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Despite innovative action in microgrid policies, states have a long way to go

A new report by Think Microgrid says most states are doing an insufficient job at deploying microgrids despite developing microgrid roadmaps.

REIT completes commercial-scale solar tax credit transfer

Solar developer Black Bear Energy said the real estate investment trust’s (REIT) transaction on the 556 kW portfolio is proof of concept that demand exists for credits of this size and risk profile.

Largest ground-mount solar project in downtown Washington D.C. now operational

The community solar installation at The Catholic University of America was built through a collaborative effort between the university and 1,200 local residents.

State-level community solar programs extend 20% monthly bill savings to low-income households

Residents in eligible states can save on their electricity bills by subscribing to community solar via the Clean Energy Connector software. The Department of Energy is inviting more states to join the program, which vets solar providers and integrates consumer protections.

Clean Energy Connector pilot launches in Illinois, New Mexico and Washington D.C.

The software tool is designed to connect eligible households to community solar projects through the Department of Health and Human Services’ HHS’s Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).

Sunrise brief: SolarEdge announces reduction of global workforce

Also on the rise: Peloton’s loss is First Solar’s gain. Vertical solar mount first of kind to achieve UL certification. And more.

DC Green Bank funds solar projects that benefit LMI communities 

The 125 kW portfolio consists of nine residential solar installations and adds to Copernican Energy’s existing 208 kW portfolio in Wards 7 and 8. 

D.C. area targets 250,000 solar rooftops by 2030

There are currently about 72,000 solar rooftops in the target region that includes Washington D.C., Northern Virginia and parts of Maryland.

Solar project construction begins at Dulles International Airport

A 100 MW solar and 50 MW energy storage project will be constructed on the southwest corner of the airport. Dominion will provide renewable energy services in exchange for the provided land area.

Utility ordered to repay customers for illegal community solar metering

Pepco was found to undercount solar generation and failed to credit its customers in a timely fashion.

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