Microgrids are on the verge of an expansion that extends their use to a broader range of uses and end users worldwide. At this early stage of market evolution microgrid deployments are most numerous and growing fastest at remote sites and locations that for one reason or another lack access to grid power. Providing reliable, resilient and affordable clean energy …

The latest market data from the Energy Storage Association and GTM Research confirms that U.S. deployment of advanced energy storage systems is growing fast. Some 60.3 MW/53.1 Mwh of energy storage capacity was installed across the nation in this year’s third quarter, according to ESA and GTM’s latest ¨U.S. Energy Storage Monitor.¨ 3Q deployments doubled from a year ago and …

Representatives from solar energy organizations gathered at the White House for the National Community Solar Summit November 17. At the end of the day, White House officials announced that 68 cities, states and businesses would join to promote community solar – the focus being on scaling up solar installations for low- and moderate-income households. Government support for community solar has …