GTM Research Predicts More Battery Storage, Lower Prices For Residential Solar
GTM Research predicts by 2023, 90% of all rooftop solar systems will include a battery storage component as homeowners opt to take control of the solar energy systems.
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California, Hawaii Lead Surge In Residential Battery Storage In Q1
A new report from Greentech Media and the Energy Storage Association says residential battery storage is surging in the US, led by California and Hawaii.
Community Power State Scorecard Comparison — 2018 vs. 2017
Earlier this spring, the Institute for Local Self-Reliance released its 2018 Community Power State Scorecard, revealing the the best and worst states for local clean energy across the country.
The State(s) Of Distributed Solar — 2017 Update
Energy production from renewable sources continues to expand in the US at a rapid clip, thanks in no small part to the substantial growth of solar energy — and distributed solar in particular — in recent years. More states than ever are making solar a priority. But where have these gains been greatest, and what are the economic implications for residents from one state to the next?
The 2018 Community Power State Scorecard
Originally published at ilsr.org. Each year, the Institute for Local Self-Reliance provides a score for each state’s energy policies based on how they help or hinder local clean energy action. In 2018, 21 states had a failing grade, 17 were mediocre, 11 had a passing grade, and just 2 excelled … [continued]
2018 Solar Power Rocks Report Grades Every State On Solar Friendliness
The annual Solar Power Rocks survey of all 50 states makes it simple to compare how receptive your state is to private solar panel systems. Is your state solar-friendly? The rankings may surprise you.
Tata Power Launches India’s First Solar Carport
Indian companies continue to push for innovation with an endeavor to meet the highly ambitious renewable energy target set by the government. The conducive policy and regulatory regime for the development of renewable energy in the country has reaped the first solar-powered carport.
Tesla Moves Into Nevada As The State Enacts Progressive New Solar Policies
Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval signed a handful of new solar and energy related bills today in Carson City to help the state pivot away from the anti-consumer, anti-solar net metering regulation that forced SolarCity out of the state in late 2015.
What’s Going On At SolarCity? Only Elon Musk Knows For Sure
SolarCity is delaying the introduction of two styles of its innovative Solar Roof. The other two styles should be available later this month. It has also abandoned door to door sales. Some analysts are concerned it may drag down the price of Tesla shares.
Is New York’s “Compromise” The Future For Net Metering?
The proposed solution is a three-part price for solar energy produced, but not used, locally: the value of the electricity based on location, the value to the distribution (local) grid, and the “external” societal value. The new price works in concert with, rather than replacing, net metering.
