Sunrise brief: Hemlock Semiconductor receives $325 million U.S. government funding for polysilicon production
Also on the rise: Jackery debuts Solar Roof Tile at CES 2025. Majority woman-owned developer begins construction on solar, battery facility in Nevada. And more.
Key Capture Energy completes ITC tax credit transfer for 200 MW BESS in Texas
Two battery energy storage facilities achieved commercial operation in Texas, along with the transfer of investment tax credits.
Sunrise brief: Texas storms show industry’s solar hail defenses work
Also on the rise: Treasury releases final rules for technology-neutral clean electricity credits. Despite wind and solar’s low costs, PPAs remain vital. And more.
Treasury releases final rules for technology-neutral clean electricity credits
The final rules for clean electricity production credit and the clean electricity investment credit provide clarity around what clean electricity technologies qualify for the credits.
Sunrise brief: U.S. electricity rates rise about 5% annually, outpacing inflation
Also on the rise: Half of distribution transformers are approaching end of life. Agrivoltaic pilot program announced in New Jersey. And more.
IRA returns 4X on taxpayer investment
A recent report by American Clean Power finds that the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 will create millions of jobs, boost economic growth and have lasting impact on the U.S. economy.
Sunrise brief: REC Silicon shuts down polysilicon operations in Moses Lake
Also on the rise: Predictions for the solar energy landscape in 2025. Samsung launches monobloc air-to-water heat pumps. And more.
Predictions for the solar energy landscape in 2025
The clean energy transition is about more than environmental benefits. It’s about creating jobs, stimulating economic growth and achieving energy independence.
Major trends that shaped U.S. solar energy in 2024
Falling solar module costs, a ramp-up in domestic manufacturing, backed up grid interconnection queues, high interest rates and shifting policies, trade policy enforcement, weather resilience efforts and more have guided the solar industry to where we stand today.
Solar industry thought leaders predict the future
2025 will be a turning point for the U.S. solar industry, according to the industry leaders who shared their predictions with pv magazine USA.
