Seems like there could be a bit of movement in Massachusetts. For the most part the net metering caps have been met for virtual net metering which has been one of the key drivers for growth in the C&I space. Much like the community solar discussion, virtual net metering gives a credit default buffer if the offtaker goes away with the term. Also one of the most expensive markets to work in, it needs a robust system in order to make sure solar keeps growing.
- Boston Globe: Solar debate heats up as two-thirds of Mass. House push for pro-solar bill
- Think Progress: U.S. Electricity Sales Dropped In 2015 For Fifth Time In 8 Years
- GreenBiz: Residential solar’s new boom market? Not wealthy enclaves
- PV-Magazine: Calls for UK renewable energy policy reform before the release of the budget
- Renewable Energy World: Germany Sparks Opportunity for US Exporters of Renewable Energy
- PV-Tech: Australian renewables jobs still decreasing due to employment efficiencies and policy attacks
- New York Times: The Financial Alchemy That’s Choking SunEdison
- Bloomberg: $2 Billion Loss for Generators as a Million U.S. Roofs Get Solar
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Have a great day!
Yann