U.S. solar generation has grown 12x in a decade
A report from Environment America shows how solar and other decarbonized technologies are quickly replacing fossil fuels.
Overhaul regional grid operators to speed renewables, says energy lawyer
Harvard law lecturer Ari Peskoe says the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission should require regional grid operators to add “under-represented voices” such as state regulators to their boards, to help speed adoption of new technologies.
Tax credit boost announced for solar projects serving low-income and tribal communities
Applications are now open for the Low-Income Communities Bonus Credit Program supported by the Inflation Reduction Act. The program’s goal is to expand access to low-cost and clean energy for underserved communities.
Sunrise brief: Residential solar is getting crushed by high interest rates and regulatory changes
Also on the rise: U.S. Energy Department announces $3.5 billion to shore up electric grid. Briggs & Stratton launches new lithium iron phosphate battery packages. And more.
DOE grant funds Iowa State University agrivoltaics study
A $1.8 million grant funds the research of co-locating farming and solar energy production.
Residential solar is getting crushed by high interest rates and regulatory changes
Many installers are filing for bankruptcy and stocks have crashed 15% to 30% or more based on weak guidance.
Sustainable solar ‘net zero plus’ home built with LEGO
Alexis Issaharoff has created the ‘Sustainable Solar House’ project, which generates and produces its own food, water and energy. If the project gets enough votes, LEGO will consider creating it as a kit.
Ecoflow launches ‘retrofit’ residential battery with PV-coupling technology
The 5 kWh battery solution uses Ecoflow’s PV-coupling technology that reportedly ensures an easy connection to existing solar arrays. The new product features an output voltage range of 150 to 800 V.
U.S. Energy Department announces $3.5 billion to shore up electric grid
Investing in America will fund 58 projects across 44 States to improve grid resilience and reliability.
Briggs & Stratton launches new lithium iron phosphate battery packages
The battery packages include a battery, an inverter and a control system. The US manufacturer claims its storage systems have a lifespan of over 10,000 cycles and a depth of discharge of 80%.
