Solar expected to be largest source of U.S. new generating capacity in 2022
About 46% of new generating capacity is expected to be PV, giving it the largest share of the new generation mix.
Alencon expands its Philly R&D and manufacturing facility
The company has also doubled its workforce and improved the energy efficiency of the facility, which is used to manufacture Alencon’s galvanically isolated DC:DC optimizers and research next-generation technology innovations.
Washington renewable energy advocates support community solar incentive bill
House Bill 1814 places a focus on expanding the opportunities for low-income residents to realize the benefits of renewable energy through the installation of community solar projects throughout the state.
Goldman Sachs invests $250 million in Hydrostor to advance long-duration energy storage projects
The investment is planned to support development and construction of Hydrostor’s 1.1 GW, 8.7 GWh of Advanced Compressed Air Energy Storage projects that are well underway in California and Australia, and help expand Hydrostor’s project development pipeline globally.
RFP Alert: 11.5 GW of renewables mandated by CPUC
Three community choice aggregators are seeking project proposals for solar and long duration energy storage in northern and central California following a procurement mandate for all load-serving entities in the state.
GoodWe rebrands as a ‘Smart Energy Innovator’
GoodWe’s new logo and slogan are intended to reflect the company’s increased commitment to harnessing smart technology.
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.
Appalachian Power looks to add 300 MW of solar over the next three years
The utility has released its short-term energy plan, as required by the Virginia Clean Economy Act.
With Build Back Better in the freezer, solar may struggle to heat up this year
Brandon Conard, managing partner at SolRiver Capital, offered pv magazine some thoughts on the halting of Build Back Better, and what may be ahead for the solar industry.
