Tag: regulations
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How have utilities changed the value of solar? Aurora Solar runs 45 million scenarios to find out
Net energy metering (NEM) policies have played a crucial role in making residential solar installations a good investment for homeowners in the United States. However, as installed solar capacity has increased, many utility companies have introduced changes to their NEM programs that reduce the value of distributed solar. Aurora usedRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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Nevada finalizes commitment to clean energy future with a slew of bills this year
Nevada’s clean energy advocates are celebrating the commitment of Gov. Steve Sisolak and the State Legislature this week after officially signing into law an unparalleled number of energy related bills. The suite of legislation began with Senate Bill 358, strengthening Nevada’s clean-energy standards to require 50 percent clean energy byRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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Duke Energy trying out new solar energy program tailored to businesses, schools, nonprofits in Indiana
The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission approved a Duke Energy solar energy pilot program aimed at businesses, schools and nonprofits. “This program gives our business and nonprofit customers, including schools and local governments, another option to incorporate clean, renewable energy into their energy mix through a cost-effective leasing arrangement,” said StanRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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Colorado governor to sign seven clean energy bills, including big community solar expansion
Colorado Governor Jared Polis is set to sign seven new clean-energy focused bills into law tomorrow (May 30, 2019), with HB-1003, the Community Solar Gardens Modernization Act, being the key piece of legislation. HB-1003 removes arbitrary restrictions on the size and location of community solar gardens, expanding community solar access toRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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DC Sustainable Energy Utility names nine contractors to install 7 MW of lower income solar via Solar for All
In partnership with the District Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE), the DC Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU) announced plans to work with nine contractors to bring over 7 MW of solar to income-qualified DC residents through its Solar for All program this year. The Solar for All program serves bothRead More — Solar Builder magazine