Tag: solarcity
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New SolarCity referral program will donate to nonprofits that get sign ups
SolarCity launched a new referral program called SunRaising that allows nonprofit organizations to raise funds by encouraging members to adopt solar. Nonprofits can enroll in the SunRaising program now by visiting the registration website. Each time a supporter of a specific SunRaising partner organization signs up, SolarCity will donate $200Read More — Solar Builder magazine
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Johns Hopkins taps SolarCity, Direct Energy, OneEnergy Renewables for 13.6-MW solar install
Johns Hopkins says it is time to start producing some of its own affordable, reliable energy. But due to lack of roof or ground space on current facilities for such a large-scale solar project, Johns Hopkins chose a remote solar arrangement that could still provide its facilities with affordable power.Read More — Solar Builder magazine
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SolarCity eliminates 500 jobs in Nevada after net-metering decision
Following the decision by Governor Brian Sandoval’s Public Utilities Commission (PUC) to drastically alter Nevada’s rooftop solar industry, SolarCity announced that it has been forced to eliminate more than 550 jobs in the state. Where possible, the company will relocate affected employees to business-friendly states. The PUC’s decision is makingRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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SolarCity affirms: ‘We have no alternative but to cease Nevada installations’
SolarCity followed up on its claim that it would cease doing business in Nevada if the state’s Public Utilities Commission voted to approve of a new tariff that would retroactively apply to all net metered solar residents. Here is the original story for background. “This is a very difficult decision butRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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Solar CEOs say they will cease operations in Nevada if proposed tariff changes go through
Nevada is on the verge of voting on a drastic change to its rate structure that would retroactively affect anyone who has already installed solar based on the original net metering tariff. Residents and several solar CEOs are unhappy with this sudden change in direction. From the Las Vegas Review-Journal:Read More — Solar Builder magazine