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  • Florida keeps solar momentum going, governor signs SB 90

    Florida Governor Rick Scott signed Senate Bill 90 (SB 90), “Renewable Energy Source Devices,” into law, which extends a property tax exemption for renewable energy installations, including solar, wind, and geothermal, on both commercial and residential properties. The legislation implements the Amendment 4 ballot initiative passed by Florida voters inRead More — Solar Builder magazine

  • Heading to Intersolar North America? Here’s what to expect

    Intersolar North America this year will feature new, in-depth conference tracks on solar finance, smart renewable energy and cutting-edge PV and energy storage technologies at its 10th annual event in San Francisco July 10 to 12. High-level conference speakers will discuss key themes, technologies and advancements in the solar and energyRead More — Solar Builder magazine

  • Panasonic, Pika partner on DC-coupled solar smart battery

    Panasonic Eco Solutions North America and U.S.-based inverter manufacturer Pika Energy, Inc. are partnering to offer a DC-coupled solar smart battery with industry-leading performance specifications. The Harbor 10P/15P will begin shipping in late 2017 and is available for pre-order today, the companies announced. The solar-ready Harbor Smart Battery combines Panasonic’s renownedRead More — Solar Builder magazine

  • Solar industry would lose 88,000 jobs if Suniva’s trade protections are imposed

    The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), the national trade association for the solar industry, is estimating that the American workforce would lose 88,000 jobs, about one-third of the current U.S. solar workforce, if Suniva gets the trade protections proposed in its petition with the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). This spring,Read More — Solar Builder magazine

  • Vivint Solar opens up shop in Vermont

    Vermont has big plans for focusing on renewable energy, and Vivint Solar wants in on that future, deciding to enter the state this week. Vermont ranks No. 2 on the Union of Concerned Scientists’ Clean Energy Momentum State Ranking, and is noted for leading the country in clean energy jobsRead More — Solar Builder magazine