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Solar Builder takes a look at the rise of the distributed generation market that’s on the rise across North America. This issue also dives into both the EV and carport scene, as well as the rise of European favorite plug-in or “balcony” solar products in the U.S. Plus, news and technical insights from both Intersolar and NABCEP business conferences. How is the solar space bouncing back following a flurry of federal policy moves that shook the industry to its core over the past year and a half? Also included is a primer on the practice of peak shaving, which FranklinWH CEO Gary Lam says is reshaping the home energy system market. Finally, don’t miss insights on solar projects around the U.S. and Canada from this past quarter, as well as in-depth video interviews with officials from Generac and SiteCapture.

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Meet the solar industy’s DGenerates

The latest edition of Solar Builder takes a deep dive into the distributed generation market. With the U.S. energy grid straining to keep up with advancing electrification and large-load needs like data centers, this edition promises solar asset owners an operators a look at the various directions the solar market is going as we move into the tail end of 2026.

  • EVs and carports: Exploring the growing EV market, and where solar carports fit in. By Martin McConnell
  • A primer on peak shaving: A look at the practice reshaping the home energy system market. By Gary Lam
  • Plug-in solar in the U.S.: The solar legislation sweeping the nation. By Martin McConnell

The Buzz

  • Risk management challenges: A report from kWh Analytics underscores the critical importance of industry collaboration. By Brad Kramer
  • NABCEP recap: The solar industry rolls with the punches in Milwaukee. By Martin McConnell
  • Intersolar news: Five takeaways from San Diego in a crucial year for solar. By Martin McConnell

Columns

  • DESIGN: The flaw of averages. By Chetan Chaudhari
  • PLUS: Beyond backup. By Tammy Sinensky
  • PLUS: From installer to advisor. By Jim Dawe
  • DISCUSS: Ownership through financing. By Deep Patel
  • DISCUSS: Locking in value. By Martin Pochtaruk