RenewEconomy. (Note, all dollars are $US). The flow of analysis about battery storage from big-end investment banks continues apace. Last week it was HSBC and Citigroup with ground-breaking reports – which we wrote about here and here. UBS also jumped in on the act too. Why is this so? Well, … [continued]
Analysis firms need to be able to point back to months’ and years’ worth of accurate analysis and forecast information if they’re to be taken seriously. So it comes as no surprise when these firms make mention of their expertise and remind readers of their accuracy — regardless of the … [continued]
A new SolarCity-Honda megadeal will make $50 million available to finance solar energy projects for Honda and Acura customers and dealerships in the U.S.
From the home solar market domination of SolarCity & Vivint Solar to the success of solar schools in the UK to an interview with the CEO of Vivint Solar, check out the fun and interesting solar power stories below. Our own Jake Richardson interviews Vivint Solar CEO Greg Butterfield regarding Vivint … [continued]
A gigantic new urban agriculture operation in Chicago will blow everything else out of the water with a rooftop farm on Method’s new manufacturing plant.
By: Colin Murchie, Director of Project Finance, Sol Systems. Research support provided by Eric Lustgarten. The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is getting closer to solidifying the next iteration of its solar incentive program with the creation of the Megawatt Block. Perhaps befitting what may be … [continued]
Editor’s Note (ZS): The photos above and the videos below, which I took, have been added to this repost (Roy and I were there together!), and I would also note that the 90% cut in cost compared to a conventional EV charging station is partly due to the fact that … [continued]
Solar Love. Black Hills Power was considering a special demand rate for all renewable energy customers instead of a reward for installing solar panels that help with grid security, grid reliability, energy independence, the environment, and public health. The idea for the charges didn’t make customers happy, however. As such, the … [continued]
The National Energy Agency of China wants to see more construction of distributed solar power & is revising regulations to encourage growth in the sector.
Cost of Solar. The state of Wisconsin offers incentives to help people improve energy efficiency, increase insulation in their homes and businesses, and convert to solar and renewable power. Solar power increased in Wisconsin in 2013 by 17%. Among Wisconsin solar incentives are a rebate program, several tax breaks, a … [continued]
