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MCE and GSCE begin first phase of 20GW solar-plus-storage plan in California. California community choice aggregator MCE and developer Golden State Clean Energy (GSCE) have partnered to work on a solar-plus-storage project in California, the first in a plan to install up 20GW of solar and 20GW of energy storage. MCE and GSCE will work on a solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) project as part of a development programme known as the Valley Clean Infrastructure Plan. The Valley Clean Infrastructure Plan aims to repurpose up to 130,000 acres of drainage-impaired or water-challenged lands in the Westlands Water District in Fresno County. The District is the largest agricultural water district in the US at 614,000 acres, or 2,400 square kilometres, and serves the agricultural sector. At full buildout, the plan would include up to 20GW of solar and 20GW of energy storage, which, if achieved, would cover one-sixth of California’s electricity requirements in 2035, MCE said. In the nearer term, MCE and GCSE have entered a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for 200-400MW of solar and BESS. TNi Energy-BESS 1.20MW 10HR LDES, we've innovated a groundbreaking method that repurposes recycled lead-acid batteries, extending their life span to 25 years for C1 to C20 Energy Storage purposes. Previously, the industry lacked a safe and environmentally conscious alternative to lithium | sodium-ion batteries. However, our proprietary technique reveals that lead-acid batteries are not only SAFER but also 60-75% more cost-effective than their hazardous counterparts. Made in the USA #TNiEnergy,#10HRLDES,#ELDES,#C1toC20,#nebulositycloud, #BESS,#C3Energy,#Energy, #ZEROemmissions, #ZEROcarbon, #energytransistion, #LeadAcid Battery, #windpower, #solarpower, #VPP, #MicroGrid, #DERM, #HydroPower, #BitCoinMining 

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California’s transmission grid faces growing challenges, and Local Solar is the key to reducing peak demand and easing transmission strain. 🌞 This shift not only saves ratepayers hundreds of billions by avoiding costly infrastructure investments but also reduces the lifetime costs of operations and maintenance. As the article highlights, only Local Solar delivers these unparalleled economic, environmental, and resilience benefits. Discover how Local Solar can reshape California’s energy future: https://lnkd.in/dr-6gHJ4 #LocalSolar #EnergyResilience #Sustainability #CleanEnergySolutions

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 ⚡☀️California’s Solar Paradox☀️⚡ California’s solar boom is delivering record clean energy but, now faces an oversupply challenge. Excess daytime energy often goes unused, highlighting the urgent need for energy storage solutions to balance supply and demand. The solution — BATTERIES. 🔋 Energy storage, grid modernization, and smart policies can turn this challenge into an opportunity for a more resilient energy future. 👉 Looking for a battery energy storage supplier? https://lnkd.in/gKBFUfY2 #SolarPower #EnergyStorage #CleanEnergy #Sustainability #BESS Source: https://lnkd.in/eUXhzeqK

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🌟 The Southern California Edison Microgrid Incentive Program (MIP) is set to revolutionize the way we approach energy resilience and sustainability in the region. 🌿 With $200M in funding, this program will prioritize communities most vulnerable to outages and power disruptions exacerbated by climate change. By investing in clean, local energy solutions, MIP aims to provide a reliable source of power when it's needed most. 💡Microgrids offer a unique opportunity to disconnect from the main grid during emergencies, ensuring continuous power supply and reducing reliance on traditional sources. This initiative is a significant step towards a more sustainable and resilient energy future for all. https://lnkd.in/g-hB8giV 🌍 Innovative cost-saving green energy solutions for commercial businesses are our specialty. Contact Saddleback Energy Consulting: saddlebackenergy.net | [email protected] | (949) 633-0299 #Microgrid #CleanEnergy #Resilience #Sustainability #CaliforniaEnergy #commercialproperty #californiaenergy #cleanenergy #saddlebackenergyconsulting #esg #sustainability #renewables #renewableenergy

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This is why we can expect to see more low-cost clean energy going into the Midwest and Southeast U.S.

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For anyone who will be at IEEE Power & Energy Society T&D Conference feel free to stop by our panel session on #EVs and #gridreliability. Will be an interesting cross-sector discussion including technology provider, independent system operator, and utility perspectives among others. E-mobility is driving the blending of Transmission and Distribution system planning, design, and operations. Particularly with the growing prevalence of distributed energy resources, IoT and grid-edge technologies, and virtual power plants (#VPPs).

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**🌞 California’s Community Solar Struggles: What It Means for You 🌎** - ✅ **Community Solar Aims to Improve Accessibility:** California’s community solar program, designed to make solar energy available to renters and families unable to install panels, is facing unexpected roadblocks. - ✅ **Legislation Set High Expectations:** Assembly Bill 2316 (AB 2316) was enacted to expand community solar projects and align with the state’s clean energy targets using federal "Solar for All" funding. However, complications have slowed progress. - ✅ **Impacts on Homeowners and Solar Adoption:** The delays within the program serve as a cautionary tale for homeowners and solar enthusiasts when considering the complexities behind solar policies and incentives. California’s community solar program was intended to be a game-changer, extending affordable solar options to all residents, including renters and low-income households. While this initiative had ambitious goals through the introduction of AB 2316 in 2022, a tangled web of regulatory challenges and funding distribution issues has taken center stage. Stakeholders, including residents and solar companies, are waiting for the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to provide clarity on how to move forward effectively. For homeowners considering traditional solar panel installation

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Wyoming's highest court rejected a scheme to reduce compensation to small solar net-metering customers. But lawmakers may again try to reform the law, citing contested notions of unfair subsidies. ☀ ⚡ Climate and energy reporter Dustin Bleizeffer has more. 👇 #solarenergy #rooftopsolar #solarpower #utilityindustry #utilities #renewables #renewableenergy #wyoming #smallbusinesses #netmetering #energy

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This week's Solar Dispatch summarizes the latest stats and analysis behind some of the effects we've been seeing and feeling recently in the solar installation market right now. Reduced incentives in California's solar market and increased tariffs on imported solar panels are causing a short-term slow down, but the long-term outlook looks brighter than ever as US domestic production of solar panels is dramatically increasing. #StructuralEnginuity #solarpower #solarinstallation #solarpanels #PV #energy #sustainability #engineering

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Aspen Power's Kristy Zaragoza will be on GridTECH Connect Forum's upcoming panel: "Community solar: A California dream?" Expect an interesting discussion on the heels of the recent California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) decision to adopt a flawed community solar program. If you have questions or would like to connect in advance let us know! By siding with utilities, the CPUC has made a choice that not only undermines the interests of ratepayers but also poses a significant setback to California's ambitious climate goals. Distributed energy generation supports the equitable and sustainable growth of community solar initiatives, and our progress toward a cleaner and more resilient energy future. Learn more about the panel here: https://lnkd.in/eAw87QMP #GridTECH #Sustainability #Solar

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2024 has been marked with a downturn in the solar industry, with companies shutting down, laying off employees or restructuring its business. Here, PV Tech runs down its top 10 stories of the past 12 months. #solar

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Covering 70% of the total charging infrastructure costs is a strong incentive for companies to electrify now. It’s interesting how Revolv is well-positioned to transition their customers' fleets to EVs.

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🔄 Navigating the New Energy Landscape: How to Thrive Under NEM 3.0 🌞💡 With the recent shift to NEM 3.0 in California, the solar industry faces new challenges—and opportunities. Lower export compensation and time-of-use rates are changing the game, but savvy energy users can turn these changes to their advantage through strategic energy arbitrage. In our latest blog post, ClimaFi explores how microgrids can help businesses not only adapt to NEM 3.0 but thrive under its new rules. Discover how ClimaFi’s tailored microgrid solutions optimize energy storage and usage, turning potential setbacks into lucrative opportunities. Read more! #NEM3 #Microgrids #EnergyArbitrage #SolarEnergy #RenewableEnergy #ClimaFi #GridResilience #EnergyManagement #Sustainability

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🌞 The Battle for Rooftop Solar in California: Are Utilities Stifling Solar Growth? California's largest utilities – PG&E, SCE, and SDG&E – have taken steps to limit the growth of rooftop solar, according to CALSSA's Executive Director, Bernadette Del Chiaro. Backed by the California Public Utilities Commission, recent rule changes are gutting the incentives for homeowners and businesses to go solar. 🔌 In just two years, net metering benefits have been slashed by 80%, making it less profitable for homeowners to send excess solar energy back to the grid. Stricter labor laws like AB2143 now restrict commercial installations, and even multi-meter properties (schools, farms) face challenges by being forced to sell their solar energy to the grid at low prices and buy it back at much higher rates. ⚡️ It's a critical time to support solar energy solutions and push back against policies that stifle innovation in clean energy. 🌍💪 Let’s advocate for a greener future! 🌱✨ #OnePlaceSolar #RooftopSolar #CleanEnergy #CaliforniaSolar #SolarEnergy #NetMetering #GreenFuture #RenewableEnergy #ClimateAction #SolarRevolution #SustainableLiving

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