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AI datacenters rewrite the solar PPA playbook

Power purchase agreements (PPAs) are evolving into complex risk-sharing structures as hyperscale data center operators trade fixed pricing for physical delivery and grid-bypass certainty. The US solar industry is entering 2026 as the foundational technology for a new era of power demand, even as the sector navigates a volatile federal policy landscape.
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Community solar matures as grid congestion pushes a pivot to storage

Industry experts suggest the next era of distributed generation will be defined by hybrid projects, consolidated billing, and federal tax credit bonuses.
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Lessons from the solar frontier

Utility-scale solar projects are larger, interconnections are slower, and engineering decisions must anticipate regulation and supply chains years in advance. At the CT Solar Platform in Snyder, Texas – a 1.6 GW AC single-site development – the first...
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Beyond resilience: Unlocking the revenue of battery storage

The shift from backup power to dynamic revenue generation is transforming energy storage into a core pillar of modern solar project economics.
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Graphene could improve durability of perovskite solar cells

Nearly 20 years after the first perovskite solar cell was developed, its efficiency and durability are drawing interest from industries worldwide. The defense sector is among the most active, as rising geopolitical tensions drive record government spendi...
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Commercial rooftop solar leases offer new revenue for real estate owners

A third-party ownership model converts underutilized commercial roof space into long-term net operating income with zero upfront capital investment, said Solect Energy.
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Virginia becomes second U.S. state to advance plug-in solar legislation to the governor’s desk

The Virginia General Assembly has passed companion bills HB 395 and SB 250, creating a streamlined pathway for so-called "balcony solar" devices up to 1,200 W, but significant questions remain around how the law will be implemented.
Technology

Mantis Space exits stealth with $10 million for orbital power delivery

Mantis Space closed a $10 million seed round to develop laser-based solar power transmission for satellites operating in the shadow of the Earth.

Press Releases

Cooperative Energy Futures Secures Strategic Financing for Minnesota Community Solar Portfolio

The financing will advance CEF's mission to empower working families and small businesses to access affordable clean energy and benefit directly from the energy transition.

Deye Unveils GE-F Series and Integrated Smart Energy Solutions at CES 2026

Deye, a global leader in smart energy and energy storage technologies, successfully presented its full range of residential, commercial and industrial (C&I) energy solutions at CES 2026, held in Las Vegas from January 6 to 9, 2026. The exhibition highlighted Deye’s continued commitment to advancing clean, reliable and intelligent energy systems for global markets.

Avangrid Completes Installation of American-Made Panels at Oregon Solar Farm

166-Megawatt DC (120 MWac) Tower Solar project, consisting of more than 250,000 SEG Solar panels, expected to reach commercial operation later this year

Ribbon Cutting: Belfast Nonprofit Goes Solar, Projecting $200K+ in Community Savings

The 18. 92-kilowatt system, installed by local contractor SunDog Solar in partnership with national nonprofit Everybody Solar, will produce 110% of the ReStore's annual electricity needs.

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Wood Mackenzie continues practice of funding solar and energy storage for Puerto Rico women’s shelter

Since 2022 the Let's Share the Sun Foundation and Wood Mackenzie have provided renewable energy solutions to help advance health, women’s safety and education for children.

PowerBank secures funding, clears environmental hurdles for its 7 MW New York community solar project

The Jordan Rd 1 project, which will operate as a community solar facility following construction, has already secured nearly $2 million in funding from the NY-Sun program and is expected to earn another nearly $1.6 million for serving income-qualified subscribers.

Repowering: A smarter path for aging renewable infrastructure

Many GW of aging U.S. solar installations will require electrical upgrades in the coming years, and smart owners will turn to repowering and cable rejuvenation as cost-effective ways to extend the lifespan of aging infrastructure at a fraction of the cost of new builds or full site reconstruction, with the added benefit of preserving existing interconnection rights.

U.S. clean power adds record 50 GW in 2025, capturing 90% of new grid capacity

The American Clean Power Association reports a record-breaking year for utility-scale solar and storage, though a 27% drop in power purchase agreements flashes a warning light for the 2028-2030 outlook.

RWE Americas touts 2 GW of clean energy projects commissioned in 2025

The company said its efforts have resulted in 3,500 jobs and more than $500 million in local tax revenue and other benefits to communities.

GameChange Energy expands U.S. manufacturing footprint with acquisition of Terrasmart eBOS division

GameChange CEO Phillip Vynahek says the acquisition will allow his teams to integrate eBOS in a way that simplifies installation and improves overall build efficiency for EPCs.

Manufacturing

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Swift Solar acquires Meyer Burger assets to scale U.S. HJT and perovskite production

Solar manufacturer Swift Solar has acquired the heterojunction technology (HJT) intellectual property and manufacturing assets of Meyer Burger to establish domestic cell production.

Create Energy announces $78 million expansion, plans to create 1,003 new jobs

The manufacturer will invest $78 million to establish a global hub for solar and storage products in Middle Tennessee, expanding its manufacturing footprint to nearly half a million square feet.

Assets of XALT Michigan battery manufacturing facility to be auctioned

The auction, which features machinery and equipment from the state-of-the-art battery pouch cell production plant, will take place in late March and early April in a live virtual webcast from BidItUp Auctions Worldwide

U.S. solar industry adds 43 GW in 2025, leading capacity additions for fifth consecutive year

The latest Solar Market Insight report from SEIA and Wood Mackenzie reveals that solar and energy storage accounted for 79% of all new U.S. electrical capacity in 2025 even as installation volumes fell late in the year, while domestic manufacturing reached major milestones despite uncertain federal policy.

First attempt to build solar modules using polycarbonate encapsulant

Canadian researchers proposed a laminate-free solar module using polycarbonate instead of EVA and glass. The new encapsulation technique reportedly enables easy disassembly, reuse of solar cells, and open-source local manufacturing.

Multi-agency investigation halts Silfab Solar factory following chemical incidents

South Carolina officials and the EPA launched a joint investigation into York County solar manufacturing facility following back-to-back releases of potassium hydroxide and hydrofluoric acid.

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Solar’s fastest growth in a decade, fossils fall again, but emissions rise

Electricity generation in the U.S. grew by almost 3%, capping an almost 9% expansion in demand since 2021, while solar has more than doubled in the same window, including 28% growth in 2025.

Five trends defining the U.S. energy storage revolution

The inaugural Energy Storage Market Outlook from SEIA and Benchmark Mineral Intelligence confirms the industry added 57 GWh of capacity in 2025, with annual growth projected to reach 70 GWh this year.

Creekstone Energy secures 13,000-acre lease for 1 GW solar project in Utah

The company executed a land lease on state trust lands to support a data center campus.

Permitting reform could target rooftop solar soft costs

Hardware now accounts for about 20% of U.S. residential system prices, leaving permitting and interconnection as major cost drivers.

Beazley acquires kWh Analytics to scale renewable energy underwriting

The London-based specialty insurer aims to leverage kWh Analytics’ data-driven modeling to capture a larger share of the U.S. solar and storage risk-mitigation market.

California court upholds NEM 3.0, dealing blow to rooftop solar

California appellate court has affirmed the Public Utilities Commission decision to sharply cut compensation for homeowners and businesses that export rooftop solar electricity production to the grid.

Technology

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Interconnection queues cut across new renewable and fossil source timelines

Enverus’ 2026 study suggests jurisdictions are lowering barriers for priority projects.

Survey highlights technology shift in utility-scale solar

Bifacial PV modules, string inverters and advanced trackers are becoming the preferred technologies in utility-scale solar project design, according to new data from RatedPower.

Base Power announces 100 MW residential storage program with CoServ in Texas

The program, which is the largest of Base Power’s five utility collaborations, will deliver battery backup to an estimated 5,000 CoServ customers.

Jigar Shah sees virtual power plants as the fastest way for states to stabilize electric bills

States can control the retail cost of electricity by promoting virtual power plants, consisting of distributed batteries and other resources, which can be deployed “within months,” said industry veteran Jigar Shah and a co-author in a report.

Guidelines to assess three-terminal, four-terminal tandem solar cell performance

Researchers in the U.S. have developed a set of guidelines and protocols to assess the performance of three-terminal (3-T) and four-terminal (4-T) tandem solar cells, including those with subcells made of III–V, CdTe, perovskites or silicon materials.

Washington’s HB 2296 could improve home solar economics, but advocates say recent amendments are cause for concern

The bill, which is being considered in Senate committees after passing the state House, requires utilities to allow meter-mounted devices to connect between retail electric customer meters and meter sockets. These devices reduce complexity and installation time, ultimately saving homeowners money.

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