Renewables

Tracking the latest developments in the renewables market (including wind and solar power) and the use of green materials in smart building design

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Highlights

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Survey Reveals Future of Residential Rooftop Solar

Jan. 2, 2024
The California Solar and Storage Association reveals survey results following the state's net metering program.
EC&M Asks — NEC Requirements for Connecting PV Systems to the Utility

EC&M Asks — NEC Requirements for Connecting PV Systems to the Utility

March 14, 2024
In Episode 31, SME Ryan Mayfield explains methods for complying with NEC Sec. 705.11.
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Solar Installations Skyrocket in 2023

March 6, 2024
Wood Mackenzie finds solar accounts for over 50% of new electricity capacity added to the grid.
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NREL Announces Clean Bus Planning Awards

Feb. 26, 2024
New funding available for bus electrification.
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CEC Approves $1.9 Billion Plan to Expand Zero-Emission Transportation Infrastructure

Feb. 20, 2024
California investment aims to build a bigger, better network of charging and refueling infrastructure for zero-emission cars, trucks, and buses.

EV Installations on the Home Front — Part 3

Feb. 15, 2024
A quick review of charging configuration options

Emerging Trends in Energy Storage

Feb. 15, 2024
Growth in ESSs, BESSs, and microgrids will be critical for the industry going forward.
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Celebrating Two Years of EC&M On Air Podcast!

Feb. 12, 2024
Revisit five of our editors' favorite episodes.
Toyota

Toyota Bringing Battery Electric Vehicle Production to Kentucky

Feb. 6, 2024
The company announced a $1.3 billion investment for future electrification efforts.