Solar can now power one in five US homes
There are now more than 140 gigawatts of solar capacity installed in the US, enough to power 25 million homes.
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Turning America into a solar manufacturing powerhouse
Dozens of companies throughout the solar supply chain have made more than 40 domestic manufacturing announcements valued at more than $13B.
Solar arrays at treatment plant are paying off
Supt. Jason Gagnon said new solar arrays have resulted in a total reduction of $195,855 in electrical costs at the precinct’s Wastewater Treatment Facility.
How solar roofs are being used to power electric cars
For about 40 years, car companies, startups and DIY enthusiasts have been pursuing the plug-less electric car, one that could wirelessly recharge via photons.
California grid needs $9.3 billion upgrade in renewables shift
California’s power grid operator says $9.3B in new projects is needed over the next decade to support the state’s shift to renewable energy and plug-in cars.
Southern California Public Power Authority (SCPPA) signs 20 year solar PPA
EDF Renewables North America inked a 20-year PPA with SCPPA for the energy and renewable attributes related to the 117 MWac Sapphire Solar project
California churches meet their sustainability goals through solar energy & energy efficiency
Two churches in California are now certified Green Chalice, meaning they completed a program to lower their carbon footprints by installing solar panels.
Australia hits new rooftop solar record
Residential rooftop solar supplied a record 14% of Australia’s electricity this summer – contributing more than brown coal and large-scale wind farms.
New 78-foot solar electric catamaran with ‘transatlantic range’
ALVA Yachts is back with its latest solar electric catamaran, equipped with the solar and electric propulsion technology to reach a top speed of 16-17 mph at sea.
San Diego Blood Bank completes solar power project for renewable energy
The San Diego Blood Bank has completed its “solar- plus-storage” project to provide shade and 100% renewable energy.