Articles written by Anne Fischer

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Research & Development
A brief history of US solar The first silicon photovoltaic solar cell was developed in the United States 72 years ago. Solar is now a strong and growing industry in the U.S. and accounts for more than 70% of new electricity generating capacity added to the grid.
Anne Fischer
Oct 27, 2026
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Applications & Installations
The rapidly growing business of solar grazing Solar grazing offers developers a cost-effective solution to land stewardship and vegetation management, with many other tangible benefits as a bonus.
Anne Fischer
Oct 20, 2026
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Technology & Products
Unico launches 330 kW bidirectional inverter The Unico GTI supports solar generation, energy storage or emerging high-power loads in a compact, rack-mounted unit, made in the USA.
Anne Fischer
Oct 14, 2026
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Markets & Policy
Anza expects at least a 40% spike in U.S. solar module prices after Section 232 The challenge for developers is to move quickly to secure lower costs before the minimum pricing takes effect, with the options being to secure modules already in the U.S., accelerate imports or shift procurement strategies to preserve project economics.
Anne Fischer
Sep 26, 2026
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Markets & Policy
Array Technologies triples its U.S. manufacturing footprint The Albuquerque solar tracker manufacturing facility will employ about 300 people and enable it to bring production in house rather than sourcing components from other suppliers.
Anne Fischer
Sep 11, 2026
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Markets & Policy
AI platform aims to transform solar site assessment Learnewable uses AI-based insights to detail local solar opposition before developers invest time or energy in projects.
Anne Fischer
Aug 24, 2026
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Markets & Policy
Ensuring safety of plug-in solar Plug-in (balcony) solar is a low-cost, plug-and-play alternative to traditional rooftop PV, gaining traction in the U.S. as states adopt legislation exempting small systems from interconnection requirements. Most states cap systems at 1,200 W and require UL 3700 safety certification, addressing risks such as circuit overload, electric shock and GFCI compatibility while costs and payback periods remain attractive.
Anne Fischer
Aug 19, 2026
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Research & Development
Clean energy offers least-cost path to meeting US electricity demand Study by the Electricity and Energy Innovation finds choosing a clean energy pathway to meeting America’s electricity demand in 2030 would cost $5 billion less than meeting the demand with fossil fuels
Anne Fischer
Aug 04, 2026
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Markets & Policy
Competition grows for U.S. solar industry workforce Solar, battery storage, nuclear, data centers and AI are all seeking workers with a common skillset.
Anne Fischer
Jul 06, 2026