Solar energy in California

Veterans are Volunteering to Install a Solar Panel System to the Home of Decorated Vietnam Veteran Robert Blumenstock

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Wednesday, May 26, 2021

It was 1968, and Robert Blumenstock quickly found himself deployed directly to the heart of the bloody Tet Offensive.

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  • It was 1968, and Robert Blumenstock quickly found himself deployed directly to the heart of the bloody Tet Offensive.
  • Unfortunately, like many other of his fellow Marines in Vietnam, Robert has health complications related to his service.
  • Semper Cares Initiative provides veterans and their families help in handling high energy costs with major home improvements like solar panel installation free of charge.
  • This Memorial Day, Semper Solaris is honored to provide a full solar panel system and installation for Robert Blumenstock and his family!

Hecate Solar Projects Advance as Repsol Investment Reinforces Hecate's Status as Leading U.S. Renewable Developer

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Friday, May 21, 2021

b'CHICAGO, May 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Hecate Energy announced today that construction has commenced on two solar projects totaling 600 megawatts.

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  • b'CHICAGO, May 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Hecate Energy announced today that construction has commenced on two solar projects totaling 600 megawatts.
  • In Falls County, Texas, Hecate developed the solar and battery storage project, Roseland Solar, from inception and transferred it to the North American subsidiary of a European utility in March.
  • In Highland County, Ohio, Hecate developed the New Market Solar project and transferred it to Canadian utility Algonquin Power & Utilities in May.
  • The acquisition is Repsol\'s first investment into the U.S. renewable energy market.\n"This partnership supports Hecate Energy as one of the leading renewable energy developers in the United States.

CS Energy Builds Over 100 Megawatts of Solar Projects in Rhode Island

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Tuesday, May 18, 2021

b'EDISON, N.J., May 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --CS Energy, a leading integrated energy firm that designs and builds optimized projects in the solar, storage, and emerging energy industries, has announced its continued growth in the Northeast by providing full turnkey EPC services for the largest portfolio of distributed generation solar projects to date in Rhode Island.

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  • b'EDISON, N.J., May 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --CS Energy, a leading integrated energy firm that designs and builds optimized projects in the solar, storage, and emerging energy industries, has announced its continued growth in the Northeast by providing full turnkey EPC services for the largest portfolio of distributed generation solar projects to date in Rhode Island.
  • When completed, this 50 megawatt (MW) portfolio will push CS Energy\'s total to over 100 megawatts of clean power projects in the state over the last 5 years.
  • We\'re looking forward to balancing the design and build of these clean energy power plants to maximize the benefits for the communities they will serve," said D. Scott Bianchi, Executive Vice President of CS Energy.\nCS Energy is an industry-leading engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) energy firm that designs and builds optimized projects in solar, energy storage, and emerging energy industries.
  • CS Energy\'s attention to detail, flawless execution and highly talented workforce has enabled the company to successfully design and install over 1 GW of solar projects across the United States.

APsystems Joins Loanpal Approved Vendor List

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Tuesday, May 18, 2021

b'APsystems has joined the approved vendor list (AVL) for Loanpal, the nation\xe2\x80\x99s leading technology platform for residential solar financing.\nThe partnership brings APsystems\xe2\x80\x99 advanced microinverter technology to Loanpal\xe2\x80\x99s fast, frictionless financing experience, delivering further value to residential solar customers throughout the U.S.\n\xe2\x80\x9cThe tremendous value and convenience Loanpal delivers to homeowners makes them the perfect partner,\xe2\x80\x9d said Ryan Davies, U.S. Head of Sales & Operations for APsystems.

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  • b'APsystems has joined the approved vendor list (AVL) for Loanpal, the nation\xe2\x80\x99s leading technology platform for residential solar financing.\nThe partnership brings APsystems\xe2\x80\x99 advanced microinverter technology to Loanpal\xe2\x80\x99s fast, frictionless financing experience, delivering further value to residential solar customers throughout the U.S.\n\xe2\x80\x9cThe tremendous value and convenience Loanpal delivers to homeowners makes them the perfect partner,\xe2\x80\x9d said Ryan Davies, U.S. Head of Sales & Operations for APsystems.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cWe\xe2\x80\x99re proud to bring our solar technology to the Loanpal platform to help empower more homeowners to build their renewable energy future.\xe2\x80\x9d\nAPsystems is currently an approved vendor with several solar financing firms including Mosaic, Sungage Financial, Dividend and Ygrene.
  • APsystems microinverters are intelligent, innovative, and the best-selling multi-module microinverters in the world.\nFounded in Silicon Valley in 2010, APsystems encompasses 4 global business units serving customers in more than 120 countries.
  • With millions of units sold producing more than 1 TWh of clean, renewable energy, APsystems continues to be a leader in the ever-growing solar MLPE segment.\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210518005161/en/\n'

UGE to Present at Sidoti Virtual Microcap Investors on Wednesday, May 19, 2021

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Monday, May 17, 2021

b'Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - May 17, 2021) - \xc2\xa0UGE International Ltd. (TSXV: UGE) (OTCQB: UGEIF) (the "Company" or "UGE"), a leader in the commercial and community solar sector, announces that President and CEO Nick Blitterswyk will present the Company\'s updated corporate presentation at the Sidoti Virtual Microcap Conference for investors this Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at 1:00pm EDT.

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  • b'Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - May 17, 2021) - \xc2\xa0UGE International Ltd. (TSXV: UGE) (OTCQB: UGEIF) (the "Company" or "UGE"), a leader in the commercial and community solar sector, announces that President and CEO Nick Blitterswyk will present the Company\'s updated corporate presentation at the Sidoti Virtual Microcap Conference for investors this Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at 1:00pm EDT.
  • "We exited 2020 with a project backlog that was four times larger than at the start of the year, and we\'ll continue building our pipeline of solar facilities through 2021.
  • We look forward to introducing UGE\'s story and our growth plans to investors attending Sidoti\'s Virtual Microcap conference and sharing how we will continue to grow shareholder value in the rapidly expanding community solar industry.
  • 1-on-1 investor meetings are available and will be scheduled and conducted via private, secure video conference through the conference event platform.

ReNew Power Selects Gujarat for Development of New Solar Component Manufacturing Facility

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Monday, May 17, 2021

ReNew plans to manufacture both solar cells and modules in the Dholera manufacturing facility with the goal of creating a globally competitive manufacturing unit.

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  • ReNew plans to manufacture both solar cells and modules in the Dholera manufacturing facility with the goal of creating a globally competitive manufacturing unit.
  • The manufacturing plant is expected to generate 2500 jobs in the state.\nWelcoming ReNew\'s decision to develop its manufacturing facility in the state, the Additional Chief Secretaryto Chief Minister of Gujaratand Chairman of Dholera Industrial City Development Limited, Mr. M K Das said, "The Gujarat Government is delighted to have ReNew Power set up its solar equipment manufacturing facility in Dholera.
  • This manufacturing facility announced by ReNew Power will not only help reduce import dependency of the solar sector but will also play an important role in fulfillingthe Honourable Prime Minister\'s vision of an Aatmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India).
  • ReNew develops, builds, owns, and operates utility-scale wind energy projects, utility-scale solar energy projects, utility-scale firm power projects and distributed solar energy projects.

Generate Announces Unique Partnership With Starbucks to Supply Clean Energy to Starbucks Stores and Provide Affordable, Green Power to Surrounding Communities With New York Community Solar Projects

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Thursday, May 13, 2021

The projects are expected to supply solar energy for local Starbucks stores and up to 24,000 households, small businesses, nonprofits, churches, universities and stores in multiple geographies, including those designated as under-served communities.

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  • The projects are expected to supply solar energy for local Starbucks stores and up to 24,000 households, small businesses, nonprofits, churches, universities and stores in multiple geographies, including those designated as under-served communities.
  • In addition to clean energy, program participants will receive a discount to their current electricity rates under New York State\xe2\x80\x99s Community Distributed Generation program, making clean energy access more affordable.\nThis press release features multimedia.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210513005242/en/\nA community solar project funded by Generate and Starbucks is providing 2.9 MWdc of clean energy and additional energy storage capacity in Dutchess County, New York.
  • Generate is a leading owner and operator of community solar and storage projects in New York State, with more than 182 MW of New York community solar projects owned or in construction.

Pivot Energy and Standard Solar Develop Three New Community Solar Projects in Colorado

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Tuesday, May 11, 2021

b'DENVER, May 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Pivot Energy, Colorado\'s largest community solar developer , and Standard Solar, Inc. , a nationally recognized leader in the development, funding, ownership, and operation of commercial and community solar assets, have announced the development of three new community solar projects in Colorado.

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  • b'DENVER, May 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Pivot Energy, Colorado\'s largest community solar developer , and Standard Solar, Inc. , a nationally recognized leader in the development, funding, ownership, and operation of commercial and community solar assets, have announced the development of three new community solar projects in Colorado.
  • Pivot Energy developed and constructed the solar gardens and will provide customer management services, while Standard Solar will finance, own, and maintain the systems.\n"Our continued partnership with Standard Solar has been a tremendous success as we work to meet the growing demand by Coloradans for more clean energy," said Jon Fitzpatrick, vice president of project development for Pivot Energy.
  • "\n"Developing these projects alongside Pivot Energy was a true collaboration leveraging our joint resources and our shared values in renewable energy and accessibility," said Shaun Laughlin,Head of US Strategic Development for Standard Solar.
  • To find out more about them and how to subscribe to a community solar garden, please visit: https://platform.pivotenergy.net/residential\nPivot Energy is a national solar provider that develops, finances, builds, and manages solar and storage energy projects.

Go Solar Group Releases Nevada Periodic Table of Solar Elements

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Monday, May 10, 2021

b'RENO, Nev., May 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Go Solar Group, a residential solar installer based in Reno Nevada; and Albuquerque, New Mexico, has published a unique tool to help Nevada homeowners interested in solar learn about solar modules as a complex product with its "Nevada Periodic Table of Solar Elements.

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  • b'RENO, Nev., May 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Go Solar Group, a residential solar installer based in Reno Nevada; and Albuquerque, New Mexico, has published a unique tool to help Nevada homeowners interested in solar learn about solar modules as a complex product with its "Nevada Periodic Table of Solar Elements.
  • As a Certified Tesla Powerwall Installer and battery backup expert, Go Solar Group has taken it upon themselves to educate homeowners about all things solar for Nevadans.\nMuch like the actual Periodic Table of Elements, Go Solar\' Group\'s Nevada Periodic Table of Solar Elements is a complete guide for the topic it covers.
  • Each solar panel element has tiered positive and negative charges, highlighting not just the components of a solar array but also what should be pursued and what should be avoided when objectively searching for a Nevada solar quote and installer.\n"This Periodic Table of Nevada Solar Elements creatively showcases the depth and range of our company\'s understanding of the standard 7-step path to residential solar in Nevada.
  • "Given the range of misconceptions about solar in Nevada, this content is useful in educating Nevada homeowners about the viability of solar power for their homes," Cramer continues.\nLearn more about Go Solar Group\'s Nevada Periodic Table of Solar Elements.\nGo Solar Group is a residential solar company.

United Renewable Energy and New Energy Equity Complete 4.3 MW of Community Solar Gardens in Minnesota

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Thursday, May 6, 2021

b'MINNEAPOLIS, May 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- United Renewable Energy(URE) , a national Engineering, Procurement, and Construction provider, worked together with their development partner, New Energy Equity (New Energy), to add three new community solar gardens to Minnesota\'s solar development portfolio.

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  • b'MINNEAPOLIS, May 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- United Renewable Energy(URE) , a national Engineering, Procurement, and Construction provider, worked together with their development partner, New Energy Equity (New Energy), to add three new community solar gardens to Minnesota\'s solar development portfolio.
  • Subscribers will receive bill credits from the utility for the energy produced by the gardens, giving them the benefits of solar energy with no equipment purchase, maintenance, or solar panels required on their own premises.\nNew Energy Equity has developed over 130 projects in Minnesota, totaling more than 160 MW, in the state.
  • In conjunction with their partnership with New Energy Equity, United Renewable Energy has constructed more than 40 MW\'s of projects in MN.\nURE was responsible for the engineering, procurement, and construction on these projects.
  • Additionally, Kenyon Energy, one of the nation\'s leading developer, owner and operator of solar energy projects, will supply permanent financing for the projects.\nNew Energy Equity developed the three community solar gardens.