David Wagman
Energy transition jobs: KKR, SunPower, ConnectDER, and more
Job moves in solar, storage, cleantech, utilities, and energy transition finance.
Walmart adds 6.5 MW of rooftop and canopy parking solar to California stores
The $10 million portfolio was developed by Sol Customer Solutions and will deliver energy to seven stores across the state.
Hawaii lawmakers vote to slash solar credits as the state looks to prop up its budget
A Senate committee added language that would cut the renewable energy credit as part of an unrelated film tax credit bill.
Sunrise brief: Xcel Energy files plans for a 460 MW solar plant in Minnesota
Also on the rise: PG&E launches its solar-based microgrid program, a report from Berkeley Lab says the power sector is halfway to becoming carbon free, and battery recycler Li-Cycle will build a facility near Phoenix.
Sunrise brief: Partners announce $2b investment in utility-scale solar and wind
Also on the rise: Hydro-Québec grid gains a BESS, Connecticut announces its 2021 Green Liberty Bond issuance, and two VC pros launch a fund to back cleantech startups.
Con Edison adds another battery energy storage system
The utility and its partner, GI Energy, choose customer locations where the utility’s analysis shows the electrical grid needs support.
New York real estate owner marks halfway point on solar deployment project
Solar panels have been installed on 26 of the 45 buildings Zara Realty owns and manages in Queens, producing 1.3 million kWh.
Clearway starts work on solar-plus-storage projects in Hawaii
The two projects represent a $280 million investment. Construction is being led by Moss and is expected to be complete in 2022.
Sunrise brief: Canadian Solar starts production of 665W modules based on 210mm cells
Also on the rise: Governor signs Rhode Island climate bill, Li-ion battery recycler secures $20 million for a processing center, and a joint U.S.-Israeli government venture funds a cyber security initiative.
Branson group is rebuilding another hurricane-damaged solar array
Hardened to withstand winds up to 180 mph, the 6.4 MW facility in the U.S. Virgin Islands is expected to enter service in the fourth quarter.
