Californians show opposition to utility proposals to replace net metering
A new poll indicates that eight in ten voters disapprove of utility proposals to reduce net metering, the same day that hundreds rallied in San Francisco against PG&E’s proposal.
Texas grid operator predicts 50-fold increase in solar by 2030
An ERCOT report on new federal regulations predicts that the state’s installed solar capacity will grow to 13 GW by 2030, even without new EPA rules.
Video interviews with the U.S. Energy Department, ABB & Enphase via pv magazine LIVE
This weekend we bring you more videos from the Solar Power International trade show in California, featuring voices from the U.S. government and top companies.
CSUN opens PV cell factory in Korea
China Sunergy is continuing the internationalization of its production by bringing online a 200 MW PV cell factory in South Korea.
Austin, Texas approves another 162 MW of solar projects
The 162 MW approved today adds to 288 MW approved two weeks ago, and will bring Austin to more than 670 MW of solar when completed.
Climate and clean energy take center stage in the Democratic Party debates
In sharp contrast to their Republican rivals, U.S. Democratic candidates had a lot to say about Climate Change, and some have detailed and ambitious plans for clean energy.
China aims for 150 GW of solar PV by 2020
The nation has again raised its targets for PV deployment, with a goal to install 20 GW annually from 2016 through 2020.
Hawaii shuts down net metering to new customers
While immediately closing net metering, Hawaiian regulators also published new rules for self-consumption and an order for HECO to create time-of-use rates.
Yingli pays off majority of medium-term notes due today
Yingli Green Energy took a step towards restoring investor confidence this morning by paying off 70% of its medium-term notes due on October 13.
Online solar shoppers are choosing direct ownership over leases and PPAs
Online solar marketplace provider EnergySage has released its first report on a year’s worth of purchases, showing some notable divergences from national trends.
