Category: Solar Power & Energy
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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
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Energize Delaware funds solar + storage resiliency project at The Jefferson School
Energize Delaware is pleased to have participated in The Jefferson School’s groundbreaking celebration for their new 141 kW solar array with battery backup. The system is part of larger expansion of The Jefferson School’s campus, and in keeping with the school’s commitment to sustainability. “Solar with battery backup is keyRead More — Solar Builder magazine