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Startup EPC brings deep experience to U.S. solar and battery energy storage development

The team of solar veterans behind Aquila Energy intend to focus on deploying new and repowering aging clean energy sites by collaborating on engineering, supply chain management and construction across each solar and battery energy storage project.
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Federal pause to solar permitting and wetland approvals

Multiple agencies, including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Secretary of the Interior, which oversees the Bureau of Land Management, have halted approvals for wind and solar projects on federal land and in federally regulated areas.
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U.S. energy storage market thrives despite political and market uncertainty

A recent webinar by Clean Energy States Alliance highlighted how the Investment Tax Credit for standalone storage has supercharged growth, but new import duties and supply chain risks could slow progress.
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Georgia Power’s 2025 IRP: Further shift towards battery storage

State resourcing plans are increasingly updating battery energy storage systems (BESS) plans, especially those tied to solar.
Markets & Policy

Indigenized Energy completes Solar for All projects

Residential solar installations in South Dakota and Montana are the first of many solar-plus-storage projects for members of the Tribal Renewable Energy Coalition.
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Sunrise brief: Energy groups head to Washington in lobbying blitz

Also on the rise: Wyoming legislation attacks net metering, small-scale solar. Enphase full-year revenues down 42%. And more.
Markets & Policy

Hidden fastener solar mount requires no holes in exterior roofing layer

A new attachment for asphalt shingle and composite slate roofs enables solar installation without boring holes through the external roofing layer has been awarded as an American-Made Solar Prize semifinalist. It is developed by Martin Solar and Roofing.
Manufacturing

Battery materials startup’s technology to boost battery performance

The newly formed company, Elevated Materials, brings ultra-thin lithium films to the battery market.

Press Releases

Kinematics Strengthens Global Leadership in Solar Tracker Intelligence with Completion of P4Q Acquisition

Integration Establishes World's Largest Provider of Motion Control Technology for Utility-Scale Solar

ES Foundry Launches New Solar Cell Factory in Greenwood, South Carolina

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Sungrow North America partners with the American Red Cross to support people affected by the California fires

The leading solar inverter and battery energy storage system provider – headquartered in Costa Mesa – says it’s committed to uplifting the communities it serves, especially in times of crisis.   

Jackery Celebrates a Prestigious Trio of Awards Earned at CES 2025

The Company’s comprehensive array of renewable energy solutions for both the home and outdoors took home three CES Picks Awards

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Sunrise brief: A 920% tariff on anode materials from China “would throw the economics of U.S. storage out of whack”

Also on the rise: Rural Energy for America grantee reports federal non-payment for 2024 work. Amid uncertainty, Premier Energies halts plans for U.S. solar cell factory. And more.

Large-scale solar with 600 MWh of storage now operational in California

Located mostly on Bureau of Land Management land, Desert Quartzite is expected to generate enough electricity to meet the consumption needs of more than 163,000 average California homes.

Brookfield Renewable Partners developed 7 GW of clean energy in 2024

The company said its growth outlook is strong, “especially in the United States.”

Sunrise brief: How much can I expect to save by installing solar?

Also on the rise: Fair Access to Community Solar Act introduced in Washington State. Startup unveils polymer battery electrolytes that eliminate thermal runaway. And more.

How much can I expect to save by installing solar?

The average cost of an 11 kW rooftop solar installation after federal tax credits is $20,552, said marketplace operator EnergySage. What will your utility-provided electricity cost over the next 25 years?

National Grid Renewables breaks ground on 117 MW solar project in Ohio

The Sycamore Creek Solar project will deliver clean energy to the PJM grid when complete.

Manufacturing

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Enphase full-year revenues down 42%

Enphase annual revenues declined amid an overall downturn in the residential solar market. The company improved its margins and significantly expanded U.S. manufacturing.

Energy groups head to Washington in lobbying blitz

Today groups that represent over 2,000 companies are holding over 100 meetings with members of Congress and staff from both parties to discuss how the tax credits are helping to drive a strong energy and manufacturing economy.

Sunrise brief: U.S. surpasses 50 GW of solar module manufacturing capacity

Also on the rise: U.S. raises tariffs to 60% on Chinese solar polysilicon, wafer and cell. KORE Power halts Arizona energy storage factory. And more.

U.S. raises solar polysilicon, wafer and cell tariffs from China to 60%

After the Biden administration doubled Section 301 tariffs from 25% to 50%, the Trump administration has added another 10%.

KORE Power halts Arizona energy storage factory

The Arizona cell manufacturing plant is on hold, with little detail provided by Kore. The founder and CEO has also stepped down.

U.S. surpasses 50 GW of solar module manufacturing capacity

The buildout is happening across the domestic solar supply chain and, at full capacity, planned facilities will produce enough to meet the demand for solar in the U.S., according to the Solar Energy Industries Association.

Markets & Policy

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Wyoming legislation attacks net metering, small-scale solar

Wyoming Senator Case has yet again submitted legislation to limit net metering, jeopardizing the grassroots growth of small-scale solar power.

Where in the world is Jigar Shah?

After a two-month break following dismissal from his position as director of the Department of Energy’s Loan Programs Office, Shah can soon be found behind a microphone with a podcaster’s hat on.

Sunnova to integrate OpenSolar AI design tool

The integration will include OpenSolar’s AI technology, which aims to make the design process faster for Sunnova’s sales, deisgn, and installation platform users.

Piclo opens electric grid flexibility marketplace in California

The distributed energy resource market provider enables operators of batteries, smart EV chargers, and demand response systems to sell flexible capacity to utilities.

Chris Wright confirmed as energy secretary

Though not a denier of climate change, Wright says the “hazards of climate change are distant and uncertain” and that more fossil fuel production is needed to lift people from poverty.

New York Power Authority approves 2.8 GW of solar projects in strategic plan

After public feedback, the New York Power Authority’s finalized first strategic plan will add a combined potential capacity of more than 3 GW across the state.

Technology

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Battery storage in California delivering as a daily workhorse, details IEEFA report

An institute report details how batteries are now regularly capturing otherwise-curtailed solar generation, and are firmly integral to daily grid operations.

Dynamic line ratings: A smart business decision 

Dynamic line ratings allow operators to optimize existing infrastructure by adjusting transmission limits in real-time based on environmental conditions, thereby reducing the need for costly upgrades, minimizing service interruptions and facilitating the integration of clean energy resources.     

Startup unveils polymer battery electrolytes that eliminate thermal runaway

Anthro Energy’s phase-change electrolytes reduce battery fire risk and can double cycle life.

UL Solutions expands testing for heat pumps

UL Solutions says it will expand heat pump testing at its facilities in Texas and Italy to meet rising demand in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industry.

Meteomatics secures $22 million to help businesses navigate extreme weather impacts

Meteomatics will use the funding to help meet the growing demand for insights into hyperlocal extreme weather events.

Building not your average dream home: All things energy

This series describes the process of designing and building a sustainable home, which was all going smoothly until the utility put up a major roadblock by “red zoning” the area.

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