LATTCsolar

03/14/2023

This time bomb has been ticking for many years, and we've ignored it:

An explosion in proposed clean energy ventures has overwhelmed the system for connecting new power sources to homes and businesses.

08/30/2021

More solar and energy storage but also higher construction prices:

A recent building code change for new construction could reduce emissions by requiring use of solar panels and batteries, raising prices in an already expensive state.

02/03/2021

Interesting article about, although not necessarily referred to this way, "micro grids:"

Replacing power lines with solar, batteries and generators could cut fire risk and save money — in some limited cases.

07/16/2020

Interesting article about microgrids.

California will rely on proactive power outages and mobile diesel generators this wildfire season. There’s a better way.

05/14/2020

The end for coal?

The coronavirus has pushed the coal industry to once-unthinkable lows, and the consequences for climate change are big.

03/25/2020

Solar Power Monitors experiments.

03/25/2020

Unirac racking mini-roofs exercise.

03/25/2020

Installing on 3, different types of roofs: Spanish Tile, Standing Seam and Comp Shingle.

11/24/2019

Students adding to the grid-tied system on "Wally World." Lots and lots of conduit bending.

11/18/2019

Installing Outback, backup power systems.

11/18/2019

Installing Outback, back-up power systems.