Solar Industry News
California hits new record for renewable energy generation
Including solar, wind & nuclear power as well as hydroelectricity via large dams, 59% of CA's electricity now comes from carbon-free sources.
Solar accounted for 16% of California’s electricity sales in 2021
In total, solar accounted for 15.9% of the California's retail electricity sales in 2021, the highest among all renewable energy sources.
CSBC proposes $400M investment in community solar + storage
The California Senate Budget Committee (CSBC) proposed a $400M community solar & storage investment in its updated Budget and Fiscal Review.
Global solar power investment to surpass oil for the first time
Solar is emerging as an energy superpower with this year's investment in the sector ($380B) set to surpass spending on oil production ($370B) for the first time.
Scientists break world record for solar power window material
Scientists have achieved a new world record for a next-generation solar cell, which holds the promise for novel applications like building-integrated and window solar panels.
California teaches Florida and Texas a lesson in ESG
California’s innovation and prosperity are the consequence of stakeholder-centric environmental, social and governance (ESG) policies.
Governor Newsom updates the roadmap to California’s clean energy future
Governor Gavin Newsom today released an update on the state’s clean energy progress and an implementation plan to reach future targets.
California’s ‘zonal’ approach could revamp clean energy planning, shrink interconnection queue: experts
California energy experts generally agree that the state’s interconnection processes need a broad overhaul and hope a new "zonal" approach can help.
California unlikely to run short of electricity this summer thanks to storms, new power sources
CA regulators say the state is unlikely to run out of electricity this summer because of a big increase in power storage and a wet winter.
Solar panels for ski areas
France-based off-grid solutions provider Sunwind has developed a PV module that can be used at ski stations, ski lifts and resorts.
How solar power is keeping Lebanon’s lights on
Lebanon's power situation has shown how solar can provide a source of clean & reliable electricity when other electricity systems break down.
Houses of worship go solar
Faith leaders & solar installers discuss how and why houses of worship are going solar & how the clean energy tax credits in the IRA can help
LA’s first legal 3-D-printed house is here. It was built by students in just 15 months
LA’s first legal 3-D printed house began as an entry in the Solar Decathlon, a national collegiate competition organized by the US DOE that encourages budding designers to create high-performance structures powered by renewable energy.
Microgrid with long-duration energy storage to help power CA children’s hospital
Redflow Limited will be the battery provider for a 34.4 MWh long-duration energy storage & solar microgrid to power a hospital in California.
Sonora’s ambitions: Exporting clean energy, courting tech giants
Sonora is looking to export clean energy to California and Arizona through a new solar farm project.
5 smart renewable energy innovations
Here are the five fast and effective renewable energy innovations that could help countries meet emissions targets.
California solar high-speed rail gets $202m federal boost
The US Department of Transportation has given a grant of nearly $202m to California’s ongoing solar-powered high-speed rail project.
BLM seeks public input on 400-MW solar project in California
The BLM has started accepting public comments related to the environmental assessment of an up to 400-MW solar project to be partly located on public lands in California.
Solar carports gain preference as a sustainable energy solution due to their versatility and efficiency
The solar carport industry is harnessing the sun’s power to revolutionize electricity generation while simultaneously providing essential shade and shelter for parked vehicles.
Energy Dept. announces $325M for batteries that can store clean electricity longer
The Energy Department announced Friday a $325M investment in new battery types that can help turn solar and wind energy into 24-hour power.
Panama taps solar energy to heat water and reduce deforestation
Solar water heaters in Hato Chami school in Panama allow students to take hot showers and make it easier for staff to boil water when preparing meals.