Tag: News

  • The role of inverters in the rise of virtual power plants

    A virtual power plant (VPP) is a network of distributed energy sources aggregated into a single cloud-based point of control at the utility. When distributed energy generation sources are coupled with storage (like a group of solar homes), greater possibilities for cost reduction and revenue generation emerge. As part ofRead More — Solar Builder magazine

  • Trade groups say the time is now for carbon pricing in wholesale electricity markets

    A diverse coalition of power generators, trade associations and think tank this week asked the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to examine the policy options and implications of carbon pricing policies in competitive wholesale electricity markets. The request comes at a time when many states, utilities and electric markets areRead More — Solar Builder magazine

  • Lightsource BP to develop a 132-MW solar project in Arkansas

    The Conway Corp Board of Directors approved a 20-year purchase power agreement with Lightsource BP, a global solar leader, at its April 3, 2020 meeting. The agreement is for the development of a 132 MWdc solar energy project in White County, Ark. Lightsource BP will finance, build, own and operateRead More — Solar Builder magazine

  • Standard Solar continues to grow, adds SVP of structured finance

    Amid solar industry uncertainty, Standard Solar Inc. is still growing and investing in its future, announcing today that Peter Coleman has joined the company as Senior Vice President, Structured Finance. “Peter brings a wealth of experience to our finance team and we look forward to his contributions as we grow andRead More — Solar Builder magazine

  • The value of home energy monitoring apps as part of a PV project

    This new era of distributed energy is more than just generation (solar) and storage. When homeowners are also engaged with their energy usage, they can save on bills while also better utilizing their on-site solar PV and storage systems. Keith Marett, president of home energy management at Generac, joins usRead More — Solar Builder magazine