California governor vetoes bill that would have reversed CPUC’s multi-meter solar rules
Gov. Newsom vetoed a bill allowing schools and apartments to use on-site solar energy directly, instead of purchasing it back from utilities.
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Photovoltaic systems are a no-regret investment decision
New German research shows residential PV remains optimal despite energy price breaks, with significant savings during 2019-2022 market volatility.
SEIA proposes solar supply chain traceability standard
The SEIA released a draft solar supply chain standard that aims to help companies comply with US Customs and Border Protection traceability requirements.
‘You basically have free hot water’: how Cyprus became a world leader in solar heating
Cyprus leads the EU in solar hot-water systems, with 93.5% of households using this alternative energy for domestic needs.
European Union ditching fossil gas fast, replacing with solar & wind
With 56GW of new solar energy capacity installed in 2023, the EU has set yet another record, surpassing the additional 40GW installed in 2022
Green California town planned to combat global warming
Centennial is designed to be a master-planned, environmentally friendly town that addresses the pressing issue of climate change.
A $1 billion solar cell factory is coming to New Mexico
New Mexico is getting a solar cell factory worth almost $1 billion, bringing new jobs to the community too.
Even solar energy’s biggest fans are underestimating it
Solar energy potential is immense with solar tech improving and costs dropping. Global installations are surging but challenges remain.
US utility solar market has grown 34% since Q2 2023
US installed solar capacity has grown 34% since the second quarter of 2023, with more than 110,000 MW of projects now operating.
Solar manufacturers score new DOE funding
The Energy Department announced $40 million for the domestic solar supply chain, a continuation of the federal clean energy investments