Global inventory map of floating photovoltaics
A Chinese-US research group has created an up-to-date spatial datase to identify floating PV systems across the globe. The new tool uses Google Earth images, Sentinel satellite imagery, and multiple spectral indices.
Sunrise brief: Google to sell rooftop solar mapping data
Also on the rise: Bila Solar announces plans to manufacture lightweight solar modules in U.S. HelioWing: Pre-assembled residential solar canopy. And more.
Floating solar to power Utah water treatment plant
Ameresco was selected to design and install a floating solar array for Mountain Regional Water.
Sunrise brief: How to avoid solar antidumping tariffs
Also on the rise: California utility pays $175,000 settlement for false ‘renewable’ advertising. Through workforce partnership, Lyft offers solar workers a ride to work. And more.
Floating PV plant operators may achieve additional revenue through non-evaporated water
A group of researchers from Italy investigated the economic competitiveness of various ground mounted and floating PV systems with regard to cost and performance, taking into consideration revenues due to reduced water evaporations. They found that the use of non-evaporated water at photovoltaic system sites can achieve revenues greater than $3/kW if used for irrigation and higher than $4/kW if sold to generate hydroelectricity.
Sunrise brief: Sunlight Financial challenged to sell $550 million in residential loans
Also on the rise: Nikola bags $58.2 million for hydrogen stations to fuel heavy-duty vehicles. How New York State can stay on track with green-grid goals. And more.
New mooring system for offshore, coastal floating solar arrays
The novel mooring solution consists of perimeter pontoons, barriers, clump weights, mooring lines and anchors. Its creators claim it is cheaper in materials and maintenance, as well as more wave-stable, compared to mooring systems using elastic cables.
Sunrise brief: Maxeon Solar to build 3 GW cell and module plant in Albuquerque
Also on the rise: An alternative to California’s proposed income-based fixed monthly utility bill charge, retired coal plant to be running on 100% hydrogen by 2045 and scientists explore aquatic effects of floating solar.
Scientists explore aquatic effects of floating solar
A group of researchers at Cornell University are exploring ways of preserving land for agriculture and wildlife by placing floating solar panels on lakes, rivers and reservoirs.
Sunrise brief: How California employers can reimburse EV drivers for charging at home
Also on the rise: A new public utility for Maine would speed clean energy, say advocates. Utility ordered to repay customers for illegal community solar metering. And more.
