One of the largest U.S. solar projects secures $779 million financing
The 800 MWdc Illinois-located project, second largest in the nation, is developed by Swift Current Energy.
First Solar announces fifth U.S. manufacturing facility
The $1.1 billion factory is expected to add 3.5 GW of annual production capacity.
Utility-scale solar and storage project updates across the U.S.
pv magazine USA provides a roundup of five utility-scale solar updates from Massachusetts to South Dakota.
Sunrise brief: Bifacial perovskites show 93% backside efficiency
Also on the rise: First Solar inks 5 GW supply deal with Energix. EPA announces two grant opportunities for clean tech projects. And more.
First Solar inks 5 GW supply deal with Energix
The thin film solar module provider is now booking orders to 2030.
Florida municipal solar project expands to 600 MW
Over 1.8 million solar panels will be installed in the project, which has completed its first 150 MW phase.
RFP alert: Arizona Public Service seeks at least 700 MW of renewable resources
The RFP is open to all technologies, including supply side and non-supply side resources. Proposed projects must be in service beginning in 2026 through 2028.
Sunrise brief: Massachusetts has 52 GW of “top rated” solar potential
Also on the rise: Using existing fences as near-zero-cost racking solution for PV deployment. A solar-powered tool shed. And more.
First Solar to support 12 GW growth trajectory with $1 billion revolving credit
On June 30, the Arizona-based producer of U.S.-made solar panels arranged a new $1 billion credit facility that includes a sub-limit of $250 million of available letters of credit from eleven financial institutions.
Sunrise brief: California’s electricity duck curve is deepening
Also on the rise: First Solar secures 1 GW module order. DOE advances $1 billion of $7 billion clean hydrogen strategy. And more.
