The city of San Antonio has signed a PPA for a new 300-MW solar plant.

As part of its FlexPOWER BundleSM effort, CPS Energy, the nation’s biggest municipally owned electric and natural gas utility, has secured an agreement with Consolidated Edison Development for a 300-MW solar project in Goliad County, Texas. San Antonio’s national Top …

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What Are Quick Wire Disconnects?

Do you need to regularly connect and disconnect two or more wires? If so, you may want to use quick wire disconnects. They are available in male and female styles. You can install a male quick wire disconnect on the …

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Shared Solar Programs: Helping Homeowners Tap Into Solar Power

Shared solar programs have become increasingly common in recent years. They offer many of the same benefits as traditional solar panel installations, such as a reduced dependency on utility power and lower energy expenses. By participating in a shared solar …

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The Benefits of T-Tap Wire Connectors

T-tap wire connectors are commonly used to tap into wires. They are characterized by their T-shaped design. Also known as T-splice connectors, they feature three points of entry for wires. You can install a T-tap wire connector in a wire, …

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Is It Safe to Charge an EV in the Rain?

This is a common question asked by first-time electric vehicle (EV) owners. It’s no secret that electricity and water don’t mix. Charging an EV means you’ll have to connect it to a plug. Electricity will travel from the source – …

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Fretting: A Common Cause of Connector Failure

Electrical connectors aren’t immune to failure. Over time, they can sustain wear and tear. Fretting, for instance, is a common cause of connector failure. Nearly all connectors that are exposed to motion will experience at least some degree of fretting. …

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How Cabin Heating Works in Electric Vehicles (EVs)

If you’re thinking about buying an electric vehicle (EV), you might be wondering how the cabin heating works in it. EVs have climate-control systems. They can blast cool air into the cabin during the summer, and they can blast warm …

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An Introduction to Photovoltaic (PV) Wire

You can’t install solar panels without wiring. Whether monocrystalline, polycrystalline or even thin film, all solar panels require wiring. You’ll need to connect the solar panels to each other – as well as other components – with wiring. Fortunately, photovoltaic …

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Monroe Engineering Products Announces Rebrand

Rochester Hills, MI—May 11, 2022–Monroe Engineering Products, a leading manufacturer and distributor of hardware, electrical components, rubber & sealing, and cables & harnesses, has completed an extensive rebranding effort in response to accelerated company growth, product-line expansion, and renewal of …

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