Solar’s fastest growth in a decade, fossils fall again, but emissions rise
Electricity generation in the U.S. grew by almost 3%, capping an almost 9% expansion in demand since 2021, while solar has more than doubled in the same window, including 28% growth in 2025.
Interconnection queues cut across new renewable and fossil source timelines
Enverus’ 2026 study suggests jurisdictions are lowering barriers for priority projects.
Five trends defining the U.S. energy storage revolution
The inaugural Energy Storage Market Outlook from SEIA and Benchmark Mineral Intelligence confirms the industry added 57 GWh of capacity in 2025, with annual growth projected to reach 70 GWh this year.
Survey highlights technology shift in utility-scale solar
Bifacial PV modules, string inverters and advanced trackers are becoming the preferred technologies in utility-scale solar project design, according to new data from RatedPower.
Permitting reform could target rooftop solar soft costs
Hardware now accounts for about 20% of U.S. residential system prices, leaving permitting and interconnection as major cost drivers.
Beazley acquires kWh Analytics to scale renewable energy underwriting
The London-based specialty insurer aims to leverage kWh Analytics’ data-driven modeling to capture a larger share of the U.S. solar and storage risk-mitigation market.
California court upholds NEM 3.0, dealing blow to rooftop solar
California appellate court has affirmed the Public Utilities Commission decision to sharply cut compensation for homeowners and businesses that export rooftop solar electricity production to the grid.
Repowering: A smarter path for aging renewable infrastructure
Many GW of aging U.S. solar installations will require electrical upgrades in the coming years, and smart owners will turn to repowering and cable rejuvenation as cost-effective ways to extend the lifespan of aging infrastructure at a fraction of the cost of new builds or full site reconstruction, with the added benefit of preserving existing interconnection rights.
VDE Americas enhances Hail Risk Model to improve survivability of utility-scale solar
CEO Brian Grenko explains how models influence tracker design and storm response strategies.
U.S. clean power adds record 50 GW in 2025, capturing 90% of new grid capacity
The American Clean Power Association reports a record-breaking year for utility-scale solar and storage, though a 27% drop in power purchase agreements flashes a warning light for the 2028-2030 outlook.
