The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (MPUC) approved a first-of-its-kind virtual power plant (VPP) program that will spur between 50 to 200 MW of new capacity, but renewable energy groups are criticizing the program’s approach. MPUC passed Phase 2 of Capacity*Connect from Xcel Energy, a utility-owned storage program, on Thursday. Capacity*Connect will deploy battery energy storage…

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Geronimo Power started commercial operations at its 117-MW Dodson Creek Solar Project in Highland County, Ohio. “Together with our community members and project partners, we’re proud to expand our commitment to Ohio,” said Andy Cukurs, COO for Geronimo Power. “With Dodson Creek, our total Ohio operating portfolio has reached 675 MW — that equates to…

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New York is allocating millions in funding to bolster the clean energy workforce in the state. Clean energy career development programs are receiving an additional $50 million, bringing the initiative’s total funding to $320 million. “Washington Republicans’ assault on renewables won’t stop New York from continuing our nation-leading clean energy progress,” said Gov. Kathy Hochul. “These investments…

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Solar industry partners collaborated recently to donate the solar system for the most recent St. Jude Dream Home in California’s Coachella Valley. The 2026 Coachella Valley St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway house includes a 3.8-kW Tigo EI Inverter donated by Tigo, Tigo TS4-A-O MLPE devices donated by Greentech Renewables and installation provided by GOAT Solar. The 5.72-kW…

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Lawmakers are trying to find solutions to the mounting economic weight of energy costs on utility customers. To address this, the Maine Legislature revised its net energy billing (NEB) program for non-residential participants last year, but in the process, it halted the state’s community solar market. “There’s not a lot the legislature can do to…

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A years-in-the-making solar panel assembly outfit in College Station, Texas, is now officially in operation but with a twist — all solar panels coming off the lines will be used in projects developed by the parent company. US Modules‘ first production line can produce 400 MW of utility-scale solar panels annually. A second line should…

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The New York Power Authority (NYPA) will help develop the 5-MW Hannacroix Solar project in Greene County. The Power Authority support for the project will help ensure it is developed ahead of deadlines associated with the expiration of federal tax credits for solar and wind projects. When operational, Hannacroix Solar will contribute to the Power…

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Burns & McDonnell has started construction on a 260-MW/1,040-MWh battery energy storage system outside Wadley, Georgia, for Georgia Power. The project, approved by the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC), is located beside the existing third-party owned Wadley solar facility and near existing transmission infrastructure. The new Wadley BESS is a company-owned asset that strengthens the…

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Terrasmart, a turnkey solar racking technologies company, has launched Peak Production Package for its proprietary PeakYield solar tracker software. PeakYield is programmed to increase tracker performance, minimize downtime, protect sites from weather events and streamline O&M troubleshooting. PeakYield accounts for uneven surfaces on project sites and cloudy sky conditions with backtracking and position for irradiant…

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Bluetti has unveiled its latest residential battery system, the EnergyPro 13K energy storage system (EP13K ESS). Compatible with both new and existing solar installations, EnergyPro 13K has a continuous output of 13.2 kW (120 V/240 V) and a high surge capacity of 150 LRA, enabling it to run high-demand appliances. Its integrated automatic transfer switch (ATS)…

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Qcells is launching a new division to work with homebuilders integrating clean energy solutions. The Qcells New Homes solar platform offers U.S. home builders a turnkey, vertically integrated package of everything needed to get a residential solar and storage system online. Solar panels will be manufactured at Qcells’ facility in Georgia, and Qcells New Homes…

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Greenskies Clean Focus has completed a solar project on the roof of West Hartford’s Department of Public Works building in Connecticut. Greenskies developed and built the project, which it will own and operate under a 20-year power purchase agreement with the city. The new system replaces a solar array originally installed at the facility in…

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APA Solar, a manufacturer of racking and foundations for ground-mounted solar, has opened a new headquarters, expanding its existing manufacturing campus in Ridgeville Corners, Ohio. The new 30,000 sq ft facility is bringing the company’s business, customer service, engineering and manufacturing personnel into one building. “This headquarters represents more than a new building — it…

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One day last June, as Congress considered rolling back elements of the Inflation Reduction Act, a group of clean energy industry executives visited Capitol Hill to make the case for a “soft landing” of critical tax provisions. While the advocates sought to move with the currents instead of against, their messaging would prove as pragmatic…

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Financial company OneEthos announced it has acquired Bodhi, a solar customer experience platform whose automation and AI tools help solar installers protect and grow their business through referrals and repeat customers. The amount of the transaction was not disclosed. In partnership with affiliate Climate First Bank, OneEthos and Bodhi will provide solar installers with transparent,…

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Enphase Energy plans to start manufacturing its IQ Bidirectional EV Charging Platform at volume in Q4 2026 following a series of successful product demonstrations. IQ connects to the direct current port of an EV, charging the vehicle, while capable of providing home energy backup during grid outages. The bidirectional charger has been tested on U.S.…

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Solar Insure has launched SI-Commercial, a new warranty solution to protect commercial solar projects. The company has also expanded its approved vendor list (AVL) to include more global inverter manufacturers for the commercial market. SI-Commercial is designed for commercial solar systems up to 2 MWDC and delivers long-term protection aligned with the realities of commercial…

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Solar and wind accounted for 93% of new U.S. electricity capacity additions in November 2025, making solar PV the leading new source of electricity for 27 consecutive months, according to a review of FERC data by the SUN DAY Campaign. Of that percentage, solar was 72% of new generating capacity both in November and for…

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Zelestra, a renewable energy company, signed a new long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) with AEP Energy Partners, a subsidiary of American Electric Power for the total electricity produced at the proposed 49.9-MW Gem City Solar project in Dayton, Ohio. “AEP Energy is focused on providing customers with energy supply that delivers long-term price stability and…

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GigaWatt, multi-brand platform serving DIY and prosumer customers through well-known names such as Unbound Solar, GoGreen Solar, AltE Store and Real Goods, is raising funding through StartEngine to accelerate development and certification of Real Goods-branded inverters, batteries, panels and the Real Goods Hub centralized software platform. With federal tax credits phasing down and residential electricity…

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