I think the simplest answer to this question is that the IOUs dominate the Legislature and agencies in charge of regulating electric rates. According to the California Public Advocates Office, PG&E's electric rates have increased by 41% in the last 3 years and 101% in the last 10 years...

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One of the most effective policy approaches that has helped farms install solar is "community solar with agricultural dual-use incentives", like the Massachusetts SMART Program (Solar Massachusetts Renewable Target) with its Agrivoltaics Incentive. Their program gives extra payments per...

California’s ratemaking process is broken. No doubt. We need more op eds from people speaking up.

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Yes, it is exists. I’m going to go out on a limb and bet that clean energy becomes a well accepted bipartisan issue in the coming years. Eg, just as we are seeing big tech migrate to the GOP, I think we’ll see the same with cleantech.

Glad you are all keeping a sense of humor. We also have multiple projects that would be affected by a long term freeze. Fortunately, we’re hearing its short term and likely won’t impact our current projects or partners. The long term outlook is more bleak

This is a crucial topic! Ending utility monopolies could transform the solar landscape and empower local communities. I’d love to share some research on successful case studies—let’s keep this conversation going!

A few good articles debunking the cost shift myth are below. In the age of misinformation, I think this is an important topic to compile data and reference material on so we don't have to invent the wheel... Do solar consumers create a cost-shift to non-solar users...

I'm looking to compile a list of practical advice with the broader goal of sustainability, appealing to homeowners, renters, and anyone interested in reducing their carbon footprint. Thnx for participating!

IREC solar jobs census: solar-jobs-census

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agree with Channing. If anyone ha links to current data, would love to see it

I'd love to see more of the residential wind turbine technology installed in the US, particularly for homes without access to sunlight. Cool technology. Thanks for sharing!

I would add that grid-tied is helpful for emergencies, but a generator can provide the same benefits. There is also a "non-export" grid tied solar interconnection which is where all commercial solar in CA is headed. Under non-export, commercial customers are not subject to the new solar public...

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here are a few of my recommendations: Longi Yingli Maxeon REC Canadian Solar The type of panel you want depends on whether it will be for a commercial installation or residential. I think the most important factor is efficiency. Panels have come a long way in the last few years. It's better...

Calculating the actual amount of energy a solar panel will produce on your particular roof or for a ground mount involves many factors so the calculation process is somewhat complex. You can first figure out hte daily energy production by multiplying the panel capacity (watts) by the hours of...

Any solar contractors in California have good tips on a good app or software to help with compliance with California's new prevailing wage requirements? We're going to be handling compliance internally and wondering if any other contractors have software or apps that they are finding to be...