MA NEM Cap. In this episode of EnergyWakeup I am joined by Senator Boncore, the Massachusetts State Senator representing a large part of Boston and Cambridge. He is the sponsor of the net metering cap increase bill that would raise the cap by 5% across the board, clearing a large amount of backlog for SREC II projects. What did he have to say about the chance to get the cap increased? Listen here.
Senator Merkley. Spoke with a measured tone about how to handle the resolution of the 201 petition. Following the SEIA proposal of a revenue stream to US manufacturers instead of tariffs, Merkley urged the President to weigh in softly through incentives and not harm financial detriments that would cost many jobs. This is a stark contrast to the reactionary comments from Senator Wyden or the use of taxpayer dollars by the Hillsboro Mayor to represent SolarWorld at the ITC.
Bernie’s Puerto Rico Plan. A bold proposal by Bernie Sanders to revitalize the infrastructure in Puerto Rico. Part of the plan is to fix the credit rating by wiping out the existing debt. It may cost $150billion, but imagine living without power for 2 months and no end in sight.
Your December 6th Options. If you live on the east coast, you should be in DC next week on Wednesday. Hundreds of people will be in front of the USTR hearing, at the SEIA rally while a second crowd will be gathered at SolarWakeup Live! Some unfortunate timing because most people would want to do both but solar never sleeps. Keep in mind that you will not be able to get into the USTR hearing due to lack of space. There are a few seats left for Live!, that you can get here.
Schools With Solar. Another great report from The Solar Foundation on Schools going solar, this is released this morning and worth a read. Great roof space, wonderful message to students and excellent credit ratings – every solar should end up with solar on its roofs.
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- Rocky Mountain Institute: Report – State of the Market 2017 – Corporate Renewable Procurement in China
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Yann