RE+ 2022: Possibilities and challenges of the IRA

RE+ (formerly SPI) conference was an exceptional experience given the 3-year gap that took place between the last two events. Since 2019 the solar landscape has changed significantly marked by new challenges and possibilities driven by technological innovations, the geopolitical climate and social justice movements. RE+ 2022 was also special because it witnessed turning points in the…

What are the types of solar power plants?

Investing in solar energy is a great way to switch to renewable resource consumption. You can take steps to operate a sustainable business in the long run based on the solar panels you choose. However, there are several different types of solar power plants across the country. Each one is designed with specific considerations in mind depending on the geography, location of the panels, and the…

The expansion of agricultural tourism and its potential effects

Agricultural tourism, often called agritourism, is a subset of the travel industry that allows visitors to participate in farm life and rural practices firsthand. This type of tourism includes a wide range of activities, such as farm stays, pick-your-own produce events, vineyard tours, and educational workshops focused on sustainable farming practices. According to a study by Straits…

What the solar industry will look like in 2023

2023 will bring some big and exciting changes into the already-thriving solar energy landscape. Keeping in mind that in 2022 this industry was one of the fastest-growing segments within the energy space, we are more than thrilled about 2023. So let's see a few key near-future predictions for the solar market. The solar industry will definitely grow While 2022's supply chain issues,…

Agrivoltaics: Benefits of Solar Power and Agriculture

What is agrivoltaics Agrivoltaics refers to using the same land to generate solar electricity and support agriculture. As the world moves past the TW scale solar fleet and we deploy more solar every year, it is becoming increasingly difficult to find suitable land to develop solar projects. This situation is increasing concerns over the potential competition between using land to…

PVcase Roof Mount now integrates with a mounting provider, PanelClaw

We are thrilled to announce a significant update to PVcase Roof Mount — integration with a mounting provider, PanelClaw. The new feature simplifies the adaptation of mounting products to your solar module layouts directly within the PVcase Roof Mount environment. Therefore, users can now enjoy an even more efficient and streamlined design process. All users can use this feature, but they…

8 exciting career possibilities in renewable energy

The adoption of renewable energy is accelerating rapidly. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), the worldwide capacity for renewable energy will increase by 60% by 2026. This growth will account for 95% of new energy capacity. This means the capacity of other power sources, like nuclear plants or fossil fuels, will only see limited expansion. The IEA points out that the rapid…

Inflation Reduction Act layers

In a significant stride toward a cleaner and more sustainable future, the Department of Energy (DOE) and the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) have recently updated two crucial datasets: Coal Closures and Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSAs)/non-MSAs. These datasets now serve as selectable layers within the PVcase Prospect platform, enabling solar developers to easily access and…

How can automation help the environment?

Although once thought of as a futuristic impossibility, automation has become the norm for businesses everywhere. Studies show that more than 30% of enterprises use automation in five or more departments, and this amount is expected to increase year over year. One survey revealed that 80% of companies will adopt intelligent automation — automation powered by artificial intelligence — into…

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