Energy Economy and Solar Heat – Perspectives and best practice

Feed-in tariffs (FITs) are used throughout the world to promote renewable energy technology. States and municipalities are increasingly turning to FITs to promote the development of new power resources. Counsel to renewable energy producers and utilities must understand the key challenges involved. A threshold challenge is in proper structuring. Several issues come into play that impact the FIT: the reverse auction vs. single price clearing mechanism, inclusion of publicly and investor-owned utilities, the size and type of projects, and discrimination against out-of-state projects. Another critical challenge is raised by preemption. FERC recently issued the first order ruling on its role in a state-approved feed-in tariff, identifying conditions under which federal law governing wholesale electricity sales in interstate commerce would not preempt California’s feed-in tariff. Listen as our authoritative panel of energy attorneys examines the issues of preemption and integration with renewable energy standards, discusses recent developments at both the state and federal level, and offers guidance for using the renewable program.

The International Solar Energy Society envisions a world with 100% renewable energy for everyone used wisely and efficiently and one of the biggest steps towards achieving this goal is the empowerment of women working in solar research, development and the solar industries. As the largest international solar organization worldwide, ISES is committed to equality and sees it as one of the integral pillars to a successful energy transition.

Solar professionals from 32 countries have signed up to attend this webinar demonstrating the worldwide need for effective solar data solutions. Join us for this important conversation! Is your solar PV data providing actionable knowledge to ensure solar profits? How are the different aspects of your portfolio management (e.g. operations, maintenance and asset management) being served by analytics? This webinar addresses the challenges, solutions and case studies related to solar data generation and intelligence for operations, maintenance and PV management. Data options will grow in size and complexity as it’s generated out of 70.8 gigawatts annually by 2018.* This interactive webinar format will give attendees an opportunity to learn from peers as we seek to uncover opportunities to turn solar “big data” into an integrated solar operating expense reducing machine.

Community Solar Gardens can be an excellent opportunity for cities, counties, and other local governments to get involved in solar energy and engage community members.