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Also on the rise: U.S. solar electricity generation to surpass hydropower in 2024. China expected to dominate solar manufacturing through 2026. And more.
U.S. solar electricity generation to surpass hydropower in 2024
The Energy Information Administration forecasts solar will generate 14% more electricity than hydropower in 2024.
Bluetti introduces new modular residential battery system
Bluetti, a U.S. solar and storage specialist, has developed a modular 7,600 W lithium iron phosphate battery system for residential settings, with 9.9 kWh to 19.8 kWh of flexible energy storage capacity.
California greenhouse to integrate clear-glass photovoltaics
ClearVue clear solar glass will be installed on System USA’s greenhouse, adding 82 kW of power.
U.S., China dominate solar investment
China and the United States consistently attract the most annual solar investments. Together, they have received about 50% of all solar investments since 2015, according to a new report by the International Solar Alliance.
U.S. has enough clean energy to power 65 million homes
Solar accounts for most of the new clean power being brought online, said a quarterly market update from American Clean Power.
California is curtailing more solar power than ever before
Curtailment, or deliberately reducing output, rises as solar generation exceeds available transmission capacity.
Nextracker announces split from majority holder, raises 2024 earnings outlook
Majority holder Flex plans to spin off its remaining interests in Nextracker. Plus, the company raised its earnings guidance for 2024.
Canadian Solar to open 5 GW solar cell factory in Indiana
The company will invest $800 million to open the manufacturing plant.
Hoymiles introduces quad-module three-phase solar microinverter
The company announced the North American launch of its inverter, which is designed for commercial and industrial installations.
