Blog
The Evolving Economics of Solar for Commercial, Industrial & Agricultural Facilities in California and the West
How Federal Deadlines, State Compliance Rules, and Net Metering Changes Are Reshaping Solar Decisions At a Glance A new Section 232 tariff proclamation imposes a 15% duty and minimum import prices on polysilicon, cells, and modules starting December 4, 2026 —...
When a “Solar Fire” Isn’t Really a Solar Fire: Coldwell Energy’s Insights on the Boyle Heights Incident
The recent rooftop fire at the Lineage cold storage facility in Boyle Heights has already been reduced to a two word headline: solar fire. But the real story – and the real risk – is far more complex. According to multiple incident reports, the fire began as a...
What Ag Operators Should Do If Their Solar Installer Disappears
Protecting Your Project, Your Tax Credit, and Your Long-Term Returns Agricultural operators have spent years watching energy costs climb and grid reliability erode. Many responded by investing in solar and battery storage, signing contracts with...
Generating Revenue from Solar Renewable Energy Credits
As California considers more policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, green energy projects like solar become critical to the adoption of these policies. Changes to the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) for California do more than just offset your power bills. It...
What You Need to Know Before 2026 about Renewable Energy Tax Credits
As 2025 draws to a close, major changes are on the horizon for federal solar tax incentives—and they could dramatically impact your bottom line. If your business is planning a renewable energy project, understanding these deadlines and rules is critical...
Coldwell Solar Becomes Coldwell Energy: A Natural Evolution Toward a Broader Energy Future
A message from the President & COO of Coldwell Energy: “This rebrand marks a pivotal moment in our journey. We’ve grown from a solar installer into a full-service energy partner. Coldwell Energy better represents the breadth of services we offer and the...
UPDATE: California Supreme Court Orders Revisiting of NEM 3.0 Ruling
California’s Supreme Court has taken a bold step by unanimously ruling that a lower court must revisit its earlier decision upholding the Net Energy Metering (NEM) 3.0 policy. It’s a move that could reshape the future of solar energy in the state. While...
Complying with California Climate Disclosure Laws: Strategic Implications for Corporate Solar Projects
California’s new mandatory climate disclosure laws – SB 253 & 261- create a fundamentally different value proposition for corporate renewable energy investments as we know them in 2025. Unlike traditional carbon pricing mechanisms, these laws impose disclosure...
Derisking Renewable Energy Projects for the Rest of 2025 and Beyond
Coldwell Energy remains committed to guiding our customers through every twist and turn of renewable energy project development – from legislative updates to supply chain disruptions. With the newly approved One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA)’s effects on tax...
Understanding Meter Aggregation: A Smart Strategy for Maximizing Solar Savings in California
If your commercial, industrial, or agricultural operation spans multiple utility meters, you may be leaving money on the table by not taking advantage of meter aggregation. This powerful tool – available through California utilities like PG&E and SCE –...
