Ryan Kennedy
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.
South Carolina county court dismisses challenge to Silfab Solar manufacturing facility
A York County circuit court judge has dismissed a resident-led lawsuit seeking to halt construction of Silfab’s PV module assembly plant, ruling that the plaintiff lacked standing and failed to exhaust administrative remedies.
Five trends for energy storage as global market passes 100 GW
A report from Wood Mackenzie identifies five key trends that will define the energy storage industry in 2026, including supply chain restructuring and the rise of non-lithium batteries.
Scanifly and IronRidge integrate drone designs with racking layouts
Contractors can now export solar panel placements from drone models into racking design software to automate bills of materials.
Department of Energy cuts $83 billion in loans, reversing energy transition funding
The Department of Energy moved to de-obligate or revise billions in financing for clean energy projects while prioritizing natural gas and nuclear power.
What to expect from the solar market in 2026
As the solar industry navigates a 2026 landscape defined by AI-driven demand and shifting federal incentives, success will belong to developers who prioritize execution and resilience over simple scale.
Solar to anchor U.S. load growth as data center demand surges
Wood Mackenzie report forecasts solar as a vital contributor to near-term power demand despite federal policy volatility.
