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China’s 15th Five-Year Plan For Solar & Wind Is Huge

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China’s National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) and National Energy Administration (NEA) have published their 15th Five-Year Plan for Renewable Energy Development. Basically, this is what the country plans to do and achieve in terms of renewable energy development in the years 2026–2030. This is where the country sets four … [continued]

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There Are Many Fewer Solar Installation Permitting Conflicts Than You’d Think

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True or false? Most large scale solar energy projects in the US encounter relatively few permitting conflicts. Many media stories that spread the perception that opposition to solar development is common. A new study led by University of Massachusetts Amherst researchers says the correct answer to the question is…. True. … [continued]

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Solar Experts Offer a Solution to Satisfy Both Sides in Ivanpah Decommissioning Battle

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Two California electric utilities have moved to exit long-term contracts to buy power from Ivanpah, a unique first-of-its-kind utility-scale solar tower project that has delivered only around 70–80% of its projected annual generation since it began operating in 2014. The partners, which included Google, Pacific Gas & Electric, and Southern … [continued]

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