Habib Technologies

I’m excited to be starting the instructor-led Community Solar Development class from the University of New Hampshire this Thursday! This online course, part of the DOE Community Power Accelerator, is a fantastic opportunity to deepen my understanding of planning, funding, and executing community solar projects. I'm looking forward to learning from industry experts and connecting with fellow professionals who are equally passionate about expanding access to clean, affordable energy. This should provide useful contacts and information about getting in on the $27 Billion Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund At Habib Technologies, we are committed to leading the way in community solar development. Participation in this course and the Accelerator will better equip us with the knowledge, skills, and network needed to excel and innovate in this field. By leveraging these resources, we aim to develop impactful solar projects that benefit low-income and disadvantaged communities, contributing to a sustainable and equitable energy future. More information on the course can be found below: #communitysolar #renewables #DOE

In this very accurate community solar article, Jason Kaplan points out some of the difficult realities of trying to implement community solar that benefits low-to-middle income households. Well intentioned programs leave out key aspects such as net crediting, which prevents customers from receiving two electric bills every month. Here in Pennsylvania, there is promising community solar legislation percolating through the legislature. We will see what the final bill contains if it ever passes, but I doubt net crediting will be included. Hopeful to see community solar in PA soon!

I have seen a lot of awful solar installations that never should have been done, and noticed the Sunrun sign outside some of these questionable projects. However, this incident in Connecticut takes the cake with its brazen and crazy, wild-wild-west approach!

California is heading the wrong way on solar power. It is disappointing, as they used to be a leader. First net metering and now community solar are being eliminated or reduced to give more power, money and influence to the utility conglomerates. This is bad for the environment and consumers. We have to fight back!

New regulations at FERC should shorten interconnection times for renewables. Looks like this should be good news for folks in solar power, but these extensive regulations are complicated and we will have to see how things work out. Hoping it leads to easier and faster interconnects.