Category: Solar Power & Energy
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TerraSmart to open N.Y. office to support growing Northeast solar business
In January 2018, TerraSmart, an innovator in ground mount racking solutions for utility-scale solar projects, will open an operational hub in Selkirk, New York. The 10,000 square-foot facility was strategically chosen to support its growing construction operations in the Northeast and will serve as a blueprint to set up futureRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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What will solar systems look like in 2020? Fronius makes predictions
In just a few years, we will flip the calendar to a new decade. However, in a rapidly evolving industry like solar, a few years can mean significant changes. So what will solar systems look like in 2020? Fronius has some bold predictions they’d like to share, as well as aRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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First Solar Series 6 PV modules are now rolling off U.S. production lines
Tariffs or no tariffs, First Solar is ready to install a ton of PV, making a big splash this week by officially unveiling its first functional Series 6 thin film photovoltaic modules from its Perrysburg, Ohio, production line, as well announcing nearly 800 MW of new affiliate deals. Series 6Read More — Solar Builder magazine
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Duke Energy takes full ownership of REC Solar
Duke Energy has acquired full ownership of California-based REC Solar, which the company first acquired a majority interest in, in February of 2015. Duke Energy purchased the remaining shares of REC Solar in a cash transaction. Details were not disclosed. REC Solar will be managed as an independent business unit of Duke EnergyRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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This open platform for creating solar proposals is re-focusing to help small solar installers
MODsolar LLC, creator of the solar industry’s first open platform for visually designing PV systems and creating proposals, is re-launching this week, announcing a change in ownership and a refocused mission. This new mission is one we support: a shift in strategic direction to focus on helping local solar companies. MODsolar saysRead More — Solar Builder magazine