U.S. sees a 22% drop in land available for solar sites
Available land in the U.S. for renewable energy sites is continuing to shrink, found a new report by Paces, a renewable-energy project-planning software developer.
Sunrise brief: Bill introduced to halt IRS implementation of 45X tax credits
Also on the rise: Silfab secures $100 million to manufacture solar cells in U.S. Enphase releases portable power station. And more.
Michigan townships challenge state’s solar control
A lawsuit alleges that Michigan’s takeover of zoning authority for large-scale solar and wind projects violates the state’s rulemaking process.
Shuttered coal plants to provide solar energy, recreation and wildlife protection
Groups in Michigan partner with utility to reclaim wetlands in 85 MW solar plan.
Equity-centered regulation is vital to a clean energy future for all
True energy equity requires that everyone have the opportunity, knowledge, and access to participate fully in the regulatory process.
Michigan utility settlement revises resource plan to add 3.8 GW of renewables
DTE Energy’s Integrated Resource Plan will be more climate-friendly following political action from Vote Solar, Union of Concerned Scientists and the Ecology Center.
Sunrise brief: Biden hails clean energy investments at new Enphase manufacturing site
Also on the rise: Michigan energy storage bills can serve as a model for the nation. DOE announces $45 million for pilot manufacturing of solar components. And more.
Energy storage production not keeping pace with global demand
A survey by Jabil and SIS International Research found that 88% of respondents are struggling to scale up production of energy storage systems to keep pace with heightened demand in the energy transition.
BorgWarner announces two U.S. battery and EV charging factory expansions
The company invested $42 million in a 3 GWh South Carolina expansion and $20 million in a Michigan plant upgrade.
Sunrise brief: Trina Solar unveils TOPCon solar panel series for rooftop PV
Also on the rise: RVs take shade under PV carport. Michigan-based Our Next Energy announces LFP utility-scale battery. And more.
