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Investing in transmission isn't just about powering homes today — it's about ensuring affordability, strengthening grid reliability and paving the way for the energy needs of tomorrow. MISO projects its latest portfolio can create $83 billion in net benefit over 40 years across the Midwest. Read more from Utility Dive's Ethan Howland: https://lnkd.in/g_z4GmD5

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Interested in how the electric grid is evolving during the energy transition? Check out these three episodes from With Great Power! 1️⃣ What cleaning the grid means for Californians: https://hubs.li/Q02R6t1k0 2️⃣ Preparing the grid for millions more electric cars: https://hubs.li/Q02R6sqg0 3️⃣ The urgent need for more grid automation: https://hubs.li/Q02R6rM80

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As many of you know, Under the California Public Utilities Commission's Net Metering (NEM) 3.0 policy, solar projects are now paid 75% less for excess energy. As a result, hundreds of EPCs (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction firms) have gone out of business, including the former solar giant SunPower. According to the California Solar and Storage Association (CALSSA), “It took California 13 years to build its first million solar roofs, five years to build its second million, and just one year to cut solar installations to a 10-year low.” We offer third-party ownership solutions and help EPCs navigate the evolving energy landscape and continue to thrive. Sunrock understands the challenges that EPCs are facing under NEM 3.0 - and we are here to finance your projects - please reach out to us and submit your projects at the link below. #NEM3 #SolarEnergy #CleanEnergy #Microgrids #RenewableEnergy #EnergyPolicy #SunrockDG #SDG

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✅ Hurricane Milton impacted solar generation minimally outside the southeastern region, highlighting the resilience of solar infrastructure nationwide. ✅ California established a new peak battery discharge record after installing 10 GW of utility-scale batteries. ✅ The Sierra Club reports that large utilities plan to only replace half their fossil generation by 2035, indicating that the journey towards full solar domination is far from over. Solar power continues making notable strides across the U.S., with advances and barriers alike mirroring the evolution of this renewable energy source. While Hurricane Milton considerably impacted the southeast, the solar generation systems nationwide proved their robust resilience. In positive development, California pioneered a new record in battery discharge after installing a whopping 10 GW of utility-scale batteries. This landmark installation highlights the escalating capacity for power storage, enhancing overall solar-generated electricity efficiency. Contrarily, Escondido momentarily paused on battery storage sites, signalling more regulation challenges for solar entities. Lastly, while the Sierra Club's report shows that utilities plan to substitute only half their fossil fuel generation by 2035, this new data proves solar’s gradual but potent emergence into the mainstream energy mix. From weathering hurricanes to achieving new discharge records, solar power’s journey is characterized by relentless innovation and unwavering resilience. For more information on selling solar virtually across the USA visit www.tstpros.com 🌞.

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Check out this comprehensive and clear explanation by Jeff St. John of Canary Media Inc. detailing the huge challenges that the GenCell EVOX is designed to overcome: Despite state laws SB 410 and AB 50 ordering California regulators to speed up the process of getting utility customers the grid power they need; a recent CPUC decision to set timeframes; and the Advanced Clean Trucks and Advanced Clean Fleets rules, the demand for fast charging to enable truck (and other vehicle) electrification far exceeds grid capacity. The article quotes an engineer in the field: "Utilities’ grid-capacity additions are taking from seven to 10 years to ​“plan, design, budget, construct, and energize... Unless those capacity expansions can be sped up significantly, ​electric trucks become expensive stranded assets that are unable to charge.” The GenCell EVOX delivers rapidly deployable bridge power to enable DC fast EV charging when, where and for as long as it is needed. #FuelCells #DERs #Microgrids #FleetElectrification #EVCharging #SayNoToDiesel

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Leeward Renewable Energy, alongside California's PG&E, has established a pivotal long-term agreement ensuring resource adequacy for a substantial PV co-located Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Arizona. This 15-year commitment encompasses the energy generated by the Sierra Pinta BESS project in Yuma County, Arizona, boasting a capacity of 112.5MW/450MWh and slated to commence construction in September, aiming for commercial operation in the first half of 2025. Resource Adequacy (RA) agreements, such as this, are vital mechanisms within the CAISO market, allowing resources to commit their capacity to meet demand requirements, bolstering reliability without reliance on centralized Capacity Market (CM) auctions. Arizona's landscape is witnessing a surge in grid-scale BESS initiatives, driven by long-term Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), tolling agreements, and RA commitments. Notably, Plus Power secured tax equity for a 360MWh project in May, followed by Longroad Energy's commencement of an 855MWh system in March. Additionally, a 1GWh project came online during the same month, claiming the title of the state's largest endeavor in energy storage. This flurry of activity underscores Arizona's emergence as a focal point for large-scale energy storage endeavors. https://lnkd.in/gN2SPQHx

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Fallon Two Rock Solar Farm Powers Up: MCE and Renewable America’s Green Energy Milestone The Fallon Two Rock Solar Farm has officially commenced operations, announced partners MCE and Renewable America, marking a significant milestone in California’s renewable energy landscape. MCE, a not-for-profit electricity provider serving over 585,000 customer accounts and 1.5 million residents and businesses in California, revealed that the Fallon installation is its sixteenth feed-in tariff project to become operational in the Bay Area. With a commitment to delivering renewable power ranging from 60% to 100%, MCE currently provides 14 GW of electricity to its customers. Renewable America, a renewable energy developer specializing in small utility-scale solar storage and community microgrid projects in […] Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/ghtUGqnR #solarenergy #alternativeenergy #solarpv #pvsolar #photovoltaic #cleanenergy #cleantech #climatechange #middleeast #africa #india #asiapacific #asia #america #greenenergy #northamerica #renewableamerica #renewableenergy #solarstorage

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✅ The transition from a net energy metering (NEM) policy to a net billing tariff (NBT) structure is reshaping the solar industry, particularly in California. ✅ While customers may initially have less financial incentive due to this transition, it has prompted a significant increase in battery energy storage inclusion which can offer substantial advantages including backup power and storage for high demand periods. ✅ Despite fears of a downturn, solar installations remain consistent, and there has been a surge in consolidation, implying a stronger, more robust solar market. Discover how California's shift to a new solar market structure has unexpectedly spotlighted the benefits of integrating battery storage with solar panels, defying initial fears and not only sustaining, but strengthening the solar industry with a surprising boost in battery energy storage inclusion. Explore the evolving dynamics of solar installations, the shift in customer financing, and how these changes have resulted in an increase in ownership rates. Plus, you'll learn about market consolidation: the top five solar installers now control 51% of the market under NBT. Even amidst policy changes, the solar industry continues to innovate and provide opportunities for homeowners to capitalize on clean, renewable energy. For more information on selling solar virtually across the USA visit www.tstpros.com 🌞🔋🌎

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With CA lawmakers stifling community solar development (again), the push for C&I and Utility-Scale BESS/Solar is even more important while we push for a greener tomorrow. I understand the standpoint that many of the decade-old community projects aren't attractive for new investors/financers, but the NVBT was supposed to lower the costs associated with these projects. Is there some other angle the CPUC is coming from with the pushback? Or is it as cut and dry as "it simply isn't cost-effective yet"? 🤔 Curious about other thoughts on this. https://lnkd.in/gFzu35Qc

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Aspen Power Set to Procure Community Solar Portfolio of 19 MW in Illinois Aspen Power, a distributed generation platform, announced its partnership with a developer to procure 20 community solar projects totaling up to 19 MW, primarily located in Illinois. This portfolio includes projects at different developmental stages, including those under construction and scheduled for commissioning within 2024. The growth of community solar in Illinois has surged in recent years, driven by the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA). CEJA implements measures aimed at increasing access to solar energy for low- and moderate-income communities. Aspen Power’s acquisition mirrors the favorable market environment in the state, fostered by ongoing policy backing. This acquisition marks […] Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/gGcBDPKU #solarenergy #alternativeenergy #solarpv #pvsolar #photovoltaic #cleanenergy #cleantech #climatechange #middleeast #africa #india #asiapacific #asia #america #aspenpower #northamerica #renewableenergy #renewableenergy #solarenergy #unitedstates

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When is a utility NOT a utility, and how can they affect massive change for EV charging optimization at scale? In California, one of the largest Community Choice Aggregators (#CCA) is MCE which provides retail electricity to nearly 1.5 million residential and business customers in the Bay Area. Our company, ev.energy, provides MCE and its customers with a method to ensure that EV charging happens 1) to avoid stress on the electric grid and 2) when the most abundant renewable energy is available. In the video here, MCE's customers explain in their own words how the ev.energy app allows them to "set it and forget it" to optimize charging to keep electricity bills as low as possible, while keeping their EV charged and ready to go when they need it. We at ev.energy are bringing this forward-looking approach to managed charging not just to utilities around the country and the world, but also to emerging organizations dedicated to clean transportation. #electriccars #electricvehicles #virtualpowerplant #vpp #EVcharging #utilities #tesla #marincounty #loadmanagement #demandresponse

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Community solar offers a unique opportunity to lower energy bills and boost clean energy access in California. Despite the support from diverse stakeholders, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) is considering a proposal that would limit these benefits for renters and low-income communities. The Utility Reform Network urges CPUC to reconsider. Community solar enables customers to benefit from centralized solar farms, receiving economic credits on their utility bills without installing panels themselves. This is crucial for renters and low-income households often excluded from solar benefits. California’s Assembly Bill 2316 supports a fair approach, ensuring at least 51% of benefits go to low-income customers. Unlike expensive rooftop solar incentives, community solar provides cost-effective bill reductions and enhances grid reliability, especially when paired with battery storage. CPUC must reject the flawed proposal and embrace community solar to achieve energy affordability and sustainability for all Californians. #communitysolar #cleanenergy #affordableenergy #california #renewables #sustainability #solarpowered #solarintallation #solarenergy

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🌞 The 2024 ACC Update: What It Means for California Solar + Storage in 2025 ⚡ California's Avoided Cost Calculator (ACC) is evolving, and the 2024 updates could bring significant changes to solar and energy storage value streams. Dive into our latest blog to explore how these adjustments might shape the industry and impact project economics in 2025. Read the full breakdown:

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