With Build Back Better in the freezer, solar may struggle to heat up this year
Brandon Conard, managing partner at SolRiver Capital, offered pv magazine some thoughts on the halting of Build Back Better, and what may be ahead for the solar industry.
New Yorkers fund 4 GW of solar for less than a cup of coffee per month
The New York’s Governor’s Office has submitted its financial proposal for 4 GW of distributed solar capacity by the year 2030, at an expected cost of $0.00082/kW.
Safety a top focus for major solar inverter provider
SolarEdge met with pv magazine to discuss the safety features of its products, as well as codes, standards, and workforce training.
Silicon Ranch raises $775 million in equity capital
The Shell-backed U.S. utility-scale solar developer raised funds from new and existing investors.
Modern Energy invests $30 million in launch of Texas PV developer
Industrial Sun is expected to begin its launch and multi-year deployment following the investment. The company focuses on developing large-scale solar projects for high-energy commercial and industrial customers.
Palmetto maps roughly 75% of U.S. rooftops
The company’s Mapdwell division has captured the photovoltaic potential of 107 million rooftops.
PosiGen closes $100 million preferred equity financing
Magnetar Capital was the lead investor and will name two new members to PosiGen’s board of directors.
iSun wins $29 million solar canopy order for EV charging stations
The company is planned to deliver 1,780 off-grid solar canopies, its largest order yet.
Sunrise brief: Build Back Better Act is in urgent need of a new sales pitch
Also on the rise: GAF Energy jumps into Tesla’s market with solar roofing tiles. Residential solar and battery storage soared in 2021. Wallbox EV charger works in both directions. Ibredola files appeal with New Mexico supreme court. The 9,604 MW of new utility-scale solar reported by FERC for the first ten months of 2021 is the most ever added in the U.S. in a 10-month period.
Acquisition sought for four Texas solar projects with 690 MW combined capacity
Four projects in varying stages of development by Innovative Solar Solutions are available for immediate acquisition.
