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Florida just got its largest rooftop solar system ever

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Solar contractor SALT Energy has installed a rooftop solar system in Florida that’s now the state’s largest rooftop solar system, as well as its largest privately owned solar project. more… The post Florida just got its largest rooftop solar system ever appeared first on Electrek.

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In a milestone, the US exceeds 5 million solar installations

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Photo by RAZE Solar on Unsplash The US has now officially surpassed 5 million solar installations, a significant landmark in its shift toward clean energy, according to data released by the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and Wood Mackenzie. The US solar market was valued at $51 billion in 2023.

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The US installed more solar in Q1 2024 than it did in all of 2018

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Photo: Cypress Creek Renewables In Q1 2024, the US saw the largest quarter of solar manufacturing growth in its history, bringing its total installed capacity to 200 GW. The report also contains new data showing that the US added over 40 GW of new solar capacity in 2023 – more than initially reported. Florida (2.7

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EGEB: A Florida nonprofit ran a solar boot camp with guaranteed jobs for 27 young adults

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In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB): A Florida solar boot camp provides guaranteed jobs for young adults. UnderstandSolar is a free service that links you to top-rated solar installers in your region for personalized solar estimates. Click here to learn more and get your quotes. — *ad.

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Airbnb just partnered with ChargePoint to help hosts install home EV chargers

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Photo: ChargePoint Airbnb and ChargePoint have partnered to help homestay hosts install EV chargers in the US in the face of growing demand. Airbnb and ChargePoint will provide US hosts with discounts on home EV chargers and installation service. Get started here. –ad* ad* FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.

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These 10 U.S. states have the most battery storage capacity installed

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Installation of large-scale energy storage systems is expected to continue increasing in the U.S. states have installed substantially more energy storage systems than others, making up the vast majority of battery capacity available. GW (7,302 MW) of battery capacity installed. As of November 2023, two U.S.

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GAF Energy’s new Texas factory is about to make a lot of nailable solar shingles

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Photo: GAF Energy GAF Energy’s new nailable solar shingle factory in Texas is about to make the company the world’s largest solar roofing producer. GAF Energy built the nailable solar shingle factory in Texas to meet the growing demand for its “world’s first” Timberline Solar Energy Shingle that debuted in January 2022.

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