esVolta secures $110 million for 300 MWh battery project in California
The energy storage facility in San Jose will provide resource adequacy support to Pacific Gas & Electric.
Sunrise brief: Are California’s electricity prices rising because customers are installing solar panels?
Also on the rise: Addressing toxicity concerns in lithium batteries. Battery recycler wins $475 million loan from Department of Energy. And more.
In case you missed it: Five big solar stories in the news this week
pv magazine USA spotlights news of the past week including market trends, project updates, policy changes and more.
From production to disposal: Addressing toxicity concerns in lithium batteries
As we strive for an equitable and sustainable energy future, addressing safety and toxicity challenges are driving the search for innovative, lithium-free battery technologies that can offer comparable performance without compromising safety or environmental impact.
City of Phoenix embraces second-life batteries
A pilot project uses remanufactured lithium batteries from electric forklifts to power lighting in a Phoenix park.
Sunrise brief: Solar stocks nosedive as Trump victory is secured
Also on the rise: The future of clean energy policies in a new Trump administration. Freyr battery jumps into solar manufacturing with acquisition Trina’s assets. And more.
EDF Renewables clinches PPA for 250 MW/1000 MWh battery project in Arizona
A 250 MW battery with 4-hour duration will supply energy storage services to the Arizona Public Service utility company.
Sunrise brief: Grandpa’s grid is not built to supply consumers what they need
Also on the rise: Utility-scale solar additions hit 46.8 GW since start of 2023. Primergy closes $225 million in financing for solar-plus-storage portfolio. And more.
Primergy closes $225 million in financing for solar-plus-storage portfolio
The financing includes a $125 million tax credit sale for Gemini, one of the largest solar-plus-storage facilities operating in the U.S.
In case you missed it: Five big solar stories in the news this week
pv magazine USA spotlights news of the past week including market trends, project updates, policy changes and more.
