Resources
SEIA produces a variety of research and supporting resources for the solar industry, ranging from full reports to short factsheets. This data helps inform policymakers and business leaders alike on the current state of solar and where the industry is headed.
Utility External Disconnect Switch Report
Some states and utilities require installation of UEDS between PV power systems and the utility grid as a device to ensure line worker safety. However, eight states and many major utility companies have recognized that safety devices and features already part of all code-compliant PV systems make the UEDS redundant and have eliminated its requirement.
Rooftop Solar | Health & SafetySEPA Workshop on High Penetration PV Grid Integration 4.3.12
SEPA workshop on April 19 on High Penetration PV Grid Integration, April 3, 2012.
SEIA Transmisison Working Group Update 3.28.12
Transmisison Working Group Letter with Rapid Response Team comments, on March 28, 2012.
U.S. Solar Market Insight Report 2011 Year-in-Review
The latest Solar Market Insight report from SEIA and GTM Research shows that U.S. solar energy installations soared by 109% in 2011 to 1,855 megawatts.
Rooftop Solar | Finance & Tax | International Trade | Utility-Scale Solar | Regulatory Policy | Solar TechnologiesPEIS for Solar Energy on Public Lands
The Bureau of Land Management's Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement will guide the development of solar energy generation facilities on public lands.
Environment | Utility-Scale Solar | Regulatory PolicyMajor Solar Projects List
The SEIA Major Solar Projects List includes ground-mounted solar power plants 1 MW and larger that are operating, under construction, or under development.
Utility-Scale Solar | Regulatory Policy | Finance & Tax