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Maryland launches grant program to streamline solar permitting with SolarAPP+
The program’s budget of approximately $3.9 million will assist local governments in implementing SolarAPP+ to reduce wait times for solar permits, enhancing access to safe and efficient solar energy installations…
New York achieves major solar milestone a year ahead of schedule: 6 gigawatts of distributed solar now operational
With continued momentum, New York is expected to exceed its initial solar targets, cementing…
Biden-Harris administration invests $861.3 million in Puerto Rico’s renewable energy infrastructure
Project Marahu marks a significant milestone in Puerto Rico’s path toward a cleaner, more…
California’s battery storage capacity surges by 3,000 MW in six months amid record-breaking heat
In August, solar energy hit a new peak, supplying 19,600 MW to the grid.
New training center brings clean energy opportunities to underserved communities in Minneapolis
The training center offers a 12-week solar installation course, a building science course for…
Clean energy industries unite to back bills that could save Illinois ratepayers $3 billion through grid modernization
With broad industry and legislative support, HB5856 and SB3959 are poised to transform Illinois’…
OFN Launched Clean Community Investment Accelerator (CCIA) Program
OFN expressed excitement about advancing this initiative, with the goal of creating a future…
New UL certification works to protect solar inverters from cyberattacks
The UL 2941 standard focuses on cybersecurity measures that should be included in every…
Poll reveals strong support for solar among Californians, including Republicans
85% of Californians believe policymakers should be doing more to encourage the use of…
Illinois moving to “Smart Solar Billing” in 2025
Notable changes under Smart Solar Billing include that energy credits from surplus power will…
New poll shows Texas voters strongly support solar growth
Texas voters overwhelmingly believe the state should encourage solar energy development.
New Mexico bill would expand low-income access to community solar
Currently, nearly half of American households and businesses are unable to use rooftop solar…
OFN Conference 2024: Empowering Communities and Driving Clean Energy Solutions
The 40th Annual Opportunity Finance Network (OFN) Conference is set to take place from…
US energy storage deployments continue to rise in 2024
According to Wood Mackenzie’s five-year outlook for the U.S. energy storage market, total U.S.…
New Hampshire set to roll out long-awaited community solar savings for low-income households
Community solar is recognized as a key approach to extending the benefits of renewable…
Illinois democrats introduce bill to set new 8.5-GW energy storage goal
CEJA, signed by Gov. JB Pritzker on September 15, 2021, launched Illinois on a…
