President Biden announced a two-year pause on the tariffs last year after importers complained that the penalties would threaten broader adoption of solar energy in the United States.
Category: Solar Energy
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U.S. Solar Makers Criticize Biden’s Tax Credits as Too Lax on China
U.S.-based manufacturers of solar products say rules issued by the Biden administration on Friday will “cement China’s dominance” over the solar industry
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Backup Power: A Growing Need, if You Can Afford It
Extreme weather linked to climate change is causing more blackouts. But generators and batteries are still out of reach of many.
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A House That Is as Green as It Gets
A down-to-earth couple in California asked for a structure that was guaranteed to be net-zero energy.
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Congress Clashes With Biden Over Tariffs on Illegal Chinese Solar Panels
In a rebuke to the Biden administration, the Senate approved a measure to reinstate tariffs on solar panels found to violate U.S. trade rules.
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As Oil Companies Stay Lean, Workers Move to Renewable Energy
The New York Times – Business:Solar, wind, geothermal, battery and other alternative-energy businesses are adding workers from fossil fuel companies, where employment has fallen.
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Does Your Home Have Backup Power? We Want to Hear From You.
The New York Times – Business:Sales of generators and home batteries are up as people look to protect themselves from power outages, which are becoming more common.
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Korean Solar Company Plans to Build $2.5 Billion Plant in Georgia
The New York Times – Business:Hanwha Qcells expects to make solar panels and their components in the United States to take advantage of President Biden’s climate policies.
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Mercedes-Benz Plans to Build U.S. Electric Car Charging Network
The New York Times – Business:The network could help increase the low number of charging stations, encouraging more people to buy electric vehicles.
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Why Are Energy Prices So High? Some Experts Blame Deregulation.
The New York Times – Business:California and the 34 other states that have deregulated all or parts of their electricity system tend to have higher rates than the rest of the country.
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Germany’s Energy Crisis Is a Cue to Chop Wood and Stock Up
The New York Times – Business:The high cost of natural gas and electricity is prompting many to prepare for outages and shortages. For some, it’s been a way of life for years.
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California Reduces Subsidies for Homes With Rooftop Solar
The New York Times – Business:The decision, which would reduce the incentive for homeowners to install solar panels, could influence other states to make similar changes.