solar power
Facebook Recommits to Renewable Energy With 2020 Pledge
The tech giant wants to slash its greenhouse emissions and power global operations with green sources, further showcasing its commitment to the Paris Agreement.
Xcel Energy’s $2.5B Clean Power Plan Gets the Green Light
Colorado’s main energy provider intends to replace two aging and high-emitting coal units in Pueblo with renewable sources including wind and solar.
Solar Rooftop System Atop MD Retail Asset Begins Operations
The system marks Safari Energy’s eighth project in the state and the fifth installation with PREIT, the owner of Francis Scott Key Mall.
Turning NYC Green From the Top Down
New York City is weighing proposals calling for most new buildings to incorporate renewable energy sources or green roofs.
IKEA’s Illinois Distribution Center Receives LEED Gold
Totaling more than 1.2 million square feet, the distribution center is equipped with the largest solar rooftop in the state, featuring an 8,966-panel solar array.
Johns Hopkins, IBM Team to Upgrade Solar Forecasts
Several institutions will work on a new weather prediction system said to reduce errors by up to 20 percent. This could save power grid operators tens of millions of dollars per year.
WGL Energy Facilities Among US’s Top-Performing Solar Projects
kWh Analytics’ report recognized the Washington, D.C.-headquartered energy company for three solar projects, all located in New Mexico.
Cypress Creek, NRG Collaborate on Texas Solar Projects
Cypress Creek Renewables will own and operate the solar facilities and deliver the electricity generated to NRG under power purchase agreements.
JV Launches Arizona’s Largest Integrated Solar, Battery Plant
NextEra Energy Resources joined forces with Salt River Project—a community-based, not-for-profit public power utility—to deliver the state’s largest solar energy center paired with battery system.
NV Energy Bets Big on Solar in Nevada
Las Vegas-based NV Energy is planning to build more than 1 gigawatt of solar and 100 megawatts of battery storage.