The IREC Blog

A new paper, Key Decisions for Hosting Capacity Analyses, shares key lessons about a new grid mapping tool that can help utilities and states better integrate clean energy technologies on the electric grid.

UNPREDICTABLEcity, part of the newest cohort of SolSmart Advisors, is working to help the entire Central Ohio region enjoy the benefits of solar energy.

In the final installment of our team features series, which highlights IREC’s staff and programs following the official merger with The Solar Foundation, we are excited to introduce the Regulatory Engagement program!

For this episode of the Local Energy Rules podcast, host John Farrell speaks with Yochi Zakai, attorney with Shute, Mahaly, and Weinberger representing Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC). The two discuss hosting capacity analysis and how publicly shared grid information can help solar developers, electric customers, and others make more informed decisions.

SolSmart Announces New Advisors and Partners! SolSmart has continued to grow rapidly since its public launch in April 2016. Over 400 municipalities, counties, and regional organizations nationwide have earned Bronze, Silver, and Gold designations for fostering the development of local solar markets.  Today, the program continues to focus on helping additional local governments tap into...

We talked with the Local Initiatives team to discuss the focus of the team’s work, projects they’re currently working on, what they like best about what they do, and why they’re excited about the merger.

IREC announced that it has merged with The Solar Foundation, welcoming The Solar Foundation’s staff and programs into a single, expanded nonprofit dedicated to the rapid adoption of clean energy.

The national SolSmart program has selected new Advisor organizations to provide hands-on local assistance helping communities from Idaho to Puerto Rico encourage the growth of solar energy.