Tag: News
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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……
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Wisconsin’s largest solar project now fully operational
Madison Gas and Electric (MGE) and We Energies are setting another milestone in delivering affordable, reliable and clean energy to their customers. The final panels at the Badger Hollow Solar Farm are now in service, completing the largest solar project in Wisconsin history. Badger Hollow Solar Farm is a 300 MW renewable energy facility located……
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Intersect Power switches on 828 MWp Lumina solar project in Texas
Intersect Power LLC placed its 828 MWp/640 MWac Lumina Solar project in Scurry County, Texas, into commercial operation on Jan. 3. Built with First Solar panels, the project created more than 900 jobs at peak construction, all of which adhered to a commitment to fair equitable compensation, providing prevailing wages throughout the entire development cycle….…
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Phase 1 of Ohio’s largest solar complex is now operational
A 150 MWac portion of what will be Ohio’s largest solar complex is now fully operational in Madison County. Phase 1 of the Fox Squirrel Solar project, developed by EDF Renewables North America and Enbridge Inc., is delivering electricity to the PJM grid. Being built in three sections, the Fox Squirrel Solar project is a……
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Solar financing consolidation continues: Sunstone Credit acquires ORKA Finance
Despite the many advantages of solar for businesses, most companies have lacked access to loan financing for solar installations in the past, forcing them to pay cash, use a more cumbersome financing solution, or forgo the benefits of solar altogether. Sunstone Credit is the largest commercial solar fintech platform. As such, it is in position……