First Solar Inc. has signed two 15-year power purchase agreements (PPAs) with Community Choice Aggregators (CCAs), Monterey Bay Community Power (MBCP) and Silicon Valley Clean Energy (SVCE). Under the PPAs, both agencies will buy electricity from the Rabbitbrush Solar project developed by First Solar in Kern County, Calif. The 100 MW AC photovoltaic (PV) solar plant, scheduled … [Read more...] about First Solar Signs Californian Solar, Storage PPAs
Belltown Completes Transaction for Texas Solar Projects
Belltown Power Texas, a renewable energy developer, has recently completed a transaction with an investment partner for a portfolio of solar PV projects totaling 330 MW DC. The projects are located in the ERCOT North Zone and construction is expected to start immediately across all three sites with commercial operations expected between December and March 2021. “This … [Read more...] about Belltown Completes Transaction for Texas Solar Projects
CALSSA Unveils Professional Development Webinar Series
The California Solar & Storage Association (CALSSA) has unveiled the first lineup of their “Professional Development Series” webinars. The five webinars in the inaugural series, sponsored by Sonnen and CED Greentech-Santa Rosa, are geared towards both C&I and residential installers and project developers. “The work of California’s cutting edge … [Read more...] about CALSSA Unveils Professional Development Webinar Series
sPower Closes on Tax Equity Commitment for Virginia Solar Project
sPower, a renewable energy independent power producer (IPP), has closed on a $350 million tax equity commitment for Spotsylvania Solar Energy Center in Spotsylvania County, Va. At 620 MW DC, this is the largest solar project east of the Rockies. The project is currently under construction, with phases coming online this year through project completion in the summer of … [Read more...] about sPower Closes on Tax Equity Commitment for Virginia Solar Project
SEIA’s National Affiliate Network Adds RENEW Wisconsin
The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), the national trade association for the U.S. solar energy industry, says RENEW Wisconsin is now a formal SEIA state affiliate. RENEW Wisconsin becomes the 18th SEIA state affiliate. “We are thrilled to welcome RENEW Wisconsin to our network and we look forward to collaborating on policy efforts that get the state’s … [Read more...] about SEIA’s National Affiliate Network Adds RENEW Wisconsin