Ryan Kennedy
U.S. energy storage developers secure over $2 billion in latest capital infusion
Led by a massive $1.5 billion facility for Aypa Power, a series of new deals for Jupiter Power and PowerBank show that lenders are doubling down on battery energy storage system assets.
Enphase Energy cuts about 6% of workforce
Amid a projected downturn following the expiration of federal solar tax credits, the microinverter and battery giant said it is prioritizing operational efficiency and AI-driven automation.
U.S. solar eclipses wind
Total installed capacity of solar has officially surpassed wind energy capacity in the U.S. as the technology continues its 27-month streak as the leading source of new additions to the grid, according to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
Uncertainty looms as solar PPA prices climb for second straight quarter
A report from LevelTen Energy finds solar PPA prices in North America rose 3.2% in Q4 2025, marking a nearly 9% year-over-year increase as developers and buyers navigate a complex “post-OBBBA” regulatory environment.
Tesla introduces U.S.-manufactured solar panels, completing home energy ecosystem
The new Tesla Solar Panel and mounting system pairs with the company’s inverter, Powerwall battery, EV charging and vehicles, creating an all-Tesla residential solar offering for the first time.
SolarEdge begins shipping U.S.-manufactured inverters to Europe
The company is exporting residential single-phase inverters from its Texas facility to Italy, France, and the Netherlands. The shipments feature a “single SKU” design intended to simplify inventory for distributors and installers.
Firefighters overwhelmingly favor microinverter-based rooftop solar for safety
Survey results from the Solar and Fire Education (SAFE) training program — conducted in collaboration with Enphase Energy — show that 98% of firefighters would recommend microinverter systems based on their safety characteristics and all-AC architecture.
New York City files $20 million consumer fraud lawsuit against Radiant Solar over predatory sales and lending
The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection is seeking $20 million in restitution and civil penalties from the city’s largest home improvement contractor.
Texas utility-scale solar project secures $524 million from Korean-led consortium
The 350 MW Lucy Solar facility in Concho County is expected to generate enough clean electricity to power 65,000 homes.
EDP Renewables reaches commercial operations at 150 MW Indiana solar project
The newly completed facility solidifies Indiana’s position as a top-three market for utility-scale solar additions as the state pivots from its coal-heavy legacy.
