People on the Move: Schneider Electric, US Department of Energy, Greenskies and more
Job moves in solar, storage, cleantech, utilities, and energy transition finance.
RFP Alert: NV Energy contracts for renewable energy projects larger than 20MW
The Nevada utility is accepting proposals for solar projects, as well as energy storage, wind, and other forms of renewables.
Next-gen community solar characterized by resilience, equity, EV charging co-location
The Rocky Mountain Institute released a report outlining how its vision of “community solar+” can spread the benefits of solar throughout our communities.
You know solar has made it when fossils fund misinformation campaigns
As solar has grown, the fossil fuel industry has begun to attack it by funding misinformation campaigns online and among Facebook groups.
Qcells holds onto its number one spot in US market, rebrands, and recommits
The latest PV Leaderboard report by Wood Mackenzie confirms that Qcells marks 14 consecutive quarters with top market share in US residential and commercial solar module markets.
First Solar closes 4GW module supply agreement with Silicon Ranch
First Solar’s second supply deal in as many days will see the company expand its partnership with Silicon Ranch with a commitment four times greater than all previous supply deals between the two combined.
Duke Energy’s Stony Knoll 22.6MW solar power plant now operational in North Carolina
The project, owned and operated by Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions, was selected as part of the competitive bidding process established by 2017’s solar legislation in North Carolina.
Sunrise brief: The King Midas of Solar, Dan Shugar, recognizes opportunity and capitalizes by launching successful, industry-defining companies
Also on the rise: Origis Energy places order for 750MW of First Solar thin-film modules. Moment Energy repurposes EV batteries for off-grid use. Storing renewables in depleted oil and gas wells. Northeast US furniture giant greening its operations with onsite solar PV. Energy storage provider Fluence acquires AI software service firm Nispera. Modular solar PV and tidal power desalination buoys from Canada.
Origis Energy places order for 750MW of First Solar thin-film modules
The deal was booked prior to the release of First Solar’s Q4 and Full Year 2021 earnings in February, and by contract Origis will benefit from technology developments until the order is complete in 2024.
Modular solar PV and wave power desalination buoys from Canada
A floating, reverse-osmosis-based unit turns sea water into potable drinking water through the power of the sun and waves. Oneka develops the product, which requires no external electricity source and no land.
