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U.S. raises solar polysilicon, wafer and cell tariffs from China to 60%

After the Biden administration doubled Section 301 tariffs from 25% to 50%, the Trump administration has added another 10%.
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Sunnova to integrate OpenSolar AI design tool

The integration will include OpenSolar's AI technology, which aims to make the design process faster for Sunnova's sales, deisgn, and installation platform users.
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Piclo opens electric grid flexibility marketplace in California

The distributed energy resource market provider enables operators of batteries, smart EV chargers, and demand response systems to sell flexible capacity to utilities.
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Chris Wright confirmed as energy secretary

Though not a denier of climate change, Wright says the "hazards of climate change are distant and uncertain" and that more fossil fuel production is needed to lift people from poverty.
Manufacturing

KORE Power halts Arizona energy storage factory

The Arizona cell manufacturing plant is on hold, with little detail provided by Kore. The founder and CEO has also stepped down.
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U.S. surpasses 50 GW of solar module manufacturing capacity

The buildout is happening across the domestic solar supply chain and, at full capacity, planned facilities will produce enough to meet the demand for solar in the U.S., according to the Solar Energy Industries Association.
Markets & Policy

Sunrise brief: A 920% tariff on anode materials from China “would throw the economics of U.S. storage out of whack”

Also on the rise: Rural Energy for America grantee reports federal non-payment for 2024 work. Amid uncertainty, Premier Energies halts plans for U.S. solar cell factory. And more.
Markets & Policy

New York Power Authority approves 2.8 GW of solar projects in strategic plan

After public feedback, the New York Power Authority's finalized first strategic plan will add a combined potential capacity of more than 3 GW across the state.

Press Releases

Kinematics Strengthens Global Leadership in Solar Tracker Intelligence with Completion of P4Q Acquisition

Integration Establishes World's Largest Provider of Motion Control Technology for Utility-Scale Solar

ES Foundry Launches New Solar Cell Factory in Greenwood, South Carolina

A Game-Changer for U. S.

Sungrow North America partners with the American Red Cross to support people affected by the California fires

The leading solar inverter and battery energy storage system provider – headquartered in Costa Mesa – says it’s committed to uplifting the communities it serves, especially in times of crisis.   

Jackery Celebrates a Prestigious Trio of Awards Earned at CES 2025

The Company’s comprehensive array of renewable energy solutions for both the home and outdoors took home three CES Picks Awards

Installations

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Large-scale solar with 600 MWh of storage now operational in California

Located mostly on Bureau of Land Management land, Desert Quartzite is expected to generate enough electricity to meet the consumption needs of more than 163,000 average California homes.

Brookfield Renewable Partners developed 7 GW of clean energy in 2024

The company said its growth outlook is strong, “especially in the United States.”

Sunrise brief: How much can I expect to save by installing solar?

Also on the rise: Fair Access to Community Solar Act introduced in Washington State. Startup unveils polymer battery electrolytes that eliminate thermal runaway. And more.

How much can I expect to save by installing solar?

The average cost of an 11 kW rooftop solar installation after federal tax credits is $20,552, said marketplace operator EnergySage. What will your utility-provided electricity cost over the next 25 years?

National Grid Renewables breaks ground on 117 MW solar project in Ohio

The Sycamore Creek Solar project will deliver clean energy to the PJM grid when complete.

Fair Access to Community Solar Act introduced in Washington State

A recent study by the University of Washington found expanding community solar access in Washington State could deliver substantial economic benefits, including nearly $2 billion in economic output and thousands of new jobs.

Manufacturing

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Amid uncertainty, Premier Energies halts plans for U.S. solar cell factory

Premier Energies of India put its plans on hold to build a manufacturing facility in the United States as it waits for “the regime in the U.S. to settle down and be clear on what they want to do.”

GE Vernova brings its solar inverter manufacturing home to the U.S.

The utility-scale inverters will be manufactured at GE Vernova’s Pittsburgh facility as part of a $10 million investment.

Washington State solar recycling mandate

With the state’s new recycling policy set to take effect in six months, Washington’s solar industry is grappling with its implications.

Unleashing American Energy order will slow electric vehicle adoption in U.S.

A recent Wood Mackenzie report estimates that enforcement of the new policy could mean a drop of nearly 10% in plug-in EV adoption.

The semiconductor crunch is easing. What’s next for solar?

Crucial to panels, inverters and batteries, semiconductors are the solar industry’s silent workhorses; however, material scarcity and supply chain issues loom.

Solar glass manufacturer incentivized to set up U.S. facility

Canadian Premium Sand received a $75 million tax credit allocation to re-purpose a former glass manufacturing site in the U.S. to produce pattern solar glass.

Markets & Policy

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Rural Energy for America grantee reports federal non-payment for 2024 work

“Consider us the canary in the coal mine,” says a statement from Zero Emissions Northwest.

A 920% tariff on anode materials from China “would throw the economics of U.S. storage out of whack”

Battery installations in the U.S. are threatened by the imposition of anti-dumping, countervailing duties on active anode materials. The supply chain for Active Anode Materials (AAM) is dominated by Chinese producers, with attempts to establish the full supply chain outside of China years away.

Solar-powered, off-grid accessory dwelling unit

Mesocore offers a pre-assembled 18- by 24-foot tiny home with solar and battery storage.

Congress can influence TVA to add renewables, trade groups say

Transmission planning by the federally owned utility TVA can bring more low-cost solar and wind power to customers, and Congress can guide the utility in that direction, says a report from two renewables trade groups.

Sunrise brief: Battery anode AD/CVD case moves forward, threatening to double U.S. battery costs

Also on the rise: Washington State solar recycling mandate..Churches become solar-plus-storage resilience hubs in Louisiana. And more.

In case you missed it: Five 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.

Technology

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Dynamic line ratings: A smart business decision 

Dynamic line ratings allow operators to optimize existing infrastructure by adjusting transmission limits in real-time based on environmental conditions, thereby reducing the need for costly upgrades, minimizing service interruptions and facilitating the integration of clean energy resources.     

Startup unveils polymer battery electrolytes that eliminate thermal runaway

Anthro Energy’s phase-change electrolytes reduce battery fire risk and can double cycle life.

UL Solutions expands testing for heat pumps

UL Solutions says it will expand heat pump testing at its facilities in Texas and Italy to meet rising demand in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industry.

Meteomatics secures $22 million to help businesses navigate extreme weather impacts

Meteomatics will use the funding to help meet the growing demand for insights into hyperlocal extreme weather events.

Building not your average dream home: All things energy

This series describes the process of designing and building a sustainable home, which was all going smoothly until the utility put up a major roadblock by “red zoning” the area.

Trump’s $500 billion AI datacenter project expected to be powered by solar

Solar and batteries constructed by Softbank’s SB Energy are expected to power at least part of the Stargate project, according to a Bloomberg report.

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