Tag: storage
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Connecticut doubles upfront incentive to install home energy storage
The Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) recently announced updates to the Energy Storage Solutions program to increase accessibility and adoption by residential customers in Connecticut. Residential customers can now receive up to $16,000 in upfront incentives, an increase from the previous maximum incentive of $7,500. For customers that qualify as low-income, the upfront incentive……
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Nine solar installers promoted in Panasonic Installer Program
Panasonic Corporation of North America promoted two Elite and seven Premium level solar installers last week, expanding the number of homeowners who will gain access to the benefits of Panasonic’s EVERVOLT home energy solutions portfolio. The newly promoted Premium Installers will enjoy the benefits of access to qualified sales leads, marketing assets, training programs and……
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Strata breaks ground on 1 GWh Scatter Wash energy storage project in Phoenix
Strata Clean Energy celebrated the start of construction on its Scatter Wash battery storage complex in Phoenix. The 255 MW / 1.02 GWh facility is expected to become operational in April 2025. A groundbreaking ceremony included executives from Strata, along with representatives from Arizona Public Service (APS) and other local dignitaries. Scatter Wash will provide APS……
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Three intriguing home solar + storage announcements at CES 2024
More and more consumer-focused power brands are beefing up their product offerings for solar + storage homeowners. Several new systems and services made their debut at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES). Here’s an overview of notable announcements: Bluetti adds solar installation services Bluetti has built a brand on portable power, but over the last……
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Surviving the NEM 3 California solar market | Power Forward!
California solar installers experienced a disastrous 2023 as soon as the NEM 3 rate changes took effect. The California Solar and Storage Association reports about an 80 percent drop in rooftop solar projects since April 2023. To make matters worse, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) closed out 2023 by approving further changes that impact……