Posted on: March 15, 2024 Posted by: Natalie M. Brownell Comments: 0

WHAT DO TEXAS SOLAR CUSTOMERS WANT FROM THE LEGISLATURE THIS YEAR? NOTHING.

Texas legislators will meet in Austin this week for the 2023 session of the Texas legislature. On the agenda are a number of proposals to overhaul the state’s electric system. We’ll go over a few points regarding the Texas Legislature 2023. I wrote in the Austin American-Statesman last month about the need to put Texans – not big gas plants or power companies — at the center of the conversation about the state’s energy future. This…

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Posted on: March 15, 2024 Posted by: Natalie M. Brownell Comments: 0

51 USES OF SOLAR ENERGY

Solar energy is useful in a variety of ways because the sun is our source of life. We can use the sun’s energy for a variety of purposes. The sun’s energy can be used for a variety of things, from promoting photosynthesis in plants and creating electricity using photovoltaic cells to heating food and water. What are some of the uses of solar energy? Explore 51 ways that we use sunlight every…

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Posted on: March 15, 2024 Posted by: Natalie M. Brownell Comments: 0

COLORADO’S NOW HOME TO THE WORLD’S LARGEST SOLAR-POWERED STEEL PLANT

Evraz Rocky Mountain Steel wanted to reduce emissions in the steel industry. They turned to Solar Power. Evraz America is the owner of this plant in Pueblo. To do this, Evraz North America (headquartered in Chicago) partnered with Xcel Energy and a href= “https://www.lightsourcebp.com/us/projects/bighorn-solar/”>Lightsource BP/a> in 2019. Evraz North America, headquartered in Chicago, partnered up with Xcel Energy in 2019 and Lightsource BP to achieve this. The Bighorn Solar Project was made possible by a combination of innovative…

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Posted on: March 15, 2024 Posted by: Natalie M. Brownell Comments: 0

TEXAS’ CLEAN ENERGY INDUSTRIES FACE THREATS DURING 2023 LEGISLATIVE SESSION

Last month, The Houston Chronicle published an important editorial on the need for energy companies to “coexist, adapt, and evolve” so as to lower bills, preserve the grid, and maintain Texas’ energy leadership. The full article is only available to subscribers (which is a good investment for those who care about Texas energy). Here’s an extract: Both fossil fuel proponents and their supporters seem to agree that renewable energies are here to…

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Posted on: March 15, 2024 Posted by: Natalie M. Brownell Comments: 0

TESLA POWERWALL: HOW DOES IT WORK?

It’s not surprising that people want to own the latest solar innovations. The Tesla Powerwall, for example, is one. The Tesla Powerwall can be recharged. Tesla designed it to maximize the green power usage in your home while giving you greater independence. You can store backup power and reduce your carbon footprint. You can also save money on your electricity bill. There is still confusion surrounding the Powerwall, despite the fact that many people are interested in going solar as well…

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Posted on: March 15, 2024 Posted by: Natalie M. Brownell Comments: 0

TIME TO PREPARE FOR TEXAS BLACKOUTS? BLACK OUT BIG ENERGY INSTEAD

Texas’s residents were in the national spotlight for a prolonged blackout that occurred in February 2021. The state’s power grid was unable to cope with the demand for electricity during extreme weather. The state’s power grid was unable to handle the demand for electricity and heat during extreme weather. Many Texans felt powerless without the support of their traditional utility companies and elected officials. (Governor Greg Abbott blamed alternatives energy incorrectly for the outages.…

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Posted on: March 15, 2024 Posted by: Natalie M. Brownell Comments: 0

USA OLYMPIC TRIATHLETE GWEN JORGENSEN GOES SOLAR WITH FREEDOM SOLAR

If you are not familiar with Gwen Jorgensen, she is a USA Olympic Triathlon Gold Medalist and a mother of two. She also advocates for sustainability and the environment. Freedom Solar was pleased to help Gwen convert her Louisville, Colorado, house to solar power this summer. Gwen was interviewed about her mountain life, solar experience, and Purpose in life. GWEN’S Q&A   What do you enjoy doing in Colorado outside of your daily routine and training? Gwen: My…

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Posted on: March 15, 2024 Posted by: Natalie M. Brownell Comments: 0

ANOTHER WINTER STORM SHOWS SOLAR’S VALUE

A devastating ice storm knocked the electricity out in Austin and Central Texas two weeks ago. The power was not fully restored until this past weekend. This week, Texas marks the second anniversary of Winter Storm Uri. The statewide blackouts are still felt across the state. The two disasters had very different causes. In 2021, the bitter cold froze large-scale power plants and gas infrastructure, while in 2023, branches coated with…

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Posted on: March 15, 2024 Posted by: Natalie M. Brownell Comments: 0

ANNIVERSARY OF THE 2021 TEXAS FREEZE: WHAT’S LEGISLATION GOT TO DO WITH IT?

The Texas Freeze had a lasting effect on the Texas Freeze for 2021. This week marks the second anniversary of its occurrence. Winter Storm Uri crippled Texas with temperatures of as low as 6° Fahrenheit. Many parts of Texas experienced power outages due to the abnormally cold temperatures. The grid was unable to handle the energy demand. Many Texans were left without heat or lighting. It was, at best, inconvenient and, at worst, life-threatening, but…

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Posted on: March 15, 2024 Posted by: Natalie M. Brownell Comments: 0

CELEBRATING SOLAR POWER ON PRESIDENTS’ DAY

Solar energy is a viable source of renewable energy. As more people become aware of this, they are investing more in solar. What’s the role of government in all this? We’ll be highlighting some of the presidents who have made significant contributions to renewable energy. We’ll also discuss the role played by the government in creating policies and incentives for solar power, which support the growth of the solar industry. [Related to Solar…

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