Solar Industry News
Rhode Island lawmaker wants to require solar on new homes and parking lots
Rep. Boylan drafted a bill that requires all new single-family homes & new outdoor parking lots larger than 16,000 sqft in Rhode Island to install solar.
Solar panels handle heat better when they’re combined with crops
New study finds that an optimal arrangement of solar panels on farms can cool the panels down by 10 degrees—crucial for their efficiency.
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.
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.
Unite to Light sends solar lamps and chargers to Lahaina
Unite to Light partnered with Direct Relief to send 600 solar Chandler Chargers and 150 solar-powered Luke Lights to Lahaina within days.
Pasadena Water and Power furthers clean energy goals with more solar power
As part of Pasadena’s commitment to clean energy, Pasadena Water and Power (PWP) is expanding its energy portfolio with more solar power.
How solar energy can help boost biodiversity and farming
Combining both agriculture and solar power generation can also help optimize the productivity and efficiency of land use.
10 ecofabulous California homes to help the planet, your wallet
From solar panels to EV chargers to drought-tolerant landscaping, these ecofabulous homes help the planet and look great doing it.
Latest solar venture powers USC toward a greener future
USC marked a major milestone in its sustainability efforts by adding state-of-the-art solar panels to the rooftops of graduate student housing locations on campus.
What if your town doubled as a residential power grid?
Microgrid communities are energy-resilient communities that can operate independently from a larger municipal electrical system when necessary.
Allume Energy receives $1.5M to address energy inequity
Allume Energy announced a $1.5M bridge investment from Elemental Excelerator and the Schmidt Family Foundation to help address energy inequity.
Solar continues march to top renewable electricity source in the United States
In the first half of 2023, solar was 5.77% of total U.S. electrical generation. A year earlier, solar’s share was 4.95%.
Domain Timber sells 1,300 acres of timberland for solar project
Domain Capital Group and its subsidiary Domain Timber have announced the sale of almost 1,300 acres of timberland to a utility in Richmond, VA, to develop a solar project on the land.