Category: Solar Systems

Representational image. Credit: Canva The Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation, known as “Petra,” has introduced a pioneering initiative with the launch of the Solar for Rakyat Incentive Scheme (SolaRIS), aimed at encouraging domestic users to adopt solar photovoltaic (PV) systems in their homes. Under SolaRIS, new net energy metering (NEM) users can benefit from a rebate of up to RM4,000. Open to Malaysian citizens who are TNB account holders and first-time applicants for the NEM Rakyat programme, SolaRIS operates on a first-come-first-served basis, with applications accepted from April…

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Although Washington has fewer solar incentives than some other states, the solar sales tax exemption, net metering programs and 30% federal solar tax credit still help residents save big on solar. Washington Renewable Energy Sales and Use Tax Exemption Incentive value: 100% of sales tax on solar photovoltaic (PV) systems Frequency: Applied at the time of purchase Washington exempts 100% of the sales tax on solar PV systems up to 100 kilowatts. The state sales tax exemption is applied to the total cost of solar system installation and equipment. To…

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Researchers in Indonesia have investigated how shading effects may influence the performance ration of a PV system. Their analysis also considered payback period and return on investment. April 1, 2024 Lior Kahana Scientists from Indonesia have investigated the effects of shading on a PV system’s performance ratio (PR) by considering different azimuth and solar module tilt angles. The PR is a parameter that defines the relationship between the actual and theoretical power production of a PV system and is largely unrelated to an installation’s location and orientation. This value is…

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Virginia offers two primary incentive programs for solar energy. You can combine both with the nationwide federal tax credit. The programs are: A property tax exemption for the increase in home value after going solar Solar Renewable Energy Certificates (SRECS), which are financial incentives for generating clean electricity The VirginiaSAVES Green Community Program offers low-interest financing for energy efficiency, renewable energy and electric vehicle charging projects. Unfortunately, homeowners cannot apply directly. The program is only available for businesses, local governments and nonprofits. Residential Property Tax Exemption for Solar Incentive Value:…

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Credit: Prevalon Prevalon Energy LLC, a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Power Americas, has partnered with Idaho Power to implement a comprehensive Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), complemented by a durable long-term service contract. This initiative will enhance grid resilience by serving as a net peak solution, bolstering the utility’s capacity to deliver consistent power during periods of peak demand. The service agreement includes maintenance services along with remote monitoring capabilities. Prevalon’s four-hour battery storage project, capable of storing up to 328 MWh, will align with Idaho Power’s strategic initiative of integrating…

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Abstract This study seeks to assess both environmental and economic effects associated with installing photovoltaic systems within construction waste landfills in Macau by employing an effective carbon emissions calculation methodology and benefit analysis method. Beginning by outlining characteristics and challenges associated with construction waste landfills, as well as photovoltaic systems used for this application in this paper. Here, we present a detailed outline of our methodology design, outlining its principles of life cycle analysis, data collection processes and the creation of carbon emissions calculation models. Subsequently, we examine photovoltaic systems…

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A new survey conducted by Germany’s Fraunhofer ISE showed that 72.4% of the country’s farmers are considering the deployment of an agrivoltaic project. Among the main factors behind this choice, the researchers identified the additional source of income coming from solar power generation and the perceived usefulness of the technology. March 29, 2024 Emiliano Bellini Researchers at Germany’s Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems (Fraunhofer ISE) and the University of Goettingen conducted a survey to understand which factors may motivate German farmers to build agrivoltaic facilities and found that their…

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By SB Staff March 28, 2024 Solar PV can be mounted and energized atop of nearly any ground conditions you’ll encounter across the United States – from vast Western deserts to rocky, frozen Northeastern soils and everything in between. But you already know that. Yesterday’s “challenging sites” are just the status quo in ground-based solar projects in 2024. It’s not just because those optimal flat sites are long gone, but also because structural balance of system (sBOS) and electric balance of system (eBOS) components have been tweaked to address and…

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As photovoltaic (PV) technologies evolve, understanding their environmental implications is crucial for a sustainable energy transition. IEA PVPS Task 12 analyzes the environmental impact of passivated emitter and rear cell (PERC) technology in PV installations in comparison to the monocrystalline silicon technology (AI-BSF) and the trend towards installing horizontal singla-axis tracker systems as opposed to fixed tilt systems. Primary data from one PERC and tracker manufacturer enable this study’s conclusions. Using the life cycle assessment (LCA) methodology, the study compares two locations in Italy with different irradiation patterns to evaluate…

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