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.
Five solar businesses added to forced labor list, banned from U.S. entry
Under the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA), five businesses in China were added to an entity list, making them ineligible to provide products and services in the United States.
JinkoSolar sues VSUN for alleged patent infringement
China-based panel maker JinkoSolar says that its competitor VSUN and its related entities in the United States have infringed on one of its patents.
Sunrise brief: pv magazine awards 2024 announced
Also on the rise: A Virginia proposal would give the state a role in siting solar and storage over 20 MW. Louisiana 50 MW solar facility significantly boosts Bayou State’s clean energy production. And more.
Fossil fuel companies sued by all New England states, except one
Maine is the most recent state to sue fossil fuel companies for deception, negligence and more. New Hampshire is the one New England holdout that has not joined its neighbors in taking a stand against fossil fuel companies’ role in causing climate change.
U.S. sets antidumping duties for Southeast Asian solar cells
U.S. trade officials have announced preliminary affirmative determinations for antidumping duties on crystalline solar cell imports from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam. The tariffs range from 21.31% to 271.28% depending on the company and country.
Sunrise brief: Gautam Adani indicted in U.S for alleged solar-related bribery scheme
Also on the rise: Northvolt CEO steps down following bankruptcy filing. Vertical solar power at U.S. airports. And more.
Gautam Adani indicted in U.S for alleged solar-related bribery scheme
Gautam Adani faces an indictment in the United States over claims it led a scheme to bribe Indian officials to secure multibillion-dollar solar contracts. The charges allege the group concealed its actions while seeking capital from US and global investors.
Michigan townships challenge state’s solar control
A lawsuit alleges that Michigan’s takeover of zoning authority for large-scale solar and wind projects violates the state’s rulemaking process.
Sunrise brief: Looming Trump tariffs drive rush on imports, push shipping costs higher
Also on the rise: Final rules on direct pay expands access to clean energy tax credits. Zendure releases pre-sized home solar and energy storage kit. And more.
