Sunrise brief: Clean energy companies call on ICC to reject FEMA proposal
Also on the rise: The world’s largest single-phase battery is now online. RFP Alert: Pennsylvania utilities to procure up to 20 MW of solar. And more.
Standard Solar acquires 6.2 MW Rhode Island community solar portfolio from Trina Solar
The power generated by the two ground-mount projects will be subscribed through the state’s virtual net metering program.
Sunrise brief: California renters will now have access to community solar
Also on the rise: More solar backsheets to be made in America. Why did I reform my views on Net Energy Metering (NEM)? And more.
California renters will now have access to community solar
A new market for residents to opt in to renewable energy contracts opens in California following Gavin Newsom’s signature on the Community Renewable Energy Act. The law will now be evaluated and implemented by the California Public Utilities Commission.
Community bank tax equity financing backs 11.6 MW solar portfolio
Funding for Renewable Properties’ community solar portfolio provided by KeyState Renewable’s SOLCAP solar tax equity fund.
Sunrise brief: Perovskite solar cell achieves 24% efficiency, retains 87% of output after 100 days
Also on the rise: Flyover footage of a 6.5 MW community solar project in Maine. The PV Magazine states of solar tour stops in North Carolina. And more.
Watch: Flyover footage of a 6.5 MW community solar project in Maine
Syncarpha Capital announced it achieved commercial operations for the project, which will supply renewable energy to Central Maine Power customers.
50 states of solar incentives: North Carolina
North Carolina is ranked fourth in the country for solar installations, growth that is driven by solar supportive renewable energy portfolio standards, policies and regulations.
Sunrise brief: Sungrow mulling new inverter factory outside of China
Also on the rise: US startup unveils plug-and-play solid-state battery for residential applications. California lawmakers pass equitable community solar bill. And more.
California lawmakers pass equitable community solar bill
AB 2316 gives renters access to clean energy and lowered bills and ensures at least 51% of customers are low-income.
