Solar Industry News

BLM approves start of construction of Oberon solar project

The project will create 750 union construction jobs and produce solar energy to power 146,000 homes.

Four California solar projects built flat on the ground

Four solar projects using a direct-to-ground mounting system, which don’t use steel mounting structures, were recently completed in California.

This new solar-powered luxury travel trailer makes its own drinking water from the air

A new luxury trailer made by Living Vehicle uses solar to fully power the onboard equipment and amenities and also produces clean water.

Solar powered health truck delivers COVID-19 vaccines to remote areas in Africa

A solar powered mobile clinic in Africa utilizes solar energy for cold storage, ensuring effective vaccines can be delivered to remote areas.

Dead solar panels are about to become a lot more valuable

According to new analysis, recyclers in coming years may be able to mine billions of dollars worth of materials from discarded solar panels.

Kilroy Realty brings three solar projects online in California

Kilroy Realty Corp. recently completed three solar installations in San Diego and San Francisco. Kilroy now hosts over 6 MW of solar across 13 assets.

Electric buses to tap solar power using new method for D.C. region

In September, the first solar microgrid to power electric buses will make its debut in the Washington DC region.

Solar growth estimates for 2050 are aggressive, but not unrealistic

BP Plc’s annual deep dive on global energy found that renewable energy has grown extraordinarily in the past two decades but has a long way to go.

US produces more power from wind and solar than nuclear for the first time

In April of 2022, sustainable wind and solar energy sources produced 17.96% more electricity than nuclear power plants for the first time.