Energy groups head to Washington in lobbying blitz
Today groups that represent over 2,000 companies are holding over 100 meetings with members of Congress and staff from both parties to discuss how the tax credits are helping to drive a strong energy and manufacturing economy.
U.S. surpasses 50 GW of solar module manufacturing capacity
The buildout is happening across the domestic solar supply chain and, at full capacity, planned facilities will produce enough to meet the demand for solar in the U.S., according to the Solar Energy Industries Association.
GE Vernova brings its solar inverter manufacturing home to the U.S.
The utility-scale inverters will be manufactured at GE Vernova’s Pittsburgh facility as part of a $10 million investment.
Actionable insights to safeguard solar projects from hail damage
The second article in a two-part series from VDE Americas looks at hail risk mitigation measures that continue advancing through improved materials, prediction capabilities and refined stow strategies.
Indiana utility favors managed EV charging once 5% of customers have EV chargers
Utility AES Indiana and software provider Camus said in a study that the utility can best reduce costs by preparing now to launch managed EV charging by early 2029, when it projects 5% of its customers will have installed EV chargers.
Sunrise brief: Treasury updates domestic content guidance, elevates wafers made in U.S.
Also on the rise: Fire at California’s Moss Landing battery plant triggers evacuation. Coalition of 17 state attorneys general urge Congress to retain clean energy tax credits. And more.
Energy Department closes $1.2 billion in loans to Puerto Rico power producers
Loan guarantees by Loan Programs Office intend to finance grid enhancement to build resilience and expand access to affordable electricity for the people of Puerto Rico.
Boviet Solar manufacturing facility ready to ramp up in North Carolina
The company plans to manufacture both solar modules and cells in its Greenville facility, following a $294 million investment and the establishment its first North American production hub.
Unimacts to expand Houston facility for steel solar frame production
Origami Solar sees an opportunity to supply module manufacturers in the U.S. market who are switching from imported aluminum frames to domestically made steel frames.
Sunrise brief: Nextracker delivers first 100% U.S. made solar trackers
Also on the rise: Boston doctors prescribe solar energy. Bridge financing keeps Meyer Burger afloat. And more.
