We Recycle Solar and Renewables.org expanded their collaboration by launching a program for developers, IPPs, and manufacturers to make tax-deductible donations of surplus, residual, and used panels. The companies are looking to help companies leverage unused assets in a way that is both eco-conscious and economically advantageous.
PV Mag looks at the impact of Biden’s intensified trade measures against China via increasing tariffs on imported solar and battery cells, particularly in light of factors like changes in global manufacturing, price decreases, and Commerce Department trade complaints on the horizon.
Aurora Solar has launched its racking partner ecosystem where solar design and racking design live under one roof. First set of racking partners includes Pegasus Solar, IronRidge, EcoFasten, and SunModo. The company says this integration will allow for streamlined post-sales workflows, boosted accuracy due to minimization of data loss/errors, and enhanced efficiency and consistency across systems.
The IEA released a report finding that global investment in the renewables manufacturing rose to $200 billion in 2023, a 70% increase from 2022. Spending on PV manufacturing more than doubled last year, while investment in battery manufacturing rose by 60%, the report. About 40% of investments in clean energy manufacturing in 2023 were in facilities due to come online in 2024.
Solar Builder asked solar electrical BOS suppliers questions about trends in solar tracker design and large-scale solar sites – and how they impact cable and wire management and other solar eBOS issues. They offer their responses and some examples from SB’s Ground-Mount Solar BOS Buyer’s Guide.
The energy output of bifacial solar panels is impacted by the placement of white reflective surfaces directly beneath the panels. A Canadian research team found that these kinds of surfaces increase output by 4.5%, depending on location.
The solar market is vast. Residential and Utility segments of the Solar Industry are quite established and growing rapidly. The mid-market, specifically the C&I and Community Sectors are another story. With non-uniform solutions, sizes, types of projects and local rules, the Commercial & Industrial sector of Solar has always been the unique animal in the jungle. Community Solar is another species in that wild jungle.
Marc Palmer’s Conductor Solar has been working to bring some sense and uniformity to the challenges of developing Community Solar assets across the US. In this conversation Kerim Baran of SolarAcademy & Marc Palmer talk about:
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- Marc Palmer’s background and how Conductor Solar started. Marc’s background in engineering and renewable energy, including his time at Invenergy, one of the world’s largest renewable energy companies.
- The evolution, size, and landscape of community solar programs across various states in the US.
- Identification of unique markets with community solar programs tied to specific utility areas.
- Challenges and opportunities in navigating regulatory landscapes.
- Key considerations and tips for developers of community solar assets.
- The video is below.
