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Pairing EV Charging with Solar Storage Opens a World of Possibility

Setec Powerr

The world is quickly moving towards renewable energy sources, and solar power is one of the most promising options. The benefits of solar energy are numerous, including a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, increased energy independence, and lower electricity bills. This is where solar storage comes in.

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Tesla Solar City layoffs, Chevrolet Volt recall, and EPA staff levels: Today's Car News

Green Car Reports

Tesla's recent layoffs have hit Solar City installers. EPA staff levels are below legal levels. And an energy industry poll says Americans aren't fond of the electric-car tax credit. Chevrolet issues a recall for the 2013 Volt. All of this and more on Green Car Reports. New reports.

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New tax rule could save consumers thousands on home energy tech

My Energi

In addition, it will help to further accelerate the government’s legally-binding commitment to reach net zero by 2050 – a good move all round. The move essentially means that investing in next-generation solutions to improve energy efficiency and reduce energy bills will be easier and more cost-effective than ever before for UK households.

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Advocating electric in the heartland

Electric Auto Association

Members of Mid-America Electric Auto Association (MAEAA) , straddling KansasCity and stretching into Missouri, Kansas, and Oklahoma, have been active in challenging two pieces of legislation in the Kansas State Legislature, including a 2019 ordinance to level a demand charge on the state’s solar-powered homes.

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Solar Smackdown in Torrance – Installer Sues City on Behalf of the Sun

Creative Greenius

After a decade in the solar power installation business, Bradley Bartz is tired of being Mr. Nice Guy. He’s filed suit against Torrance, the proud home of Exxon/Mobil’s refinery, for stopping him from installing solar panels in the Hillside Overlay district. “ Idiots ! “ Idiots !&#

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Top Factors Affecting EV Adoption

EV Connect

Incentives and restrictions The extension of the light-duty EV tax credit through 2032 locks in generous savings for consumers in the short term. Fleet Charging It’s not just individual drivers who are exploring the tax benefits (and navigating the legal changes) around EV ownership.

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Major power and gas company E.ON splitting in two; focusing on renewables, spinning off conventional power generation

Green Car Congress

It will also strengthen its solar business. will therefore take the necessary legal steps to combine these units. The implementation of the new setup will be accompanied by certain costs and taxes, the details of which cannot be clarified until preparatory work is conducted in the coming year. For this purpose E.ON

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