Month: May 2024

California slashed the value of rooftop solar for customers of its three biggest utilities last year — and installations of residential solar systems in the state have fallen to near-three-year lows since then.  But drawing firm conclusions about how the controversial shift in net-metering policy will shape California’s rooftop solar market over the long term — and affect the state’s grid-decarbonization and energy-equity goals — is a lot more complicated than it looks.  Just ask Galen Barbose, staff scientist at the Department of Energy’s Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Last week, he released a report…

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We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › What You Need to Know To determine how many solar panels you need for your home, you’ll first need to know how much energy you use per year. You’ll also need to know the type and wattage of the solar panels you want to install. With this information, you can calculate the number of panels you’ll need to power your home. Q: I’m interested in installing a solar panel system for…

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In a significant development, the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) of Nigeria and Husk Power Systems (Husk) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on deploying up to 250MW of decentralized renewable energy (DRE) projects. This strategic partnership aims to support the Federal Government’s energy access, energy transition, and energy security targets. The partnership will focus on various rural and peri-urban DRE projects, including power generation and distribution through interconnected minigrids (IMGs) and isolated minigrids, rooftop commercial and industrial (C&I) solar installations, productive use of energy (PUE), and…

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To assess the best and worst states for solar energy as well as what solar incentives are available nationwide, we analyzed six factors: Megawatts of solar installed per state How many solar jobs are available Number of homes powered by solar Percentage of energy run by solar How many clear days each state averages per year The average cost of installation after the federal solar tax incentive These metrics allowed us to evaluate states’ solar sophistication, states with solid solar job markets and more. Based on this analysis, it’s clear…

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By Contributing Author May 22, 2024 Contributed by: Will White, Solar Application Specialist at Fluke | 1500 volt solar PV systems were unheard of when I entered the solar industry almost two decades ago. Since then, system components have steadily increased in power and efficiency; the similar size module that could have only generated 175 Watts 20 years ago can often generate 300 Watts now. And not a moment too soon: utility-scale solar system developers are increasingly expected to help satisfy skyrocketing demands for power. Compared to older modules, the…

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A new edition of Solar Together, a council-backed scheme to facilitate solar panel and battery storage installation, has launched in Kent. The community-led initiative makes it easy and affordable for households to switch to solar energy. What is Solar Together? Solar Together is a group-buying scheme that unites homeowners interested in installing solar panels and battery storage. By registering interest online, residents can access competitive pricing from pre-vetted installers on high-quality solar products. The scheme is endorsed by Kent County Council and local authorities to promote sustainability through solar power.…

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Solar panels are gaining popularity. An increasing number of companies are installing them on their roofs and, in the greenhouse industry, more frequently on water basins. In 2023, Zon Op Waterbassin installed 33,000 across 19 water basins in total. At a recent event organized by Zon Op Waterbassin, the company discussed what lies ahead for them, and the projects for 2024. These include one with even newer and more efficient panels, and another using battery for energy storage. Opening remarks by Willem Verwoerd. After the plenary session, Hans van Luijk…

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A solar power project planned for Loudon County would have no significant impacts on considerations such as water quality, floodplains or human health, a government agency has determined. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Utilities Service made the Finding of No Significant Impact for the Walking Horse Solar Project in March. The project, which would provide a renewable energy source for Loudon County and surrounding areas, is to be built on about 42 acres off Maremont Parkway. Tennessee Valley Authority paved the way for such a project in 2020, when…

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Trina Solar has signed three distributor partnerships in an effort that will see the company significantly expand its operations across the Middle East and Africa The company has partnered with Noon for Renewable Energy in Lebanon, Al Takamul Engineering in Palestine, and Golden Sun Solar Solutions in Sudan, and is now poised to deliver a total of 110MW modules including Vertex N modules tailored to the region’s unique energy landscape. Zhao Lei, head of strategic key accounts at Trina Solar, commented, “We are thrilled to welcome Noon for Renewable Energy,…

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