Tag: News
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Orison claims to have plug-and-play energy storage system
Energy storage company Orison says it has come up with “the first true plug-and-play energy storage system” that is now available for pre-order on Kickstarter. This new solution from Orison is a networked, distributed energy storage solution gives consumers control so they can store energy from any electricity source, including gridRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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Details on SunLink’s tweaks to its GeoPro ground-mount system
SunLink Corp. isn’t done tweaking its GeoPro system. Already a trusted fixed-tilt ground-mount system (1 GW of PV projects), the GeoPro is equipped with new troubleshooting capabilities in 2016. In addition to solving project challenges like irregular site boundaries, steep or uneven terrain and last-minute module changes, the system canRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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Schneider Electric works with CPS Energy on distribution automation strategy
Schneider Electric, a specialist in energy management and automation, has strengthened its collaboration with San Antonio-based CPS Energy, a large municipally-owned electric and gas utility. Together, Schneider Electric and CPS Energy are developing a distribution automation strategy that will improve system reliability, allowing CPS Energy to deliver consistent power qualityRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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Have a drink on solar: Castoro Cellars winery completes 625-kW install
Castoro Cellars has completed an installation of a massive new solar project that will allow the winery to run 100 percent on solar power. The 625-kW installation, which covers nearly three acres, will have an annual production of over 1 million kWh and eliminate an estimated $20,000 per month electricity bill. This marks theRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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New marketing training series for solar installers available via Energy Trust
Energy Trust of Oregon is launching a solar marketing training series for installers this month as part of the nonprofit’s ongoing efforts to reduce solar costs and increase solar installations in Oregon. “Build it Bright! Crafting Your Solar Marketing Program” will deliver content through live webinars, podcasts and blog posts overRead More — Solar Builder magazine