Credit to Author: Tim Tyler| Date: Thu, 18 May 2023 03:30:40 +0000
In Berkeley, New Jersey, the township had a problem that many municipalities across the country are facing with their idle landfills. What do they do with all that wasted space, since most of it is not suitable for redevelopment? As with many townships like Berkeley, once the operations ceased, the town did not have the […]
Credit to Author: Zachary Shahan| Date: Wed, 17 May 2023 03:03:27 +0000
There are hundreds of solar power news stories a day. We can’t cover the vast majority of them. Below are a few top solar power stories that we didn’t quite cover but thought shouldn’t be missed. Enjoy. Largest solar PPA in South America The longest term and largest solar PPA (power purchase agreement) was recently […]
Credit to Author: Tim Tyler| Date: Tue, 09 May 2023 17:15:06 +0000
Nearly 10 years ago in California, an assembly bill (AB327) was enacted to direct the California Public Utilities Commission to develop alternatives designed to increase the adoption of renewable generation in disadvantaged communities (DACs). Almost 5 years later, they came up with three programs to increase access to solar for residents of disadvantaged communities. The […]
Credit to Author: U.S. Department of Energy| Date: Fri, 28 Apr 2023 14:05:52 +0000
How to avoid burning a hole in your pocketbook and protect yourself from consumer scams about free solar panels. Sunlight is one of the most widely available resources on the planet. With recent investments and advances in solar energy technology, more Americans than ever before can harness the sun’s rays and power up their homes […]
Credit to Author: Carolyn Fortuna| Date: Mon, 10 Apr 2023 18:10:52 +0000
Many renewable energy endeavors in Florida are slow to catch on. Thanks to utility investments in clean energy and other recent developments, though, significant solar growth may be on the horizon in the Sunshine State.
Credit to Author: Steve Hanley| Date: Fri, 07 Apr 2023 18:05:23 +0000
The Biden push for more community solar in America took a big step forward this week, thanks to an order for 2.5 million solar panels.
Credit to Author: Steve Hanley| Date: Thu, 06 Apr 2023 12:00:33 +0000
The DOE SolSmart program has been a major success. Now it is being expanded to double the number of communities it serves.
Credit to Author: Tim Tyler| Date: Wed, 05 Apr 2023 15:25:44 +0000
In order to help low-income families reduce their energy costs, an order of nuns wants to construct a community solar garden in New Orleans, but a few city regulations pertaining to their Community Solar Program are standing in the way. At a Tuesday committee meeting of the New Orleans City Council, the Sisters of the […]
Credit to Author: Guest Contributor| Date: Wed, 01 Mar 2023 16:05:38 +0000
The United States is entering a new era powered by abundant, low-cost clean energy. By 2030, solar energy can meet 30% of US electricity generation while creating $100 billion of annual economic investment and supporting one million family-sustaining jobs. This vision is achievable, but without attention and action, historical injustices in America’s energy sector will […]
Credit to Author: U.S. Department of Energy| Date: Sun, 22 Jan 2023 22:00:26 +0000
Publications From 8 Teams Capture Insights for Communities Seeking To Harness Resiliency and Economic Benefits of Solar Energy It takes grace and dexterity to manage the policy and technical challenges of adopting renewable energy while also addressing disaster preparedness—bringing diverse stakeholders to the table at the same time. Eight teams in the second round of […]