Category Archives: Utility

Community Solar: No Roof Required

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Ben Higgins

Community solar is a hugely-interesting and dynamic area of solar policy in 2013. Where they exist, such programs offer significantly-expanded access to clean energy’s many benefits. No roof required. In a true community solar program, customers “subscribe” or purchase an … Continue reading →

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California Leads the Way in Solar Power

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Ben Higgins

During his first year in office, California Governor Jerry Brown hasn’t just signed the most aggressive renewable portfolio standard in the nation (33% of electricity from renewables by 2020) into law, he’s also called for the deployment of 12,000 megawatts … Continue reading →

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Solar Carports Killing Two Birds With One Sun

Posted on April 3, 2012 by Billy Heidt

In this time of economic “belt-tightening” many business owners and government facilities managers are trying to find more creative ways to fund improvement projects. The emerging trend in solar carports offers one solution to limited funding through the installation of … Continue reading →

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Solar Hot in Germany, Catching Fire in U.S.

Posted on April 2, 2012 by Ben Higgins

One of the defining features of any solar-related conference is an endless number of comparisons between Germany – still the world’s top solar market– and the U.S. In fact, it should be a drinking game. Someone mentions Germany – you … Continue reading →

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Solar Coming on Strong in New Jersey

Posted on April 2, 2012 by Ben Higgins

When you think of states with a long-term commitment to solar energy, most people tend to think of sunshine, renewable-friendly politics, and expensive conventionally-produced electricity. States like California, Arizona, and Nevada come to mind. It can be sunny and hot … Continue reading →

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