Enphase moves into AI data center power with solid-state transformer
Enphase Energy has detailed the architecture of its IQ Solid-State Transformer (IQ SST), a distributed power conversion system designed to supply regulated 800 VDC power to AI data center infrastructure.
Solar sector raises $11.1 billion in Q1 2026 as debt financing hits decade high
Global corporate funding in the solar sector reached $11.1 billion in the first quarter of 2026, with debt financing at its highest level in more than 10 years, says Mercom Capital Group.
Virginia corporation commission approves Dominion Energy NEM 2.0 that looks very similar to NEM 1.0
The commission’s final order in the year-long case on distributed solar policy preserves a 12-month netting period, increases compensation for annual net excess generation and rejects a Dominion-proposed application fee.
Iowa jail to be powered by 1 MW solar facility
Polk County approved a project that is expected to offset 25% of the jail’s energy consumption and save taxpayers $3 million over its lifespan.
Smart-meter-enabled partnership aims to integrate solar, storage and EV charging to lower grid costs
Sense and ev.energy open windows on ratepayer and utility sides of distributed energy resource management.
Tigo Energy expands Predict+ capabilities to enhance financial forecasting for United States energy producers
Tigo Energy has announced the expansion of its Predict+ platform, introducing advanced modeling features designed to improve the accuracy of financial forecasting and grid integration for utility-scale solar and energy storage operators in the United States.
SOLV Energy expands utility infrastructure platform with acquisition of Roberson Waite Electric
The utility-scale solar and storage developer finalized the acquisition of Roberson Waite Electric, a prominent California-based electrical contractor specializing in high-voltage substation construction and utility infrastructure.
Solar on canals reduces water evaporation by 70% and algae growth by 85%
The 1.6 MW Nexus pilot project in California has demonstrated that solar panels installed over irrigation canals can significantly reduce water evaporation and algae growth by 85%, while also showing operational efficiency.
Illinois Shines celebrates Walldog Solar, one of the program’s 171 approved agrivoltaics projects
As the Illinois Shines program approaches 4 GW of approved capacity, it’s offering a closer look at one special traditional community solar installation with agrivoltaic and pollinator-friendly attributes.
Western grid enters new era as CAISO launches Extended Day-Ahead Market
The May 1 go-live of the Extended Day-Ahead Market (EDAM) marks the first time Western utilities can coordinate large-scale solar and storage resources 24 hours in advance, a move projected to significantly slash curtailment and boost regional reliability.
