Utility-scale solar developers went bigger and bolder in 2022
In 2022, as supply chain challenges persisted, utility solar projects in development grew in size and energy storage is connected to half of them.
Sunrise brief: World to deploy as much renewable energy in the next five years as the last 20
Also on the rise: Nevada’s largest utility to deploy 440 MWh battery energy storage system. Stellantis signs second largest corporate PPA on record for 400 MW of solar. And more.
Nevada’s largest utility to deploy 440 MWh battery energy storage system
Construction of the Energy Vault BESS will begin Q2 2023 and expected to be operational by the end of year.
Altus Power increases portfolio by 100 MW, increasing revenue 51%
The commercial and industrial PV developer grew its portfolio over the last quarter by acquiring a 100 MW portfolio of assets in 5 states.
American Battery Factory and Anovion form alliance for supply of synthetic graphite
ABF and Anovion were recent recipients of federal grant funding from the Department of Energy, which awarded $2.8 billion to advanced materials companies that have begun to source battery material components from new and recycled materials using lithium, graphite and other materials sourced in North America.
Stackable home battery ranges 9.6 kWh to 38.4 kWh
The Lithion HomeGrid Stack’d Series LFP battery has an adjustable form factor that is now UL certified to be shipped across North America.
Sunrise brief: Gemini solar and storage project closes $1.9 billion in financing, commercial operations set for 2023
Also on the rise: Yotta Energy secures $16.5 million in funding, lands Air Force base microgrid deal. California solar bill would extend access, savings to renters and low-income families. Standard Solar and Acadia Energy partner on solar project that repurposes industrial land. Utility scale solar inverters need improved commissioning and upkeep. Fire crews in Chandler, Arizona sent robots into a building at the Salt River Project where a 10 MW battery was smoldering.
Gemini Solar and Storage project closes $1.9 billion in financing
One of the largest solar projects ever proposed in the US is inching closer towards the start of construction, with completion and operations set to occur some time in 2023.
Sunrise brief: Fossil funded misinformation campaigns signal solar success
Also on the rise: The Rocky Mountain Institute released a report outlining how its vision of “community solar+” can spread the benefits of solar throughout our communities. Qcells holds onto its number one spot in US market, rebrands, and recommits. NV Energy is accepting proposals for solar projects, as well as energy storage, wind, and other forms of renewables. First Solar closes 4GW module supply agreement with Silicon Ranch. Duke Energy’s Stony Knoll 22.6MW solar power plant now operational in North Carolina.
RFP Alert: NV Energy contracts for renewable energy projects larger than 20MW
The Nevada utility is accepting proposals for solar projects, as well as energy storage, wind, and other forms of renewables.
