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The Inflation Reduction Act and Solar Power | Seeing Progress Already
Economics is a peculiar science. I will fall back on the economist Friedrich Hayek, who said that economics uses an approach which is “decidedly unscientific in the true sense of the word, since it involves a mechanical and uncritical application of habits of thought to fields different from those in which they have been formed.”…
Read MoreDOE Invests $14 Million to Enhance Environmental and Wildlife Benefits from Solar Energy Infrastructure
Originally published on Energy.gov on October 17th, 2022 WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced $14 million in funding to researchers to study how solar energy infrastructure interacts with wildlife and ecosystems. These projects are part of DOE’s nearly $100 million renewable power research portfolio that invests in innovative, cost-effective solutions to…
Read MoreJimmy Carter, Solar Power Pioneer
A funny thing happened in the 1970s: the Energy Crisis. Triggered by international tensions in the Middle East, oil producing countries formed an embargo called “Organization of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries (OAPEC),” which restricted oil export and sent prices soaring. This left the United States, which had only recently become dependent on foreign oil, plunged…
Read MoreCan Connecticut Keep up with Community Solar?
Written by Geraldine DimalaluanData Analyst Updated July 6, 2024 | 2 min read Connecticut legislators are actively pursuing solar energy measures to propel the state towards its clean energy targets. By 2040, Connecticut aims to source all its power from carbon-free energy to combat climate change. What is the H.B No.…
Read MoreGolf Course Transforms into Solar Farm in Connecticut
Written by Odellya SohnisSolar Energy Expert Updated July 6, 2024 | 4 min read ENFIELD, CT – In a remarkable transition, a once-beloved golf driving range in the Hazardville section of Enfield is undergoing a profound transformation into a nearly 20-acre solar farm, symbolizing the power of sustainable change and adaptability. For nearly three decades, the…
Read MoreUte Mountain Ute Tribe to Illuminate Colorado with Sun Bear Solar Project
Written by Geraldine DimalaluanData Analyst Updated July 6, 2024 | 3 min read In a bold move towards sustainability, the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe is embarking on an ambitious endeavor—the Sun Bear Solar Project. Nestled in the scenic landscapes of southwestern Colorado, this monumental initiative is poised to become one of the nation’s largest solar…
Read MoreAnticipating the Next Solar Eclipse: CAISO Gears Up for April 8 Event
Written by Geraldine DimalaluanData Analyst Updated July 6, 2024 | 3 min read In anticipation of the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, let’s take a moment to reflect on the challenges and successes of the previous eclipse in October 2023. During the October eclipse, the California Independent System Operator (CAISO) faced a…
Read MoreFormer Coal Plant Transforms into Solar Power Haven in Massachusetts
Written by Odellya SohnisSolar Energy Expert Updated July 6, 2024 | 4 min read Amherst, MA – A revolutionary solar project has illuminated Massachusetts, offering a shining example of how to balance clean energy generation with environmental conservation and community needs. A once-defunct coal-fired power plant site near the old Mount Tom Station has undergone…
Read MorePA Farms are Pitched Solar: Is It Pretty Enough?
Written by Odellya SohnisSolar Energy Expert Updated July 6, 2024 | 4 min read Central Pennsylvania is witnessing a surge in solar development on farmland, sparking debate over aesthetics and land use. In response, Pasa Sustainable Agriculture is spearheading a pioneering effort to introduce farmers to a groundbreaking approach—agrivoltaics—allowing continued farming while generating solar energy,…
Read MoreSolar Boosting Bill Gains Bipartisan Support in Pennsylvania
Written by Odellya SohnisSolar Energy Expert Updated July 6, 2024 | 4 min read Pennsylvania – June 28, 2023 – In an effort to promote renewable energy in Pennsylvania, a noteworthy proposal is making its way through the state’s legislature. The “Solar for Schools” bill, which passed the House with overwhelming bipartisan support in June…
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