Florida bill would cut solar net metering compensation
The bill would shift compensation rates to the utility’s avoided cost of generation, and open the door for a host of fixed charges aimed at solar.
Here’s why you need to support California net metering
John Fitzgerald Weaver argues that we need net metering to fully recognize the value of solar power on our homes and businesses.
Focus on residential solar incentives: New England
pv magazine looks at the six New England states’ solar incentives, several of which rank among the top 10 best incentives in the nation.
Should I include a battery with my home solar project? Part 2: Costs and savings
An increasing share of residential solar arrays now attach energy storage batteries. In part one of the two part series, pv magazine reviewed the backup power feature of batteries. In this part, costs, benefits and timing are evaluated.
Should I include a battery with my home solar project? Part 1
A growing share of residential solar projects now attach energy storage batteries. In part one, we consider the backup power feature of batteries.
Residential rooftop solar 101: From azimuth to zoning
Join the solar revolution, but do so with the most current insight on equipment, cost, and system design. Bookmark this page and refer to it often as your project moves forward.
SMUD proposal would cut net metering credits, impose interconnection fees
The utility board also will vote on whether to end seasonal and time-based net metering credits in favor of a flat rate, while also prohibiting certain residential types from participating in virtual net energy metering.
Who is working against distributed solar: Strategies for defense
A new report explores who is behind efforts to curb distributed energy and solar deployment. In this part, we look at policy and regulatory recommendations highlighted by the authors as a playbook to fight against anti-solar efforts, and how parties can curb campaigns before they begin.
Solar mandate for new commercial buildings approved in California
The mandate would require many new commercial buildings, along with high-rise residential projects, to have solar power and battery storage.
Who is working against distributed solar: State campaigns in the Midwest and West
A new report explores who is behind efforts to curb distributed energy and solar deployment. In this part, we look at the report’s investigation of state-level campaigns focused on the Midwest and West.
