Community solar increases energy equity, report finds
For the first time research looks at data about households adopting community solar along with policy that promotes outreach, and the results confirm that coalition efforts are beneficial.
CPUC’s revised proposed decision could decimate California’s community solar market
Just as an increasing number of states are implementing pro-active community solar policies, the California Public Utilities Commission is set to vote on a revised proposed decision that fails to seize on the opportunity to create a vibrant market, according to the Coalition for Community Solar Access.
Sunrise brief: Solar industry panel cautions about 2025 Texas Legislature
Also on the rise: Florida does a heel-turn on renewables, solar provides 31% of California’s electricity in April, and perovskites move into production.
Sunrise brief: Rooftop bladeless wind energy innovation secures $9 million in funding
Also on the rise: A faltering SunPower now offers Tesla Powerwall 3 to residential solar customers. California is now a batteries-included rooftop solar market. And more.
Colorado modernizes community solar program
Governor Polis signed into law bipartisan legislation that launches a new dispatchable distributed generation program and leverages Solar for All funding to upgrade its grid, lower energy bills for all and promote energy equity.
Sunrise brief: Earth Day celebrated with $7 billion solar funding announcement
Also on the rise: Soltec launches dual-row, single axis tracker. The role of energy storage systems in the electrification movement.
Earth Day celebrated with $7 billion solar funding announcement
The Solar for All funding will bring clean solar energy to low-income and disadvantaged communities in every U.S. state and territory.
Massachusetts initiative assists affordable housing adoption of solar
The Massachusetts STAR program announced its fourth phase of program participants.
Sunrise brief: Solar generated 5.5% of U.S. electricity in 2023, a 17.5% increase
Also on the rise: Grid operators in California and Texas earn “B” grades, others score poorly. Calculating potential impact of EPA’s $7 billion Solar for All program. And more.
Calculating potential impact of EPA’s $7 billion Solar for All program
Solar for All can jumpstart the solar market and expand the benefits of solar far beyond the initial five years of the program. Clean Energy States Alliance notes that after the award decisions are announced, additional states will be evaluating strategies and more households will benefit from this funding over time.
