Sunrise brief: First Solar reports forced labor in supply chain
Also on the rise: Enphase releases solar products optimized for NEM 3.0. Nikola announces recall of battery electric vehicles, pauses sales after fire investigation. And more.
First Solar reports forced labor in supply chain
A third-party examination revealed that employees employed by four subcontractors at manufacturing sites in Malaysia were subject to unethical labor practices.
First Solar explores potential of quantum-dot solar modules
In a joint development effort with UbiQD, thin-film solar manufacturer, First Solar, is exploring the potential use of quantum dots in enhancing solar photovoltaics.
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.
