Sunrise brief: CubicPV announces $1 billion long-term silicon supply agreement
Also on the rise: 38% solar growth pushing wind-solar dynamic duo past coal in 2024. Next generation winning legal battles against fossil fuel policy. And more.
Next generation winning legal battles against fossil fuel policy
A recent landmark decision in Montana is considered a game changer, marking a turning point in efforts to save the planet from the devastating effects of fossil fuel use.
Duke completes sale of renewables business, renamed to Deriva Energy
As part of Brookfield, Deriva has 5.9 GW of clean energy assets operating and under construction.
Toledo Solar and First Solar reach agreement in lawsuit
Details of the settlement are confidential; however, Toledo Solar announced a new investor-led Independent board of directors and leadership team.
Five major solar panel suppliers found in violation of antidumping laws
Units of BYD, Longi, Canadian Solar, Trina Solar and New East Solar were found in violation of trade laws and now face heavy tariffs. Three major suppliers were found to not be in violation.
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.
Developer challenges Massachusetts town on solar zoning restrictions
PureSky Energy, formerly Amp Energy, contends that Shutesbury, Massachusetts is violating state law with its solar zoning regulations. The town is actively seeking to dismiss the lawsuit.
GAF Timberline solar shingles recalled for fire hazard
The solar roof provider has recalled the product following property damage from thermal incidents.
Arizona sues Vision Solar and lead generator Solar Xchange
Arizona’s attorney general is suing Vision Solar and Solar Xchange for alleged utility impersonation, Do Not Call breaches, incentive misrepresentation, and misleading finance processes that had customers paying for solar loans before their bills were reduced.
Patent violation by standardization? Judge tosses Tigo lawsuit
A court ruled that the SunSpec Alliance, a trade organization setting industry standards, cannot be held liable for any patent infringement activities conducted by its members under their established standards, particularly those concerning patents previously ruled as controlled by Tigo Energy.
