Utility-scale solar additions hit 46.8 GW since start of 2023, says Wiki-Solar
PV data consultancy Wiki-Solar says the world’s top solar developers have added nearly 50 GW of new solar capacity since early 2023, raising their cumulative capacity to 146.7 GW – more than one-fifth of the global total.
Sunrise brief: Robust demand for transferable tax credits
Also on the rise: Solar wins on cost. Retrofitting batteries increases solar plant revenue 29% to 81%. And more.
Tribal fund will support predevelopment costs for 2 GW to 6 GW of solar on tribal lands
A tribal clean energy fund has raised $30 million to fund predevelopment costs for solar projects on tribal lands. Meeting predevelopment milestones will enable tribal communities to apply for federal loan support to complete the projects.
Developer bolsters 1.3 GW Vista Sands Solar proposal with detailed benefits analysis
Doral Renewables turns to research firm to show public health, ecosystem and economic benefits.
Sunrise brief: California farmers developing 20 GW solar-plus-storage plan
Also on the rise: Solar developer reduces tariff risk by engaging with supply chain platform. Optimal sites for solar projects are becoming harder to find. And more.
Sunrise brief: Tornado rips through solar farm in Florida
Also on the rise: Californians across party lines voice support for solar, distrust of utilities. A look at next generation battery cells. And more.
Tornado rips through solar farm in Florida
Duke Energy’s Lake Placid Solar Power Plant experienced an EF-2 tornado during Hurricane Milton, shredding a swath of solar modules while leaving most of the facility intact.
J.P. Morgan and Capital One provide $260 million tax equity financing for solar project
BrightNight secured funds for a 300 MW solar project in Arizona jointly owned with Cordelio Power.
Sunrise brief: California installs 10 GW of utility-scale batteries
Also on the rise: Large utilities plan to replace only half their fossil generation by 2035. Californian city introduces temporary moratorium on battery storage sites. And more.
IEA forecasts over 4,000 GW of new solar by 2030
The International Energy Agency says renewables are on course to meet almost half of global electricity demand by 2030, with solar accounting for 80% of the growth in capacity.
