Time for Tesla to Show Some Proof for the Roof

Tesla’s solar business got some shine last week when the company reported an increase in deployments and the launch of a new version of its solar roof.  “So all in all, the roadmap for energy products from solar, Solar Roof, Powerwall to Megapack is super exciting, and I expect Tesla Energy to become a larger… Continue reading Time for Tesla to Show Some Proof for the Roof

Tesla Launches Commercial Solar Subscriptions

Tesla’s solar sales model received another update last week when the company launched a subscription option for commercial applications. The company launched an online portal that offers price comparisons with or without incentives, as well as the benefits of choosing a rental option. Subscriptions start as low as 9.9 cents per kilowatt-hour for the 240 kW… Continue reading Tesla Launches Commercial Solar Subscriptions

Tesla Researcher Touts Million-Mile Battery Breakthrough

A new paper by Tesla’s head battery researcher Jeff Dahn suggests the company is developing battery cells that will power a vehicle for more than a million miles. Dahn’s team at the Department of Physics and Atmospheric Science at Dalhousie University has been testing a moderate-energy-density lithium-ion pouch cell chemistry, which differs from the cylindrical… Continue reading Tesla Researcher Touts Million-Mile Battery Breakthrough

Amazon Reports Fire From Tesla Solar, Walmart May Not Remove Installations

Tesla solar panels caught fire on the roof of an Amazon warehouse in Redlands, California, according to a report from Bloomberg. The news comes days after Walmart disclosed it has suffered similar fires from Tesla installations. The Amazon fire reportedly occurred June 2018 and involved a solar panel system that Tesla’s SolarCity division had installed.… Continue reading Amazon Reports Fire From Tesla Solar, Walmart May Not Remove Installations

Walmart Sues Tesla After Seven Solar Rooftop Fires

Walmart is suing Tesla after solar panels at seven stores allegedly caught fire, according to a court filing. Walmart also claims Tesla “routinely deployed individuals to inspect the solar systems who lacked basic solar training and knowledge.” “Tesla’s personnel did not know, for example, how to conduct inspections or how to use simple tools, such… Continue reading Walmart Sues Tesla After Seven Solar Rooftop Fires

Tesla Launches Solar System Rental as Low as $50 a Month

Tesla has launched a rental service for its solar panel business that will enable consumers to install a solar system for as little as $50 per month. There is no long-term contract or upfront installation cost.  Offering a flat rate will take away the financial risk of installing an expensive solar system and hopefully return… Continue reading Tesla Launches Solar System Rental as Low as $50 a Month

Tesla Introduces Utility-Scale Storage System Called Megapack

Tesla introduced Monday a new utility-scale energy storage product called Megapack. Inspiration for the product was derived from Tesla’s work building and installing the world’s largest lithium-ion battery in Hornsdale, South Australia. Using Tesla Powerpack batteries, the facility saved nearly $40 million in its first year alone. To install more systems at the scale of… Continue reading Tesla Introduces Utility-Scale Storage System Called Megapack

Report: Low Demand From Tesla Sends Panasonic Solar Cells Overseas

A report from Reuters says most of the solar cells made by Panasonic at Tesla’s Buffalo, New York manufacturing plant are being sent to the Philippines to supply an eco-homebuilder. Reuters reported on May 15 that Panasonic planned to ship most cells from the plant overseas because of low demand from Tesla and a trade… Continue reading Report: Low Demand From Tesla Sends Panasonic Solar Cells Overseas

Tesla Releases Environmental Impact Report

Tesla published on Monday its first ever Impact Report, a study of the impact the company’s products and operations have on the environment and communities. “We believe the faster the world moves towards a zero-emission future, the better, so we’re working hard to minimize our greenhouse gas footprint, while investing in our employees and the… Continue reading Tesla Releases Environmental Impact Report

Electrify America Adds Tesla Battery Storage to 100 Stations

Volkswagen AG unit Electrify America plans to use Tesla battery storage packs at more than 100 charging stations across the U.S. The installations are expected to be finished in 2019. Each site will have a 210-kilowatt battery system that can hold approximately 350 kilowatt-hours of charge. “With our chargers offering high power levels, it makes… Continue reading Electrify America Adds Tesla Battery Storage to 100 Stations