RCSD says some concerns not addressed at meeting ROSAMOND : A proposed energy storage facility near Rosamond, one that employs a novel approach by using compressed air stored deep underground in a cavern and generating electricity when it is released, has prompted concerns by the Rosamond Community Services District Board of Directors. The Willow Rock […]
California to cover canal with solar panels in experiment to fight drought, climate change – EQ Mag Pro
HICKMAN, Calif. : California is about to launch an experiment to cover aqueducts with solar panels, a plan that if scaled up might save billions of gallons of otherwise evaporated water while powering millions of homes. Project Nexus in the Turlock Irrigation District launches in mid-October amid Western North America’s worst drought in 1,200 years […]
The place with the most lithium is blowing the electric-car revolution – EQ Mag Pro
A California-sized piece of South America is stifling production of the metal at a time when battery makers desperately need it SALAR DE ATACAMA (CHILE) : Hailed as the Saudi Arabia of lithium, this California-sized chunk of terrain accounts for some 55% of the world’s known deposits of the metal, a key component in electric-vehicle […]
Idemitsu Renewables 73MW Luciana Solar Project achieves commercial operation in California – EQ Mag Pro
The project will provide clean power equivalent to the needs of over 20,000 homes. SAN FRANCISCO, CA : The Luciana solar project, a 73 megawatt solar project in Tulare County, CA has achieved commercial operation and is expected to generate clean and affordable power equivalent to the needs of over 20,000 California homes. The project, […]
California runs on 100 percent renewables, briefly, for the first time ever – EQ Mag Pro
Less than two weeks after notching up a record 97.6% of instantaneous renewables on its grid, California has passed a major new milestone, with 100% of the state’s electricity supplied by renewable sources for a short period over the weekend. According to the California Independent System Operator, the milestone was achieved within a 15 minute […]
California reaches record 97.6% renewable share – EQ Mag Pro
California has set a new record of 97.6% instantaneous renewables on its grid, marking a major new milestone on the way to a carbon free grid by 2040. The new milestone was reached at 3:39pm on Sunday, April 3, the California Independent System Operator (CAISO) said late last week – beating the previous record of […]
Canadian Solar and Matrix Renewables Announce Transaction for 105 MWac Solar Plus 80 MWh Storage Project in California – EQ Mag Pro
GUELPH, Ontario and MIAMI, Florida : Canadian Solar Inc. (“Canadian Solar”) (NASDAQ: CSIQ) through its wholly-owned subsidiary Recurrent Energy, LLC (“Recurrent”) and Matrix Renewables, the TPG Rise-backed global renewable energy platform, today announced an agreement whereby Matrix Renewables will acquire the Gaskell West 2 and 3 project of 105 MWac solar plus 80 MWh energy […]
One State’s Passionate Debate About Developing A Hydrogen Fuel Industry – EQ Mag Pro
If you thought this state was California which tries to be first in everything, it’s not. If you thought it was Texas, which tries to be first in everything energy, it’s not. It’s a poor-sister state with a very rich oil deposit – the Delaware basin – and the state has risen to number 2 […]
California Regulators Reconsider Move to Cut Solar Subsidies – EQ Mag Pro
California regulators are delaying a vote on a controversial proposal to slash incentives for home solar systems as they consider revamping the measure. California Public Utilities Commission President Alice Reynolds has asked for more time to consider making changes to the plan after getting feedback from solar companies, environmental groups, consumer advocates, utilities and other […]
California Governor Wants Changes to Plan to Cut Solar Subsidies – EQ Mag Pro
California Governor Gavin Newsom said changes need to be made to a contested state proposal that would slash incentives for rooftop solar systems. Newsom was asked Monday at a state budget press conference if a draft plan that would make it more expensive for residents to go solar aligns with his agenda to tackle climate […]
