Moment Energy gives a second life to spent EV batteries
The British Columbia-based startup creates custom BESS using retired modules from Nissan and Mercedes-Benz and is gearing to launch large-scale manufacturing.
SEMA policy priorities include de-risking the U.S. solar industry, boosting manufacturing
As industry players are nervously watching the administration’s decision to temporarily freeze and review several provisions within the Inflation Reduction Act, the Solar Energy Manufacturers of America Coalition spells out its priorities.
Market and policy tailwinds drive uptick in domestic battery manufacturing
Despite uncertainty, discussions at the Intersolar & Energy Storage North America 2025 conference made clear that strengthening domestic manufacturing is a priority of the new administration.
Freyr Battery rebrands as T1 Energy, relocates to Austin
After acquiring the U.S. manufacturing assets of Trina Solar, Freyr Battery rebrands as T1 Energy and continues plans to produce both solar modules and cells in Texas.
Yotta Energy replaces ballast blocks with battery storage
The energy storage startup’s new plug-and-play modules will provide a kilowatt of storage in a small package.
Battery Council International calls for Congressional action to protect domestic battery manufacturing
In asking Congress to advance measures and retain existing provisions for domestic battery manufacturers, a major energy storage industry association outlined five key policy priorities.
Tesla begins production at Shanghai Megapack Factory amid intensifying price war
Tesla’s first overseas energy storage plant starts operating as global competition from Chinese firms and pricing pressures mount.
Sunrise brief: Judge rules White House violated court order to unfreeze federal funding
Also on the rise: Freyr Battery abandons plans for Georgia battery factory. Colorado permitting red tape adds thousands to rooftop solar cost, finds study.
Freyr Battery abandons plans for Georgia battery factory
Freyr was motivated to build the factory based on the strength of the U.S. renewable energy and electric vehicle industries, coupled with the tax incentives associated with the Inflation Reduction Act. It would have been a $2.6 billion investment, creating 720 jobs.
Sunrise brief: Energy groups head to Washington in lobbying blitz
Also on the rise: Wyoming legislation attacks net metering, small-scale solar. Enphase full-year revenues down 42%. And more.
