Author: LEED Blogger
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Bad news: Utility-scale solar dipped in Q3 because of tariffs; Good news: Strong pipeline ahead
The Section 201 solar tariffs took a toll on utility-scale solar installations in the third quarter according to the U.S. Solar Market Insight Report for Q3 from Wood Mackenzie Power & Renewables and the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA). The residential market, meanwhile, continued to stabilize after a down 2017.Read More — Solar Builder magazine
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Temperature considerations in battery selection
As is true with solar projects, the range of environments in which energy storage is being applied has grown and diversified significantly. This diversification in deployments means a deeper understanding of the temperature-related performance and safety issues tied to battery selection and storage system design. For solar installers, understanding whichRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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Here’s New York’s plan for $250 million in energy storage funding
The New York Power Authority (NYPA) announced a new commitment to invest $250 million between now and 2025 to accelerate the flexibility of the electric grid to give New Yorkers greater access to renewable energy resources such as wind and solar power. The multi-pronged, collaborative investment will address key marketRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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AC vs. DC coupling: Which is best for your application and why?
AC or DC coupling refers to the way in which solar panels are coupled with and interact with a battery system. A hotly debated topic among solar installers today is whether AC or DC coupling is the best approach for solar+storage installations and retrofits. The truth is there really isRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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SepiSolar says California’s NEM policy revision paves the way for larger solar systems, quicker interconnection
A new SepiSolar white paper reveals the financial benefits of a pending revision to California’s net energy metering (NEM) policy. When finalized, commercial DC-coupled solar-plus-storage installations will not only be able to benefit from NEM, but will also be able to increase solar system size, reduce installation and permitting costs,Read More — Solar Builder magazine