Category: Solar Systems

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) – A $220,977 default judgment was entered against a Tennessee-based solar power company for deceptive acts and practices in Kansas. After receiving complaints, the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Consumer Protection Division investigated Design 1 Group LLC. The Consumer Protection Division alleged Design 1 violated the under the Kansas Consumer Protection Act (KCPA) by: Contracting for services without a license, making false representations regarding the issuance of permits. Making false representations regarding the coordination and scheduling of inspections. Making false representations regarding rebates. Improperly installing consumers’ solar systems.…

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WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) – A $220,977 default judgment was entered against a Tennessee-based solar power company for deceptive acts and practices in Kansas. After receiving complaints, the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Consumer Protection Division investigated Design 1 Group LLC. The Consumer Protection Division alleged Design 1 violated the under the Kansas Consumer Protection Act (KCPA) by: Contracting for services without a license, making false representations regarding the issuance of permits. Making false representations regarding the coordination and scheduling of inspections. Making false representations regarding rebates. Improperly installing consumers’ solar systems.…

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The so-called “network checker” will allow residential PV customers in Belgium to check if there have been any inverter failures in their local area. It comes after Belgian grid operator Fluvius launched a compensation scheme for those who are not reconnected within 30 working days of a curtailment. May 3, 2024 Patrick Jowett Image: Jasminum Officinale/Unsplash Belgium’s electricity grid operator Fluvius has launched a new tool to allow all residential PV customers to see if there are any outstanding complaints related to inverter failure in their area. The launch of…

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Australian researchers have developed multi-stage algorithms to remotely detect and accurately diagnose underperforming solar panels in residential and commercial PV systems. May 3, 2024 Ev Foley From pv magazine Australia Researchers from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) and the University of Technology Sydney have developed algorithms they claim can automatically pinpoint a range of common solar panel underperformance issues including wiring faults, degradation, and shading. UNSW School of Photovoltaic and Renewable Energy Engineering Senior Lecturer Fiacre Rougieux said the technology can also identify clipping, tripping and export limits…

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One of the best things about my job is that it gives me the opportunity to drive through the heartland of America, where fields stretch as far as the eye can see and the sun reigns supreme. More recently on my drives, I’ve noticed a new crop popping up in backyards, side yards and even on some roofs in the country. That is, small, residential-size solar arrays. Not to be confused with community-scale solar farms that I recently wrote about, which typically power multiple homes in a community, a residential…

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The country of origin, durability, efficiency and type of panel all determine the final cost of a solar panel. According to a survey that we conducted on 1,000 homeowners with solar, solar panels cost between $15,000-$20,000 on average per home. Country of Origin The cheapest solar panels come from China, according to Tatiana Boronnikova, Business Manager and Senior Editor at A1 SolarStore. “The most famous Chinese brands with cheap panels are Jinko Solar, Trina Solar, JA Solar and LONGi Solar.” In contrast, she noted that panels from North American brands…

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Design 1 Group LLC, a solar panel company in Tennessee, has faced significant legal action. The Sedgwick County District Attorney’s office has issued $220,977 to the company. This happens after they determined that Design 1 Group LLC was involved in misleading business conducts, breaching multiple parts of the Kansas Consumer Protection Act (KCPA). Investigation and Legal Actions After receiving complaints from unhappy customers around Wichita, the Consumer Protection Division of the District Attorney’s office began an investigation into Design 1 Group LLC. The findings were troubling, The company did not…

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— Fact Checked Tasmania is fast becoming a renewable energy goldmine. It seems an unlikely place to find an abundance of solar panels, but according to the Clean Energy Regulator, 50,000 solar panel systems are powering homes and heaters around the state. For those Tasmanian households considering installing solar panels, there may be concerns about price, rebates, and solar feed-in tariffs. Tasmania, known for its stunning landscapes and pristine environment, is now embracing renewable energy sources like solar power. With its ample sunshine and commitment to sustainability, the state is…

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Growatt Introduces NEO 800M-X Microinverter and NOAH 2000 Battery Balcony Solar Solution. Growatt, a global leader in energy solutions across residential, commercial, industrial, and energy storage sectors, has announced its latest offerings: the NEO 800M-X microinverter and NOAH 2000 Battery Balcony Solar Solution. The system is tailored to meet the growing demand for solar energy in contemporary living environments, particularly in regions like Europe, notably Germany, where balcony solar adoption is on the rise. Frank Qiao, Sales Director at Growatt, emphasized that this solution directly addresses the needs of modern apartment living, providing a…

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Maxeon solar panels uniquely capable to meet mission-critical energy needs in harsh environments SINGAPORE, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Forecasters at Colorado State University have predicted an “extremely active,” record-breaking Atlantic hurricane season, with the highest number of hurricanes ever predicted since the team began releasing forecasts in 1995. This raises concerns about power and electrical interruptions that could severely impact commercial operations for business and mission-critical services provided by hospitals, fire departments, law enforcement, and other first responders. Maxeon Solar Technologies (NASDAQ: MAXN), a global leader in solar innovation…

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