Agrivoltaic describes two complementary land uses – solar power generation and farming, whether through field or feed crops, livestock grazing, or other agricultural purposes. Keep reading for a deep dive into what agrivoltaic systems are, how they work, and the pros .
Hydropower is any usable energy generated from water, whether from turbines, dams, or any other source. As with any energy source, renewable or non-renewable, hydropower has pros and cons associated with its use. We'll review some of the top benefits and drawbacks of.
Offering more than 300 wind resource maps and counting, the U. Department of Energy Wind Energy Technologies Office's WINDExchange website serves as a hub of wind data for large and small wind energy projects alike, including those offshore.
In 2025, 53 GW of new capacity was added to the grid, the largest capacity installation in a single year since 2002. We expect 2026 to be another big year for solar additions, similar to the record utility-scale solar capacity added to the U.
Newly published data from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), reviewed by the SUN DAY Campaign, reveal that solar accounted for over 75% of US electrical generating capacity added in the first nine months of 2025.
There are various ways to invest in solar energy, from buying shares of publicly traded solar companies and investing in renewable energy funds to developing your solar project.
The nation's existing electrical infrastructure can accommodate solar projects, so independent investors, private groups, utility companies and government agencies will look to connect solar farms to the power grid. Learn about this process and how.