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09.18.2024 | Distributed Energy Resources

The Value of Agrivoltaics: Harvesting Sunlight Twice

Agrivoltaics, the dual use of land for both agriculture and solar energy production, is a transformative approach that addresses two pressing global needs: sustainable food production and renewable energy generation. This innovative practice involves installing solar panels over crop fields, which creates a symbiotic relationship between agriculture and energy.

09.04.2024 | Distributed Energy Resources

Quantifying the Cost of Carbon

In today’s corporate world, sustainability is more than a buzzword—it’s a competitive edge. A 2023 Deloitte study revealed that 27% of the respondents consider a potential employer’s position on sustainability before accepting a job.

08.07.2024 | Distributed Energy Resources

Identify and Meet Your Energy Sustainability Goals

The most valuable but often hardest aspects of an energy project to quantify are the sustainability impacts. We regularly see projects where 80% of the benefit of a project is coming from the sustainability improvements achieved.

06.04.2024 | Distributed Energy Resources

Energy Goals: Resilience

Every day we rely more and more on electrical power, and energy resilience is critical. Here are some ways to ensure you have the power you need, when you need it.

04.22.2024 | Distributed Energy Resources

The True Cost of an Energy Efficiency Project

Energy projects are often evaluated on initial cost or a return-on-investment (ROI) basis; however, the long-term costs and benefits of various lighting solutions must be considered.

04.03.2024 | Distributed Energy Resources

Cybersecurity Challenges For Renewable Energy Systems

Critical infrastructure will begin to include renewable energy systems as we move toward a more sustainable future. Protecting infrastructure from cybersecurity threats is critical to grid security.

03.13.2024 | Distributed Energy Resources

Shining Light on Community Solar: Powering Communities Together

Community solar represents a combined approach to renewable energy that empowers individuals and communities to support and benefit from solar power.

01.25.2024 | Distributed Energy Resources

What You Should Know About Battery Energy Storage

Battery storage is more complicated than just charging and discharging, so it’s important to have insight into the different battery types, life cycles and use cases.

11.20.2023 | Distributed Energy Resources

AC vs. DC Coupled Microgrids: Three Benefits of DC-Coupled Microgrids

There are several benefits to DC-coupled microgrids, including energy efficiency. What are the differences between AC-coupled and DC-coupled microgrids?

11.06.2023 | Distributed Energy Resources

Energy Modeling for Sustainability

Distributed energy modeling is often done around the financials of offsetting utility costs. As the market becomes more advanced, we also have ways to quantify sustainability benefits.

07.26.2023 | Distributed Energy Resources

Modeling Renewable Energy Solutions

Modeling renewable energy systems requires rigorous data reviews, which in turn enable us to help our customers meet their energy goals, including resilience and sustainability.

06.21.2023 | Distributed Energy Resources

Energy Storage and Independence

Energy storage can offer numerous benefits for organizations, and for some, it may be a necessity. Energy storage provides resilience, energy savings and cost savings, among other benefits.

05.18.2023 | Distributed Energy Resources

Steps to Clean Energy Adoption on Farms

The path to cleaner energy on dairy farms requires a combination of energy efficiency measures and investment in renewable energy sources.

04.12.2023 | Distributed Energy Resources

Working With Utilities Toward a More Resilient Grid

As renewable energy costs decrease and new technologies become available, utilities are increasingly looking to distributed energy resources to solve energy challenges.

03.15.2023 | Distributed Energy Resources

Energy Generation: How to Determine if Solar is Right for You

While solar energy projects may feel more like a want than a need, in reality these projects are becoming inevitable. The sooner you get started on the Path to Smarter Energy, the better your ROI will be over the long term.

03.02.2023 | Distributed Energy Resources

Achieving Net-Zero Carbon Emissions: Investment and Policy Considerations

Achieving carbon emission reduction targets will require significant investments in low-carbon technologies and infrastructure, but these investments should yield reduced environmental damage, improved public health and increased energy security.

02.15.2023 | Distributed Energy Resources

Achieving Net-Zero Carbon Emissions: Economic Drivers

Along with the environmental benefits, there are a number of economic drivers pushing businesses and governments to adopt policies and technologies that will help reduce or eliminate carbon emissions.

02.01.2023 | Distributed Energy Resources

The Multiple Benefits of Charging EVs with Clean Energy

Clean energy microgrids or battery storage systems can help EV customers and businesses reduce carbon emissions, increase resilience and control costs.

01.11.2023 | Distributed Energy Resources

What Happens to Unused Solar Power?

Many organizations are installing solar generation systems to support their energy goals, and there are several ways to maximize the use of the solar power generated.

11.03.2022 | Distributed Energy Resources

Five Main Considerations for Implementing Solar Energy

When considering implementing solar, there are five key items to think about to ensure that your solar project and your final asset meet your energy production goals, and that this success is maintained over the life of the asset.

08.03.2022 | Distributed Energy Resources

The Multiple Positive Impacts of Solar Energy

There are multiple benefits to incorporating solar as part of your energy plans, and the timing is right to make the investment now.

04.20.2022 | Distributed Energy Resources

Four Main Approaches to Decarbonization For Your Business

The United States has a goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Let’s explore what decarbonization means to you and your business.

03.16.2022 | Distributed Energy Resources

The Benefits of Microgrids in Remote Areas

Most of us don't have to think about where our energy comes from, but people or businesses in remote locations don't have that luxury. Microgrids are a great way to bring power to remote areas and support energy resilience as well.

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