Electricity Consumption

Can a “Value of Solar Tariff” Replace Net Energy Metering?

Can a “Value of Solar Tariff” Replace Net Energy Metering?

Herman K. Trabish: August 24, 2012

Austin Energy’s VOST might be the answer to the NEM controversy.

Solar Hot Water at Intersolar: Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed

Solar Hot Water at Intersolar: Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed

Herman K. Trabish: July 11, 2012

The oldest of the solar technologies is coming back in the U.S. and has backers interested in re-investing.

CPUC on the Verge of Major Decision About Solar’s Net Metering

CPUC on the Verge of Major Decision About Solar’s Net Metering

Herman K. Trabish: May 15, 2012

Advocates say solar’s “civil rights policy” is under attack, and utilities say it is unfair to ratepayers.

The Nuclear Failure in California Could Be a Big Test for Solar

The Nuclear Failure in California Could Be a Big Test for Solar

Herman K. Trabish: March 30, 2012

SDG&E is working on how to deal with the San Onofre nuclear plant shutdown and solar power’s variability.