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What is driving record rooftop solar volumes in Australia?

Renewable Energy World

Despite the challenges of 2020, the solar market has continued to grow and has posted record high installation figures for the year. million in 2020. Solar power has become a mass market product and is driven by a strong financial and environmental return. The exceptional growth in 2020 has been bolstered by the below 3 drivers.

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Connecticut powers into the lead with breakthrough customer battery program

Renewable Energy World

By Todd Olinsky-Paul, Clean Energy Group / Clean Energy States Alliance. With the long-anticipated approval of its new Statewide Electric Storage Program , Connecticut has just leapfrogged the rest of New England to become the new regional leader in distributed battery storage program development. Equitable access.

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The largest and most spectacular wind farms in the world

The Environmental Blog

The Gansu Wind Complex, China The Gansu Wind Complex stands as a testament to China’s commitment to renewable energy and sustainable development. Unveiling the Giant: Gansu Wind Complex The Gansu Wind Complex is one of the world’s largest wind power installations, covering vast expanses of the Gansu Province in northwestern China.

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COVID-19 and a Path Toward a Greener Future

The Environmental Blog

The year 2020 will be remembered as a year in which humanity weathered a dangerous and fast-spreading disease, costing companies and governments billions in management and recovery. A Closer Look: Work from Home. Many economic sectors had slowed down or shuttered entirely due to lowered demand and health measures. Source:Rume, T.

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Home Improvement Month: Thank You to Our Industry Professionals

Mosaic

It’s Home Improvement Month, and we want to empower and celebrate home improvement contractors. More people at home, and working from home, has caused an increase in the wear-and-tear on their houses—and the need for home improvements and home improvement financing options.*.

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A solar settlement for the good of the grid

Renewable Energy World

Getting electricity customer-generators the compensation they deserve has been a battle in many states. Could a settlement between the utility and solar advocates squash net metering conflict for good? The settlement, which Utility Dive calls a “landmark settlement” may finally put to rest the controversy over net metering.

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Tech Startup Sustainability Guide: Running An Eco-Friendly Business

Green Business Bureau

Being more energy-efficient, reducing waste – through recycling, reuse, and reducing regimes -, and curbing scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) from the daily commute, all help your company save money. The average gas end electricity consumed by a medium-sized office is 45,000 kWh and 30,000-50,000 kWh per year respectively.