U.S. transformer market faces severe supply constraints as lead times extend to four years
Severe shortages of power transformers are stalling grid expansion as developers face skyrocketing prices and four year wait times for critical equipment.
Shoals opens 638,000-square-foot Tennessee manufacturing facility
The Portland, Tennessee “Mega Facility” consolidates three existing sites and marks a $30 million investment in domestic solar and energy storage supply chains.
Enphase announces distributed solid-state transformer for AI data centers, targets 2028 for volume deliveries
The announcement of the company’s latest module power electronics project came alongside Q1 2026 earnings that showed a 20.6% decrease in year-over-year revenue numbers amid a steep decline in domestic demand.
Create Energy announces $78 million expansion, plans to create 1,003 new jobs
The manufacturer will invest $78 million to establish a global hub for solar and storage products in Middle Tennessee, expanding its manufacturing footprint to nearly half a million square feet.
GameChange Energy expands U.S. manufacturing footprint with acquisition of Terrasmart eBOS division
GameChange CEO Phillip Vynahek says the acquisition will allow his teams to integrate eBOS in a way that simplifies installation and improves overall build efficiency for EPCs.
Expiring incentives led to record demand, more diverse market for residential solar in 2025, says EnergySage
EnergySage reported a 205% increase in homeowner engagement on its home energy marketplace, alongside median pricing of $2.49 per watt, an average system size of 11.8 kW and a decrease in storage attachment rates in the rush to install systems before the end of 2025.
Tigo Energy debuts real-time solar equipment commissioning software at IESNA 2026
The solar equipment and software provider said its new platform will help installers complete jobs faster and reduce the need for repeat truck rolls.
OMCO Solar announces acquisition of parent company by global industrial manufacturer MacLean-Fogg
The acquisition brings together two privately held multi-generational businesses with more than 170 years of combined operational history.
APsystems opens direct U.S. sales of EZ1 microinverter for DIY plug-in solar
The company’s balcony solar solution is now available via direct purchase or in kits from partner installers and distributors.
Voltage Energy scores non-infringement win in latest ITC ruling
The U.S. International Trade Commission issued an initial determination finding that Voltage Energy’s new trunk-bus design does not infringe on patents held by Shoals Technologies.
