U.S. Army completes third phase of Fort Riley solar project
One of the largest renewable energy projects in Kansas, the solar installations will power 40% of Fort Riley’s needs.
Rebuild fire-devastated homes all-electric with solar
Stanford University professor Mark Z. Jacobson explains how the areas of Los Angeles that were recently hit by fire have now the opportunity to reduce energy bills and reconstruction costs by rebuilding only all-electric homes.
Illinois lawmakers propose 15 GW energy storage target by 2035
The bills would direct the Illinois Power Agency to procure the same amount of energy storage as required in California, which uses twice as much electricity as Illinois.
Sunnova’s future in question
Sunnova Energy International, a residential solar installer, said its cash flow is not sufficient to meet obligations and fund operations.
Market and policy tailwinds drive uptick in domestic battery manufacturing
Despite uncertainty, discussions at the Intersolar & Energy Storage North America 2025 conference made clear that strengthening domestic manufacturing is a priority of the new administration.
In case you missed it: Six 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.
Massachusetts will pilot vehicle-grid integration statewide
Owners of an eligible electric vehicle, or school districts that own eligible electric school buses, could receive one of 100 free bidirectional chargers plus compensation for participating. The state plans to prepare a V2X guidebook aimed at scaling the pilot program.
NEMA releases standard for bidirectional EV charging
The standard provides vehicle manufacturers and electric vehicle supply equipment with the technical parameters to enable the bidirectional charging of electric vehicles.
SolarEdge U.S.-made inverters are now Build America, Buy America compliant
The Build America, Buy America Act requires that federal investments prioritize products produced in the U.S.
Massachusetts introduces programs to tackle EV barriers for high-mileage drivers
The new initiatives expand electric vehicle charging options to make it easier for fleet owners, rideshare drivers and taxi operators to switch to electric vehicles.
