November 2018 - Renewable Solar

U.S. Solar Electrical Generation Up 30% Over Last Year

By Betsy Lillian

Renewable energy sources – biomass, geothermal, hydropower, solar and wind – accounted for over 18% of net domestic electrical generation during the first two-thirds of 2018, according to a SUN DAY Campaign analysis of new data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). In addition, the latest issue of EIA’s “Electric Power Monthly” (with data through Aug. 31) reveals that solar and wind both showed strong growth: Compared to the first eight months of 2017, utility-scale solar was up 30.8%, and wind grew by 16.0%, says the nonprofit SUN DAY Campaign.

6 Facts You May Not Have Known About Solar Energy

By Andrew Sendy

Solar power continues to gain importance as an energy source for homes and businesses. Innovations like the Tesla Solar Roof make solar energy easier to incorporate into our daily lives. Beyond the technology, government regulations, public opinion, and community efforts are quickly changing the ways in which the solar industry works. Here are six thought-provoking facts about solar energy in 2018 and what possible directions the industry will take in the future.Read More