Rooftop solar system median size up 200%, with storage pairings rising: DOE lab
In 2022, around 10% of all new residential solar installations included paired storage — up from virtually zero in 2015.
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CREL plans agrivoltaics project at BC’s Delano campus
KCCD’s CREL announced plans this week for an agrivoltaic demonstration at Bakersfield College’s Delano campus.
Huntington Beach unveils automated solar permitting system
Huntington Beach’s new permitting system streamlines approvals for rooftop solar systems, reducing the process time from weeks or months to mere minutes.
PG&E announces new $200 million microgrid grant program
PG&E announced the launch of its Microgrid Incentive Program and handbook, providing funding, expertise and guidance for building community, local and tribal government-proposed multi-customer microgrids.
California regulators expected to release amended “Virtual Net Metering” proposal next week
The CPUC is expected to release an amended proposed decision regulating how solar is used and credited on multimeter properties.
A California model for solar sites could be a boon for critical mineral mining
The boom in electric vehicles has fueled a corresponding rush for the minerals needed to produce the batteries that power them.
No more delays or excuses: California must build clean energy now to replace fossil fuels
California can break its addiction to natural gas and replace fossil fuels with cleaner energy. We need Governor Newsom to sign SB 619.
New report: Wind & solar energy tripled in US over past decade
14 states produce the equivalent of 30% or more of their electricity consumption from wind, solar and geothermal, up from just two states in 2013.
California Children’s Hospital replaces diesel plant with solar+storage microgrid
Valley Children’s Hospital in Madera, CA is retiring its diesel generators in favor of a solar microgrid with long-duration energy storage.
As California gets drier, solar panels could help farms save water
Agrivoltaics are still rare in CA, but experts say the shade they provide could be a game-changer in a state where many farms are struggling to plan for a future with limited groundwater.