FERC issues rule to speed grid connections for storage, renewables, other generators amid 2 TW backlog
The FERC approved a rule to speed up clogged interconnection processes that have left power generation and energy storage projects waiting years.
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Rivian and partners are turning a huge Kentucky coal mine into an 800 MW solar farm
Rivian, BrightNight, and The Nature Conservancy will together turn one of the largest coal mines in the US into Kentucky’s largest solar farm.
Napa Valley winemaker adds solar arrays to four properties
Trinchero Family Estates (TFE) is making a significant investment in a series of sustainability projects, including solar installations at four CA wineries.
New Caltech wearable sensor sets record for solar power efficiency
The FPSC on Gao’s wearable sweat sensor has a record-breaking PCE exceeding 31 percent under indoor light illumination.
One year old, US climate law is already turbocharging clean energy technology
In less than a year, IRA has prompted investment in a massive buildout of battery and EV manufacturing across the states.
Hops for beer flourish under solar panels. They’re not the only crop thriving in the shade.
A farm in Bavaria is covering its hops with solar panels, providing electricity to 250 households and shading the plants from summer heat in the process.
Can America’s canals double as solar farms?
Research suggests that suspending solar arrays over canals can not only generate electricity but may also reduce water evaporation in drought-prone regions.
New York completes state’s largest rooftop solar project atop Medline distribution center
A new 7.2-MW community solar project in NY is expected to power over 1,600 homes & reduce energy costs for Medline & local residents.
Solar panel tech breakthrough generates electricity from rain
Researchers have come up with a new way to generate electricity with solar panel technology by harvesting the energy produced by raindrops.
US utility-scale solar outlook improves on easing supply chain limits: Morgan Stanley
With the improved outlook for solar panel supplies, analysts expect 19 GW & 27 GW of US utility-scale solar to be installed in 2023 & 2024, respectively.