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Solar O&M: 4 Things to Expect (and Demand)
The operation and maintenance (O&M) of a solar asset — also known as “asset management” — is key to reducing the volatility of its energy output over the long term.

5 Questions with Ben Jones
DSD’s VP of Design & Engineering, Ben Jones, talks about the process of designing solar canopies, the evolution of ESG strategies, Ted Lasso, and more.

It’s Time to Move on from Fossil Fuels
This slow evolution of energy strategies — gradually increasing renewables while still clinging on to the “tried and true” — needs to be accelerated.

What the Infrastructure Deal Means (and What it Doesn’t)
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will activate several significant steps toward advancing the use of renewable energies. But what, exactly?

The ABCs of ESG
For business leaders, ESG investing — with renewable energy at its center — is one area where aligning a company’s civic responsibility with its fiscal responsibility is easy.

Unpacking Net Zero
What exactly does “net zero” mean? And why are so many companies suddenly pursuing it so aggressively?

Why DSD is actively looking to acquire solar energy projects
During the second half of 2020, DSD acquired six community solar portfolios, totaling 53.8 megawatts (MW) of capacity. Our team understands the vast growth…

A better way to deploy solar canopies: An inside look at DSD’s process
Solar canopies are a smart way to add renewable energy generation to everything from parking lots and garages to walkways and agricultural feeding lots…

Fed, evolving attitudes, and shifting capital drive push for ESG transparency
Sustainability is no longer a must-have. It’s a must-share. 2020 has seen a series of announcements from major banks and financial institutions that are …

Federal Tax Credits & Other Incentives for Commercial Solar Energy
How to maximize the federal solar Income Tax Credit (ITC) before it “steps down,” to get the lowest price for solar.

The Fall 2020 Renewable Energy Industry Event Guide
As #NASEW20 kicks off, renewable energy professionals should prepare for a packed schedule of virtual meetings that will take place this fall!

TRECs Are Great For NJ Commercial Enterprises
New Jersey’s popular SREC program will end soon — but a new, temporary replacement program offers big incentives for companies in the state to “go solar.”

Solar Feels the Pinch — but Demand Remains High
The U.S. solar sector lost more than 65,000 jobs since the COVID-19 crisis hit. But due to a confluence of factors, the industry is on-track to grow by 6% YoY.

Renewable Energy’s Role in the COVID-19 Economic Recovery
Despite dealing with a health crisis that could put everything else on the back burner, New York State is determined to keep moving forward on renewable energy.

What Climate Action 100+ Means for Investors
After years of reluctance around “green” investments, businesses are starting to recognize the importance of climate change and its impact on businesses’ bottom lines.

DSD Announces New Corporate HQ at Mohawk Harbor
DSD proudly announces the opening of its new corporate headquarters at Mohawk Harbor!

DSD Unveils Breakthrough Solar Canopy For MGM
DSD announces the completion of a custom solar canopy it designed and built for MGM Springfield in Springfield, Massachusetts.

How Public Power is Quietly Driving Energy Innovation
For years, municipal utilities & electric cooperatives have played a critical behind-the-scenes role in shaping America’s integral energy landscape.

Outlook on Renewables for 2020
One expert’s view of what’s shifting in the commercial solar PV energy sector in the year ahead.
Press Releases
DSD Secures $70 Million Tax Equity Financing from Morgan Stanley [Press Release]
DSD secured a $70M tax equity investment to support the development of more than 87 MWs of distributed solar and storage systems in 2022.
DSD Breaks Ground on 8.4 MW Solar Portfolio with Caesars Entertainment [Press Release]
DSD and Caesars Entertainment have broken ground on an expansive solar portfolio that will span three Caesars properties in Atlantic City, NJ.
DSD Acquires a Six-Project, 7.5 MW Rooftop Solar Portfolio from Dynamic Energy [Press Release]
DSD has acquired three rooftop solar projects in NJ and CT from Dynamic Energy, and intends to acquire another three later this year.