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Texas Homeowners Can Exempt Solar and Battery Storage Value from Property Taxes

Texas Homeowners Can Exempt Solar and Battery Storage Value from Property Taxes

Texas Homeowners Can Exempt Solar and Battery Storage Value from Property Taxes
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Bernalillo County Commission Approves $1.2 Billion Tax Incentive for West Side Solar Project

Bernalillo County Commission Approves $1.2 Billion Tax Incentive for West Side Solar Project

Bernalillo County Commission Approves $1.2 Billion Tax Incentive for West Side Solar Project
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U.S. States Urged to Adopt Solar Bonds to Boost Residential Solar Adoption

U.S. States Urged to Adopt Solar Bonds to Boost Residential Solar Adoption

Alexis Abramson, Dean of Columbia Climate School, advocates for the adoption of 'solar bonds' in the U.S. as a mechanism to make rooftop solar more affordable for homeowners. This proposal comes after the expiration of the 30% residential solar tax credit and the federal Solar for All program at the end of 2025, which has created a financing gap for solar installations. While existing options like leases and power purchase agreements allow for no-money-down solar, they prevent homeowners from owning the system and thus forfeiting long-term savings. Green banks in states like Connecticut and New York offer below-market loans, but these are tied to the borrower, not the home, posing issues if the homeowner moves. Solar bonds, similar to state and municipal bonds used for infrastructure, would be retail-facing and specifically earmarked for solar projects. This approach aims to provide homeowners with access to cheaper capital while offering investors a modest, guaranteed return. The primary challenge for a f...
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Simo Solar Park Near Arctic Circle Operates for 22 Hours Daily in Summer, Exceeding Nordic Solar Targets

Simo Solar Park Near Arctic Circle Operates for 22 Hours Daily in Summer, Exceeding Nordic Solar Targets

Engineers have successfully constructed and are operating the Simo solar park near the Arctic Circle. This solar farm is notable for running for almost 22 hours a day during the summer months. A key feature contributing to its efficiency is the use of double-sided panels, with snow reflecting sunlight onto both sides, significantly boosting energy production. This development has contributed to Nordic investors adding more new solar capacity than wind for the first time last year. Both Sweden and Finland have achieved their 2030 solar targets years ahead of schedule, demonstrating the unexpected viability and success of solar energy in high-latitude regions.
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Tesla Explores $10.1 Billion Solar Manufacturing Facility in Texas, Seeks Tax Incentives

Tesla Explores $10.1 Billion Solar Manufacturing Facility in Texas, Seeks Tax Incentives

Tesla Explores $10.1 Billion Solar Manufacturing Facility in Texas, Seeks Tax Incentives
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Tesla's 'Project Crystal Sun' Reveals $10.1 Billion Solar Manufacturing Plant Proposal in Texas

Tesla's 'Project Crystal Sun' Reveals $10.1 Billion Solar Manufacturing Plant Proposal in Texas

Tesla's 'Project Crystal Sun' Reveals $10.1 Billion Solar Manufacturing Plant Proposal in Texas
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Canadian Solar Expands U.S. Manufacturing Amid Financial Losses, Driven by Domestic Incentives

Canadian Solar Expands U.S. Manufacturing Amid Financial Losses, Driven by Domestic Incentives

Canadian Solar Expands U.S. Manufacturing Amid Financial Losses, Driven by Domestic Incentives
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United Capital Financial Advisors LLC Initiates New Position in CF Industries Holdings, Inc.

United Capital Financial Advisors LLC Initiates New Position in CF Industries Holdings, Inc.

United Capital Financial Advisors LLC Initiates New Position in CF Industries Holdings, Inc.
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Hawaii Governor Josh Green Addresses Energy Future with Business Leaders

Hawaii Governor Josh Green Addresses Energy Future with Business Leaders

Hawaii Governor Josh Green recently participated in the Coalition for Hawaii’s Energy Future Gathering, an event that brought together over 100 organizations, including businesses, nonprofits, community leaders, energy experts, and affordability advocates. The meeting, held on August 24, focused on discussing practical solutions for Hawaii's energy future. Governor Green specifically acknowledged and thanked the Hawaii Restaurant Association for its participation, emphasizing the importance of the restaurant industry's voice in these discussions. The state continues to grapple with some of the highest electricity costs in the nation, making the transition to more affordable and reliable energy a critical issue for local businesses, particularly the restaurant and food service sectors. The coalition advocates for an energy transition that balances affordability, reliability, and cleaner energy, alongside modernizing Hawaii’s aging power plants.
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U.S. Modules Expands Domestic Solar Manufacturing with Veteran-Led Operations

U.S. Modules Expands Domestic Solar Manufacturing with Veteran-Led Operations

U.S. Modules Expands Domestic Solar Manufacturing with Veteran-Led Operations
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Inflation Reduction Act Offers Significant Tax Credits for Geothermal and Combined Heat and Power Projects

Inflation Reduction Act Offers Significant Tax Credits for Geothermal and Combined Heat and Power Projects

Inflation Reduction Act Offers Significant Tax Credits for Geothermal and Combined Heat and Power Projects
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California Faces Unaffordable Cooling Amid Extreme Heat and Soaring Utility Bills

California Faces Unaffordable Cooling Amid Extreme Heat and Soaring Utility Bills

California is experiencing an increase in frequent and dangerous heat days, making home cooling unaffordable for millions due to sky-high utility bills, according to a new report by the Environmental Working Group (EWG). The report highlights that heat advisory days, defined as 'extreme' or 'major' and threatening health without cooling, have jumped by an average of 55% statewide over the last two decades, with increases ranging from 30% to 145% depending on the region. California families are collectively spending $4 billion annually on home air conditioning, adding $95 to $800 to their yearly utility bills. Approximately 7 million ratepayers are already in utility debt, facing some of the highest electricity bills in the U.S. This situation forces many households to choose between risking extreme heat exposure or incurring further debt to afford cooling.