Tag: commercial and industrial
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Northeastern University energizes 157 kW rooftop solar system
Ameresco Inc. has completed the installation of a rooftop solar installation at Northeastern University’s Boston campus. The installation takes the form of an on-grid, rooftop solar system atop the university’s landmark Snell Library building. In total, the implemented solar system provides 157.78 kWp DC of power for the University’s library, which receives more than 2……
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Unique lessons learned from a California school district solar portfolio
We’re all familiar with the conventional commercial solar installations for office buildings, business campuses, retailers, etc. to save on energy costs and meet corporate sustainability goals. Not only is solar a great solution for these customers, but it can be an excellent option for municipalities and school systems. According to Generation180, the amount of solar……
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Webinar | From CapEx to OpEx: How to Build Profitable Solar Tracker Projects
Wednesday | April 24 | 2 pm EDT | Register here The path to maximizing long-term revenue begins with understanding how terrain, topography, weather, and technology impact CapEx and OpEx. Join our webinar on April 24 to learn how smart decision-making up front can reduce capital and operating expenses while driving a higher ROI. Leading……
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EDP Renewables inks 15-year PPA with Walmart in Texas
EDP Renewables North America LLC (EDPR NA) and Walmart Inc. have signed a 15-year power purchase agreement (PPA) for a portion of a new 180 MWac solar project in Texas. The agreement adds to a long-standing national partnership that includes 431 MW of offtake from both utility-scale and distributed generation sites across North America. Under the new……
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Design for install: Grading solar projects on under-module wire management plan
Contributed by Mark Gies, director and solar expert at S-5! | This month marks my 15th anniversary in the rooftop solar industry, my biggest stint in any single industry, by a longshot. Most of my solar career has been on the mechanical and structural sides of engineering, with mounting systems, application engineering, codes and standards,……