Author: Daniyal Ahmed

Grid-tied solar system connected to home and utility grid

What is a grid-tied solar system? Understanding the basics

A grid-tied solar system, sometimes called an on-grid or grid-interactive system, is the most common residential solar setup in the U.S. It connects your...

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Is solar energy a nonrenewable source?

In plain terms: solar energy is renewable, not nonrenewable.  That means it comes from a source that naturally replenishes on human timescales,unlike coal, oil,...

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Solar panels sizing guide for residential homes

How many solar panels do you need?

Choosing solar panels isn’t about guessing roof space,it’s about matching your energy needs. Here’s how to understand the numbers and figure out how many...

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Solar imports from India face U.S. tariffs amid trade tensions

U.S. imposes tariffs on solar imports from India amid trade tensions

The U.S. has implemented a 25% tariff on all solar imports from India, effective August 1, 2025, as part of a broader trade policy...

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Clean energy facility planned at Tennessee’s former nuclear site

Tennessee’s former nuclear site transforms into $1 billion clean energy facility

A long-idle nuclear power plant site in Hawkins County is set to play a new role in America’s clean energy supply chain. Pivotal Manufacturing...

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RV batteries maintenance and lifespan extension guide

How to make your RV batteries last longer

Your RV battery system is the heart of any road‑trip or boondocking adventure, and treating it well can save you from unexpected power losses...

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Solar transmission infrastructure project facing funding setback

DOE pulls loan guarantee for major Midwest wind and solar transmission project

A high-profile transmission project intended to deliver wind and solar energy across the Midwest has hit a major roadblock. The U.S. Department of Energy...

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Solar market adjusting to HR1 policy deadlines and sourcing rules

HR1’s Impact on U.S. Commercial and Utility Solar Markets

Solar Market – With the passage of HR 1, also known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the federal incentives underpinning commercial and utility-scale...

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EU solar growth slowdown rooftop policy cuts

EU solar growth slows for first time in 10 years amid subsidy cuts

EU Solar – Europe’s rapid expansion of solar energy is facing its first slowdown in over ten years. Reuters reports that the European Union...

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U.S. Launches New AD/CVD Probe into Solar Panels from India, Indonesia, and Laos

The U.S. Department of Commerce has officially launched a new investigation into solar panel imports from India, Indonesia, and Laos. The inquiry centers around...

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polysilicon Section 232 investigation solar supply chain

U.S. Launches Section 232 Investigation into Imported Polysilicon

The U.S. Department of Commerce has opened a national security investigation into imports of polysilicon and its derivatives under Section 232 of the Trade...

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45X credit HR1 solar manufacturing policy

HR1 Retains Solar Manufacturing Tax Credits Despite New 

The U.S. House passed HR1, a signature component of the broader reconciliation package. While the bill preserved the 45X advanced manufacturing tax credit for...

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net-metering victory California AB 942 solar rights

California Senate Moves to Protect Solar Net-Metering Rights in AB 942

Net-metering : The California Senate Energy, Utilities and Communications Committee voted to amend Assembly Bill 942, preserving net‑metering agreements when a solar-equipped home is...

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Community microgrids powering rural Oregon under new legislation

Oregon legislature approves community-owned microgrid bill

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In a move praised by clean energy advocates, the Oregon Legislature has passed two critical bills enabling local ownership and operation of microgrids. According...

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Solar storage supporting disaster recovery in North Carolina

Solar + storage proves essential in North Carolina’s post-helene recovery

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which struck North Carolina in September 2024, communities are still grappling with widespread devastation. The storm caused catastrophic...

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Solar industry improvement through SEIA compliance standards

SEIA strengthens solar industry with new consumer protection and maintenance standards

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The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) has announced the official approval of two new standards aimed at enhancing consumer protection and improving operations and...

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Solar industry policy change illustration – July 2025

July 2025 – Solar Industry Watches Capitol Move Closely

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As July begins, headlines emerging from Washington D.C. tell a dramatic tale: congressional action this month could reshape the future of America’s solar industry....

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Solar panels installed by LG Vs Hyundai side by side

LG Vs Hyundai Solar Panels Compared Side By Side

When choosing solar panels for your home or business, two Korean giants often come up: LG VS HYUNDAI Solar Panels. Both brands offer advanced...

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Q Cells solar panels on rooftop installation

Hanwha Q Cells solar panels: where west meets east

In today’s competitive solar market, Hanwha Q Cells stands out as a bridge between Western engineering and Eastern manufacturing. Founded in Germany and now...

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Safe Harbor rules solar policy change announcement

Trump Orders Treasury to Tighten Safe Harbor Rules, Raising Alarm in Solar Industry

President Trump signed an executive order directing the Treasury Department to revise guidelines associated with ‘safe harbor’ rules for clean energy tax credits, according...

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Renewable energy funding cuts by House budget

House Republicans Advance Energy Budget That Drastically Reduces Renewable Funding

House Republicans have moved forward with a fiscal 2026 energy and water budget that significantly slashes funding for clean energy efforts, according to Solar...

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Q2 2025 Sees Widespread Net-Metering and Community Solar Activity

Q2 2025 Sees Widespread Net-Metering and Community Solar Activity

A new quarterly update from Solar Power World highlights significant policy maneuvers in Q2 2025, as states across the U.S. recalibrated net-metering frameworks and...

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Solar workers rallied on Capitol Hill to defend clean energy tax incentives

Solar workers rallied on Capitol Hill to defend clean energy tax incentives

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In mid-June, more than 500 solar workers, including installers, electricians, small business owners, and factory technicians, gathered on the West Front Lawn of the...

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Bluetti solar generator with LiFePO₄ battery review

Bluetti solar generators review

Bluetti solar generator with LiFePO₄ battery review

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