Solar

Fundamental changes in how the electric power grid is planned, designed, built and operated are necessary to meet future challenges. These challenges are created by changes in electricity use and in the sources of energy connected to the grid, including greatly expanded use of electric vehicles (EVs) and growth in large-scale solar power and energy storage – fundamental … [Read more...] about SCE: California Grid Needs to Adapt to Attain Clean Energy Future

The New York Power Authority’s (NYPA) board of trustees has approved a new strategic plan, VISION2030, which provides a roadmap for transforming the state’s energy infrastructure to a clean, reliable, resilient and affordable system over the next decade.  VISION2030 highlights NYPA’s commitment to partnering with statewide customers to ensure a … [Read more...] about New York Power Authority Approves the VISION2030 Energy Roadmap

Littelfuse Inc., a global manufacturer of technologies in circuit protection, power control and sensing, has expanded its SPXV series solar string fuses to include 35 to 60 amperage models.  Designed to integrate into an LFXV15 fuse block and cover holder, Littelfuse’s 20 x 127 mm 1500 V DC solar fuses protect photovoltaic (PV) installations from overloads and … [Read more...] about Littelfuse Ups Amperage in Solar String Fuse Offerings

Hydro-Québec, a company that generates, transmits and distributes electricity, has launched EVLO Energy Storage Inc., a subsidiary that designs, sells and operates sustainable energy storage systems. The EVLO-designed storage systems are intended mainly for power producers, transmission providers and distributors, as well as the commercial and industrial markets for … [Read more...] about Hydro-Quebec Taps Energy Storage to Foster Renewable Transition

Kaya / Flickr / Creative Commons The Kansas City airport. The utility says it will seek a new location for its first community solar project, which already has commitments for more than 90% of its proposed capacity.  Kansas City utility Evergy has quietly abandoned plans for a large community solar project at the city’s new airport after an engineering study … [Read more...] about Glare study prompts utility Evergy to cancel solar array at Kansas City airport