The Vision for Renewable Energy The Port of Oakland is set to transform its energy usage with an ambitious commitment to renewables. By securing a long-term solar energy agreement worth close to $20 million, the port aims to create a more sustainable operations model. This vision extends to key tenants like the San Francisco Bay … Read more
Innovative Solar Incentive Program Sees Impressive Enrollment in North Carolina Harness the Power of the Sun with Duke Energy’s Latest Solar Incentive! Duke Energy’s new solar incentive program in North Carolina has attracted over 1,300 customers, offering up to $9,000 in incentives to make solar and battery systems more affordable. Understanding the PowerPair Program Recently … Read more
As New York accelerates its renewable energy ambitions with a target for 70% of electricity to come from renewables by 2030, a recent report sheds light on the challenging working conditions faced by solar workers across the state. Uncover the hidden struggles of New York’s solar workforce as the industry strives to meet ambitious climate … Read more
Federal Backing for Puerto Rico’s Solar Push The Department of Energy’s Loan Programs Office has committed considerable resources to usher in a new era of energy for Puerto Rico. This includes a promise to finance cutting-edge solar and battery storage facilities on the southern coastline, a project known as Project Marahu. These efforts will generate … Read more
Solar Installations on Local Landfills The project aims to convert several landfills around Greater Cleveland into solar power hubs. By installing solar panels on these sites, the community will benefit from clean, renewable energy while re-purposing otherwise unused land. Countless locations, previously housing waste, will soon be shining examples of innovation in renewable energy. This … Read more
The Recent Announcements and Their Implications The residential solar sector is abuzz with the news about SunPower, which has recently declared it would no longer support new leases or power purchase agreements. This development has essentially stalled customer acquisition for the company. In tandem, SunPower informed dealers it couldn’t facilitate the installation of already delivered … Read more
Excess Solar Energy in California In recent years, California’s investment in solar energy has led to an unexpected issue: a significant surplus of solar-generated electricity. At peak sunlight hours, the state generates more electricity than it can efficiently use or store. This predicament forces grid operators to curtail or even shut down solar facilities, wasting … Read more
Understanding Energy Burden Reduction Recent research by the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory highlights a remarkable finding: households that have adopted solar energy see a significant reduction in their energy burden. This term refers to the portion of household income spent on energy. On average, homes with rooftop solar panels reduce their energy burden to just … Read more
Reasons Behind the Price Plummet The drastic fall in electricity prices can be attributed to several factors, primarily the stabilization in energy supply chains disrupted during the pandemic. Moreover, geopolitical tensions, especially the Russia-Ukraine war, initially caused a surge but later led to strategic adjustments in global energy markets. This unprecedented drop is largely reflected … Read more
N.B. Power’s Rate Proposal: The Basics N.B. Power recently announced plans to eliminate the separate urban and rural service charge rates, prompting a 15% increase in the monthly charges for some customers. This change is driven by New Brunswick’s local governance reform. Those within municipal boundaries before January 2023 currently benefit from lower urban rates, … Read more