An Explanation of Demand Response and Demand Response Programs
What is Demand Response? Demand response is a common term that renewable developers, and those in the renewable energy space, hear more frequently.
WEBINAR: What does CA’s NEM-3 “Net Billing” Tariff mean for Solar and Storage Economics?
Net Metering 3.0 is final and establishes an entirely new “Net Billing” tariff framework. This webinar discusses how NEM-3 impacts solar and storage economics
Fast Track Interconnection Process for Commercial Solar Projects is Streamlined with the Incorporation of Integration Capacity Analysis (ICA) Tools within California’s Rule 21
California’s “ Rule 21 ” tariff specifies the interconnection, operating, and metering requirements for behind-the-meter (BTM) generation facilities that are connected to a utility’s distribution system. Each California investor-owned utility (IOU) is responsible for the administration of Rule 21 in their service territory.
Luminia Launches on ETB Developer Platform for Commercial PPA and PACE Financing of Solar, Energy Efficiency, and Energy Storage Projects
Energy Toolbase has launched Luminia’s financing solution onto the ETB Developer platform to allow for in-platform PPA (power purchase agreement) and PACE (Property Assessed Clean Energy) loan financing for commercial solar, energy storage, and energy efficiency projects.
Maui Beach Hotel Deploys a Delta Energy Storage System for Self-Consumption and Demand Charge Management
The Maui Beach Hotel made an intelligent decision when they decided to retrofit an energy storage system (ESS) to their existing solar array in order to maximize bill savings and capture the full value of their PV production. The hotel deployed an 85-kW Delta/Samsung energy storage system, that was delivered integrated with Energy Toolbase’s Acumen EMS™ controls software.
SDG&E is Now the Only Territory with Large-Scale Storage SGIP Funds Remaining
The Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) for large-scale storage projects is quickly coming to an end. Lacking SGIP funds is an obvious headwind for the California energy storage market. However, the economics of energy storage remains strong in California, and we have sound reasons to be optimistic about its continued growth.
Solar NEM tariffs are under threat nationwide
In the United States, net metering is under threat across the nation. Numerous states are abandoning traditional net energy metering (NEM) and showing favor of successor tariffs that significantly decrease the value placed on exported energy.
California’s New Building Energy Efficiency Standards, Mandating Solar + Storage, are set to go into effect on January 1, 2023
The California Energy Commission (CEC) has published the latest version of the Building Energy Efficiency Standards, which encompasses residential and commercial properties. The 2022 update provides crucial steps in California’s progress towards achieving 100 percent carbon neutrality by 2045.
Grocery Outlet Deploys an Energy Storage System to Participate in a Demand Response Pilot Program and Combat Demand Charges
Baker Electric brought on Energy Toolbase to help procure a turnkey, tier 1 ESS system, and see the project through commissioning for a grocery outlet in California.
Kentucky Public Library Installs Solar + Storage at New 45,000-square-foot Facility to Offset High Demand
Energy Toolbase commissioned an energy storage system with Acumen EMS for the new Central Library in Bullitt County to offset high demand charges