Smart Energy Decisions News

This new proposal would allow existing solar system owners to be treated under the old rules for up to 20 years.

The decision essentially puts billions of dollars in the pockets of C&I businesses and serves as a blow to power generators that would otherwise collect the money as revenue.

Switch is working with local utility Consumers Energy to develop a comprehensive plan to power its SUPERNAP Michigan data center with 100% green power.

Cities are deploying solar electricity systems, LED lighting and low-energy buildings to meet energy and climate goals.

A state of-the-art cogeneration plant will enable the development to generate its own electricity, hot water, heating, and cooling onsite, independent of the local electric grid.

Bloomberg New Energy Finance's Michael Liebreich anticipates corporations will continue pursuit of directly sourcing renewable energy to power their organizations.

The company will use a combination of onsite solar and a long-term wind power purchase agreement to provide clean energy to the facility.

Leading vendors in the VFD market include ABB, Siemens, Toshiba and Yaskawa.

Upgrades to existing buildings are needed in order to make a large-scale impact on energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.

Digital Realty Trust Inc., a data center solutions and services provider based in San Francisco, recently earned U.S. EPA Energy Star certification.