Sunrise brief: SEIA program aims to broaden solar’s workforce diversity
Also on the rise: PVEL adds hail stress test for modules, Wolverine signs PPA for 150 MW of capacity, and smart inverters are starting to strut their stuff.
PVEL adds hail test to its module certification program
The hail stress sequence aims to address concerns from insurers and asset owners about the ability of PV modules to withstand severe hail impacts.
SEIA launches diversity certification program
The program is intended to help companies analyze their DEIJ practices and offers training and support for a more diverse and equitable work environment.
Phoenix Solar enters service in Texas
Phoenix Solar has a 65 MWac, 12-year power purchase agreement with Digital Realty.
Wolverine signs PPA for 150 MW Michigan solar project
Gemstone Solar will sit on around 1,000 acres in the southwest part of the state and is slated to enter service in 2023.
In California and Hawaii, the benefits of smart inverters are just beginning
Smart inverters have opened up opportunities for people with smart inverters to be paid for providing stored energy on demand and other grid services.
Solar deployed on rooftops could match annual U.S. electricity generation
Researchers conducted a global assessment of rooftop solar PV potential using high-resolution imagery, big data, and machine learning.
Sunrise brief: DOE aims to expand community solar by 700% in four years
Also on the rise: Under new ownership, a Norwegian module maker could add 1 GW of U.S. capacity; Sunrun add $1 billion to a finance facility; and a natural gas-friendly renewable energy bill passes in North Carolina.
Reliance Industries acquires REC Group, plans 1 GW U.S. module facility
The move comes as Reliance pushes forward with its $10 billion plan to expand in the renewable energy industry.
Controversial renewable bill passes North Carolina Legislature
The bill’s long-term commitments reduced oversight for Duke Energy outweigh the renewable capacity increases and coal retirements it promises, according to those against it.
