Senate passes Inflation Reduction Act with long-term solar incentives
On August 7, the Senate passed the Inflation Reduction Act, which includes long-term solar and storage tax incentives, investments in
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Community solar market expected to grow by at least 7 GW by 2027
A Nexamp community solar project The U.S. community solar market will continue to grow over the next five years, with
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Maryland offering $400,000 to help state and local agencies deploy solar power
The Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) has announced the opening of the Solar Technical Assistance Program. This program provides technical assistance
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REC Silicon still on track to reopen Moses Lake polysilicon factory in 2023 Manufacturing tax credits in IRA proposal could open doors to wafer production
With manufacturing credits once again included in a congressional reconciliation bill, new solar development plans could be back on the
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10-year 30% solar ITC back on the table in surprise Senate deal
On July 27, Senators Joe Manchin and Chuck Schumer announced a reconciliation deal they’re now calling the “Inflation Reduction Act
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Georgia Public Service Commission approves 200 MW of new solar projects
On June 21, the Georgia Public Service Commission voted to expand solar arrays throughout Georgia, increase solar battery storage and
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New Mexico’s hard-fought community solar legislation now in jeopardy
After a thoroughly vetted and agreed upon stakeholder process lasting more than one year to launch a community solar program
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Sen. Joe Manchin kills another chance for expanded solar incentives
On July 14, Senator Joe Manchin “unequivocally” rejected the idea of July or August passage of the Democrats’ proposed energy
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Illinois Commerce Commission approves detailed roadmap to reach 40% renewables by 2030 The plan includes steps to actualize low-income and community solar goals and more.
The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) on July 14 approved the Illinois Power Agency’s 2022 Long-Term Renewable Resources Procurement Plan (LTRRPP).
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