California’s transmission delays persist despite surge in projects driven by state policy
PG&E’s most frequent reason for delaying projects is “prioritization,” which added an average of 8.4 years to the project time, an analysis from the nonprofit Union of Concerned Scientists found.
Solar project updates: EDP Renewables, Engie, Exus Renewables and more
Solar project milestones and portfolio finance updates for projects small and large on both sides of the meter across the United States.
California solar curtailment down 12% on back of batteries
For the first five months of 2025, CAISO data showed solar electricity curtailment declined by 12% as a share of generation, falling from 13% to 11.5%, even as solar output grew 18% year over year. During this period, however, curtailment still rose 4.1% in absolute terms, with March showing a 28% increase, matching the prior year’s peak.
Gaining the competitive edge for battery storage in CAISO and ERCOT regions
A new GridBeyond report finds that succeeding in saturated markets requires software-led agility and real-time decision-making.
California irrigation district calls for halt of farmland conversion for solar
The Imperial Irrigation District noted that 13,000 acres of fertile land have been converted for solar, but it noted renewable energy is an important part of the region’s present and future.
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.
DOE bets on fire-resilient batteries in latest $15M storage awards
Non-lithium chemistries stand out as attractive options for fire-resilient batteries.
Solar becomes top source of electricity in California
Over the past 12 months, solar power has become California’s largest source of electricity, a trend likely to continue.
Solar surpasses 10% of U.S. electrical generation for a full month for the first time
In April, solar photovoltaics accounted for 10.64% of all electricity generation, according to the EIA. Combined with wind, the two sources neared 25%, while carbon-free electricity edged above 49%.
How solar PPAs help transit agencies electrify their fleets
As fleets electrify, transit agencies are turning to solar and battery storage under long-term PPAs to control costs and future-proof infrastructure.
