Solar module pricing up 12%, according to Anza report
The data and analytics software platform’s Q2 2025 Solar Module Pricing Insights report indicates a double-digit increase in median module price from February to May 2025 in response to tariff and policy changes.
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.
The rise and fall of clean energy deployment following OBBB
A report by BloombergNEF estimates after installations rise to 81 GW in the rush to meet deadlines, they will then fall to 48 GW when tax incentives are gone.
Renewable energy permits now face “final review” from Trump-appointed Interior head
Solar and wind projects on public lands will now undergo “elevated review” by Department of Interior head Doug Burgum.
Solar developer announces job cuts after sped-up ITC phaseout
Renewable-energy development company formed from a unit of the former Borrego Solar outlines a strong financial foundation but also job curtailments needed to preserve financial strength.
New solar trade cases focus on three new Asian countries
In trade petitions filed today, a U.S. domestic manufacturing alliance is taking aim at largely Chinese-produced imports of solar cells and modules from Indonesia, Indian and Laos, potentially leading to a new round of antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) investigations.
Solar installer websites respond quickly to attract business before the end-of-year deadline
In a review of 75 different installer websites across 10 different states, pv magazine USA found some quick responses to the repeal of the tax credit, meant to generate a sense of urgency to sign solar contracts.
Canadian province extends heat pump rebates to apartments, condos
British Columbia’s rebate scheme for heat pump installations now offers up to CAD 5,000 ($3,638) for the purchase and installation of an electric heat pump in suites within multi-unit residential buildings.
California scores victory for rooftop solar owners, retaining contracts on home sale
The California Senate Energy, Utilities and Communications Committee voted to preserve solar net energy metering agreements for Californians that sell or transfer their homes.
Trump starts “weaponization” of polysilicon investigation
The U.S. Department of Commerce has officially initiated a Section 232 investigation into the national security risks of polysilicon imports.
