Factory start-ups in any industry are never “plug-and-play.” Start-ups in the solar panel manufacturing industry are no exception. Yet problems persist. From conducting haphazard start-up preparation to hiring unqualified technicians, these...
Supply and demand for solar energy are both at unprecedented levels, which should give us all hope for our shared clean energy future. And North America’s commercial real estate owners – especially those who own buildings with large rooftops –...
The introduction of the UL 3741 Standard for Photovoltaic Hazard Control in 2020 was hailed as an important milestone in the solar industry’s continuing drive to improve solar system safety. Building on rapid shutdown best...
It is mandatory that solar power plants remain connected to power grids for a certain period to support them during fault events. However, under certain circumstances, these ride-through functions may exhibit delayed response or even misoperation of...
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is arguably the most significant piece of renewable energy legislation in American history. It creates a unique opportunity for project developers and investors to accelerate the transition to renewables — and...
Before 2023, one solar installer out of Texas was living the dream — in business over 12 years, he had grown his company almost entirely on referrals and inbound leads. But then this year hit. Suddenly, this Texan installer saw other...
In 2022, the residential solar market attained its highest annual growth rate since 2015. Brighter days are ahead, too,...
As the global shift towards renewable energy sources gains momentum, solar power has taken center stage. The sight of solar panels, whether mounted to rooftops or sprawling in solar farms across the world, is a profound representation of our...
The solar industry is the fastest growing resource for renewable energy in the world. The increase in affordability and demand during the past decade has positioned the industry on a trajectory for unprecedented growth in the years to come. Notably,...
Solar development faces significant challenges. Despite the incredible pace of successful projects, as it turns out, most projects fail to reach Notice to Proceed (NTP)—even if they have site control and an interconnection queue position. Due to...
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