to spike. Rooftop solar and energy storage offer relief for homeowners and the grid at large.
Intersect Power places order for 2.4 GW of First Solar modules
A long-time customer of First Solar’s, Intersect Power is expected to be one of the largest buyers and operators of First Solar technology by 2027.
Solar investment tax credit to be extended 10 years at 30%
As written in the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, the tax credit will begin at 30% and step down to 26% in 2033 and 22% in 2034.
Borrego spin off, ECP, rebrands as New Leaf Energy
Solar and energy storage development business to operate as New Leaf Energy, an independent arm of ECP focused on distributed generation and utility-scale projects in the US.
Sunrise brief: Democrats reach $370 billion energy and climate deal in reconciliation bill
Also on the rise: White House announces solar initiatives to reduce electricity bills, create clean energy jobs. Solar powered lawn mowing. And more.
Manchin and Democrats reach $370 billion energy and climate deal
Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) announced his support for a new reconciliation package named the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, which includes billions in spending for clean energy.
White House announces solar initiatives to reduce electricity bills, create clean energy jobs
The Biden-Harris administration launches low-income energy assistance program and funding to support careers in solar energy in underserved areas.
EnergySage adds solar financing for businesses
The informational site partnered with Sunstone Credit to link commercial customers with solar financing options.
