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Tuesday, Jun 12, 2018

Solar Market Insight Report 2018 Q2

U.S. Solar Market Insight™ is a high-quality, solar-specific analysis and forecast to industry professionals in the form of quarterly and annual reports. Released June 12, 2018

Wednesday, May 23, 2018

Governor Phil Murphy Signs Historic Measure to Revive Renewable Energy in New Jersey

Surrounded by solar industry and advocates, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed a historic bill to significantly advance New Jersey’s clean energy economy.

Monday, May 21, 2018

The 2018 State Solar Policy Changes You Need to Know

The solar industry is always dynamic and keeping track of the latest developments around the nation can be tricky. This year got off to a rocky start with the announcement in January that a 30% tariff would be imposed on foreign-manufactured solar components.

Wednesday, May 16, 2018

DER and the Non-Wires Solutions Opportunity

This whitepaper, the fifth in SEIA's series on grid modernization, focuses on the ways in which utilities are deferring traditional distribution grid investments with investments in distributed energy resources (DER).

Wednesday, May 09, 2018

Solar Industry: California Makes Historic Decision to Incorporate Solar On All New Homes

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) welcomed California’s approval of a new policy that will require virtually all new homes in the state to incorporate solar panels starting in 2020. The California Energy Commission voted today to adopt the policy as part of the state’s Building Energy Efficiency Standards after working with SEIA, its member solar companies, and other stakeholders for more than two years to develop the technical requirements.  Following is a statement from Abigail Ross Hopper, SEIA’s president and CEO:

Wednesday, May 09, 2018

Solar Industry Groups Call on TVA to End Delays, Commit to More Solar at Quarterly Board Meeting

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In advance of tomorrow’s Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) board meeting, the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and its affiliate, the Tennessee Solar Energy Industries Association (TenneSEIA), are requesting greater transparency in the utility’s solar programs and a commitment to solar development on par with neighboring states.  

Tuesday, May 08, 2018

SEIA Raises Concerns About Connecticut Plan to Kill Net Metering

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Following is a statement by Sean Gallagher, vice president of state affairs for the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), in response to the energy bill the Connecticut Senate passed this week:

Friday, Apr 27, 2018

Michigan Public Service Commission Decision Does a Disservice to the State

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the Michigan Public Service Commission approved DTE Energy’s billion-dollar gas plant proposal in East China Township, despite significant evidence that the state’s residents and businesses would benefit significantly more from renewable energy resources. Following is a statement from Sean Gallagher, vice president of state affairs for the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA):

Tuesday, Apr 17, 2018

Let’s Be Clear: Solar Energy Benefits Everyone

Rooftop solar, including solar on businesses, government buildings and schools, can save utilities’ and consumers money on other distribution infrastructure costs.

Thursday, Apr 12, 2018

New Jersey Lawmakers Pass Clean Energy Bills to Spur State’s Renewable Economy

TRENTON, NJ - To clean energy advocates and the solar industry’s delight, New Jersey lawmakers approved companion bills today that will significantly advance New Jersey’s clean energy economy. The Assembly passed A3723 (50-20) and the Senate passed S2314 (29-8). The bills will stabilize and expand New Jersey’s renewable market and help extend the cost-saving benefits of solar to more families, communities and businesses in the state.

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