North America

US Solar Imports Surge Ahead of Tariff Deadline
U.S. solar panel imports skyrocket to 17.4 GW, spurred by a tariff rush and Southeast Asia’s booming shipments—marking a dramatic rise in green energy supply!
Aug 22, 2024 // Tariffs, USA, solar panel, North America, biden
Solar Powers 97% of New U.S. Energy Capacity
June 2024 marks a milestone: solar energy dominates U.S. power growth, capturing 97% of new capacity and propelling renewables to a bright future!
Aug 22, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, USA, North America
TMEIC to Build 9-GW Solar Inverter Plant in Texas
TMEIC is powering up Texas! Relocating HQ to Houston and launching a 9 GW PV inverter factory—renewable energy just got a major boost!
Aug 21, 2024 // Manufacturing News, Inverters, USA, North America, PV Power Plant, TMEIC
US Power Generation Soars Amid AI, Solar Boom
Power capacity surges 20.2 GW in 2024! Demand from AI and data centers fuels solar growth, signaling a historic shift towards greener energy solutions.
Aug 20, 2024 // Technology, USA, North America
DESRI Launches 130-MW Solar Project in New Mexico
DESRI breaks ground on the Carne solar-plus-storage park in New Mexico, set to power 37,600 homes annually with a cutting-edge 130-MW solar and 260 MWh battery system!
Aug 20, 2024 // Plants, USA, North America, New Mexico, DESRI, Solar Project
Torus Community: Revolutionizing Microgrid Management for Grid Stability
Transform your building into a powerhouse with Torus Community. Real-time insights, sustainability support, and grid stability all in one software.
Aug 19, 2024 // Grids, Software, USA, North America, Torus
Enbridge's Cowboy Solar Project Approved in Wyoming
Enbridge's Cowboy Solar project in Wyoming approved for construction, set to be one of the largest solar farms in the state. $1.2 billion investment for clean energy future.
Aug 19, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, USA, North America, PV Power Plant, Wyoming, Enbridge
Natron Energy's North Carolina Gigafactory Revolutionizes Battery Industry
Natron Energy Inc. to build first US sodium-ion battery gigafactory in North Carolina, creating over 1,000 jobs and revolutionizing energy storage.
Aug 16, 2024 // Storage, USA, North America, Natron Energy Inc
Ormat Secures 120 MW Storage Agreements in Texas
Ormat Technologies secures fixed revenues for 7 years with tolling agreements for 120 MW/240 MWh energy storage in Texas, expanding their ERCOT market presence.
Aug 16, 2024 // Storage, USA, North America, Ormat
Meta Partners with RWE for Solar Power in US
Meta Platforms Inc partners with RWE AG to power its operations with green electricity from solar parks in the US, supporting its commitment to renewable energy.
Aug 14, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, USA, North America, PV Power Plant, Meta Platforms Inc
SEG Solar Launches 2-GW N-Type Factory in Texas
SEG Solar's cutting-edge 2-GW N-type solar panel factory in Houston is now operational, producing high-efficiency modules and paving the way for global innovation.
Aug 12, 2024 // Manufacturing News, USA, Texas, North America, SEG Solar
US Community Solar Market to Reach 7.3 GW by 2029
Wood Mackenzie predicts 7.3 GW DC of community solar by 2029, with potential for growth in new state markets despite a projected contraction after 2026.
Aug 12, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, USA, North America
Summit Ridge Energy Sells $40m Virginia Solar Tax Credits
Summit Ridge Energy sells $40 million in tax credits for community solar projects, expanding renewable energy in Virginia and benefiting underserved communities.
Aug 12, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, USA, Virginia, North America, summit ridge energy
Alternus, Hover Energy Form Microgrid JV for USA, Europe
US solar company Alternus Clean Energy Inc and Hover Energy team up for microgrid projects, targeting data centers and industrial clients in the US and Europe.
Aug 9, 2024 // Plants, USA, North America, Alternus, Hover Energy
AES Indiana's $1.1bn Coal Exit, Green Megawatts Plan
AES Indiana is leading the charge in energy transition with a $1.1 billion investment in Pike County, Indiana. From coal to gas, solar to storage, they're paving the way for a cleaner, greener future.
Aug 9, 2024 // Plants, Markets & Finance News, USA, North America, Indiana, AES Indiana