Storing excess energy from wind farms in batteries would use more energy than would be wasted if the excess electricity were not stored. But storing excess power from solar PV makes energy sense, according to a recent study from Stanford University.
Monthly Archives: March 2014
Minnesota PUC approves first statewide value-of-solar tariff
Minnesota regulators voted this week to create the nation’s first value-of-solar tariff.
Crowdfunding could make rooftop solar ownership more affordable
Mosaic’s new partnerships with RGS Energy and Sungage Financial should make it easier for home and business owners to secure affordable financing for rooftop solar installations.
Solar plus battery storage could destroy utility business model
Rooftop solar panels combined with battery storage have very real potential to destroy the reigning grid utility model, according to a study released this week by the Rocky Mountain Institute. And the destruction could happen quickly.