Advanced Green Technologies completed of one Florida’s largest rooftop solar installations at the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) in Orlando. The 2.2-MWDC system more than doubles the center’s solar energy production while maintaining the same rooftop footprint. The installation supports the Convention Center’s LEED Gold certification and sustainability strategy while powering daily operations at the… The post Advanced Green Technologies installs 2.2-MW solar project on Orlando convention center appeared first on Solar Power World.

Four Republican legislators introduced a bill on Thursday with the goal of preserving certain tax credits for clean energy projects. The “American Energy Dominance Act” is centered on extending the effective lengths for energy efficiency, clean hydrogen and renewable energy tax credits, including the investment tax credit (48E) and production tax credit (45Y) for commercial… The post Republican lawmakers propose bill to preserve commercial solar tax credits appeared first on Solar Power World.

Community solar company Chaberton Energy is hoping to engage Maryland farmers to co-locate agricultural activities on PV project sites. Chaberton is issuing two requests for proposal (RFPs) for 27 acres of land for agrivoltaic purposes in Montgomery County. The farmers will have access to the land at no cost and will be compensated for vegetation… The post Chaberton Energy seeks farmers for agrivoltaic projects in Maryland appeared first on Solar Power World.

The Sisters of Notre Dame of the United States have completed a ground-mounted solar energy project at their Whitehouse, Ohio, facility. This initiative advances their longstanding commitment to care for creation, answering the Church’s call for decisive action to protect creation and ensure a more just and sustainable future. Rooted in Catholic Social Teaching and inspired by… The post Sisters of Notre Dame install solar to support Ohio congregation appeared first on Solar Power World.

UL Solutions announced it has enhanced large-scale fire testing for battery energy storage systems (BESS) to provide code authorities and fire service professionals clearer information on how battery fires may start, grow and spread. The new testing is conducted according to the sixth edition of ANSI/CAN/UL 9540A, the Standard for the Test Method for Evaluating… The post UL Solutions enhances fire testing for large-scale battery projects appeared first on Solar Power World.

FranklinWH announced it is participating in the Efficiency Maine Small Battery Program, allowing Maine homeowners to earn up to $600 per battery each year by supplying stored energy to the grid during peak demand periods. FranklinWH joins Duracell, EcoFlow, EG4, Hoymiles, Solis and Tigo as the approved battery brands for this virtual power plant (VPP)… The post FranklinWH batteries approved for Maine VPP appeared first on Solar Power World.

The Dept. of Commerce has released its preliminary antidumping duty (AD) amounts in an investigation on solar cell imports from India, Indonesia and Laos. The preliminary AD margins are 123.04% for all Indian producers, 35.17% for all Indonesian producers, and 22.46% for all Laotian producers. Combined with the preliminary countervailing duty (CVD) determinations, India has… The post Commerce releases prelim antidumping tariffs in India, Indonesia, Laos solar case appeared first on Solar Power World.

Renewables companies Octopus Energy and Lunar Energy are rolling out an electricity plan in Texas that will pair fixed energy pricing with Lunar Energy’s home battery that manages when power is stored, used and shared. The partnership will bring these systems to a limited number of homes across Texas, providing backup power, reducing strain on… The post Octopus Energy and Lunar Energy launch fixed-rate energy storage program in Texas appeared first on Solar Power World.

Solar project developer-operator Headwater Energy today announced it has completed the acquisition of Arena Renewables, a distributed generation solar and battery energy storage system developer. Arena’s leadership team will continue to operate the business, supported by Headwater’s capital resources and institutional infrastructure. “Arena has built an exceptional platform: disciplined development, a talented team, and a… The post Headwater Energy acquires DG solar developer Arena Renewables appeared first on Solar Power World.

Pisgah Energy, a commercial solar contractor, completed rooftop solar PV systems built across six buildings for AAR’s Airframe facility at Piedmont Triad International International Airport in Guilford County, North Carolina. “It was an honor supporting AAR’s efforts to make a significant and positive impact on their carbon footprint. The Greensboro staff was highly engaged throughout… The post Pisgah Energy installs solar on 6 buildings at North Carolina airport appeared first on Solar Power World.

Commercial solar contractor Solect Energy opened its new headquarters in Hopkinton, Massachusetts, this week. The company built the facility to house its expanding operations. “Our new headquarters reflects an important milestone for Solect and the continued growth of our team,” said John Bodt, CEO of Solect Energy. “Our best work happens when our people are… The post Solect Energy opens new Massachusetts headquarters supporting Northeast commercial solar appeared first on Solar Power World.

A federal judge from Massachusetts has halted five separate orders from the Trump administration that were impeding renewable energy project development with federal oversight. Chief Judge Denise Casper from Massachusetts’ U.S. District Court filed a preliminary injunction on Tuesday blocking these orders claiming that they violate an administrative procedure law and are damaging to renewable… The post Federal court halts Trump administration’s orders impeding solar, wind development appeared first on Solar Power World.