Solar News & Climate Blog

After the Flood, Keep Cool and Carry On – Responsibly

The weather forecast for July 10 said it all. Vermont, for the first time ever, was at “extreme risk” for excessive rainfall, with flash flooding …

Solar trackers are a on a roll

Solar Power Is on a Roll – Have You Moved Ahead Yet? 

Solar continues to charge ahead!  That’s the main message in a new report from the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and the Wood Mackenzie consulting …

Spring recap:  Early heat. Late frost. Lost harvest. And now smoke.  What’s next?

If you want a picture of how climate change is affecting our weather here in New England, you need look no further than the spring …

Still Thinking About It…?  Here Are Four Reasons to Explore Solar this Summer

Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer and – right on cue — the weather has turned hot and sunny. Will this be the …

How Hot – and Bright – Will the Sun Shine this Summer?

New England is off to another warm start this year as we head into the summer of 2023. The first four months of the year …

What Do Net Metering Changes Mean for the Future of Residential Solar Power?

On April 15, California modified one of the most attractive residential solar net-metering programs in the nation. California has long been a leader in promoting …

The Future of U.S. Power Generation Belongs to Solar (and Wind and Batteries)

With all of the ambitious goal-setting around cutting carbon emissions, it’s easy to question whether these targets are for real or just so much political …

Renewables Pass Coal in U.S. Power Generation

But Is It Soon Enough to Ward Off the Worst Effects of Climate Change? America reached an historic – if largely unheralded – milestone in …

Think Global Warming Will Mark the End of Snow in New England?  Think Again!

Now that Spring has arrived, it’s time for a look back at the 2022-23 winter season and some of the weather records it set. Despite …

Community Power Comes to New Hampshire – But Will It Green the Grid?

A new electric utility is setting up shop in New Hampshire. If you live in one of the 18 cities or towns that it’s ready …

There’s Never Been a Better Time to Go Solar with a Solaflect Tracker!

With Spring just around the corner, Solaflect Energy is getting ready for another busy season of solar Tracker installations. Our Trackers deliver 40% more power …

As the Climate Warms, So Does Our Arctic Connection

How Will Wider Temperature Swings Affect Home Heating and Cooling Demand? They call it “climate change” for a reason. While our planet is warming fast, …