One year after passage of the IRA, the renaissance has begun
Among the many benefits of the passage of the historic Inflation Reduction Act is the decarbonization of the U.S. grid; however, challenges remain.
First Solar explores potential of quantum-dot solar modules
In a joint development effort with UbiQD, thin-film solar manufacturer, First Solar, is exploring the potential use of quantum dots in enhancing solar photovoltaics.
Sunrise brief: Over 155 GW of U.S. solar manufacturing announced in one year
Also on the rise: Top five solar inverter vendors accounted for 71% of shipments in 2022, U.S. startup to produce perovskite glass for tandem modules and Amogy eyes commercialization of zero-emission, ammonia-powered semi-truck.
Sunrise brief: Maxeon Solar to build 3 GW cell and module plant in Albuquerque
Also on the rise: An alternative to California’s proposed income-based fixed monthly utility bill charge, retired coal plant to be running on 100% hydrogen by 2045 and scientists explore aquatic effects of floating solar.
Maxeon Solar to build 3 GW cell and module plant in Albuquerque
The company will invest $1 billion in the TOPCon manufacturing facility, creating up to 1,800 highly skilled jobs.
EDF places order for up to 7 GW of U.S.-made Canadian Solar modules
Canadian Solar announced that production in its first U.S. factory was set to begin in late June. With a planned output of 20,000 modules per day, it expects annual production capacity to total 5 GW.
Sunrise brief: One of the largest U.S. solar projects secures $779 million financing
Also on the rise: Clearway to procure 2 GW of solar trackers from Nextracker, Boston mayor bans fossil fuel use in municipal buildings and a developer challenges Massachusetts town on solar zoning restrictions.
Nextracker opens dedicated assembly line for tracker components
The company announced the start of production at an Asteelflash manufacturing line in California to produce self-powered controllers, high voltage power supply, and more.
Sunrise brief: California Public Utilities Commission stacks the deck against rooftop solar
Also on the rise: Private investments in clean energy and manufacturing top $270 billion, GAF Timberline solar shingles recalled for fire hazard, and Ohio tightens screws on large solar facilities…
Private investments in clean energy and manufacturing top $270 billion
While the U.S. has the financial capacity, technology and human capital, the question is whether government policy will allow for the clean energy infrastructure to be built out fast enough to achieve clean energy dominance.
