Avangrid says construction has commenced at its 57 MW Camino Solar Project in Kern County, Calif. “It is always exciting to see another important renewable energy project break ground,” says Pedro Azagra, Avangrid CEO. “With this major milestone, we are one step closer to delivering clean solar energy in California to go along with our […]

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RWE Clean Energy has established a strategic relationship with WhiteRock Renewables, with the aim of accelerating the company’s expansion of its onshore U.S. pipeline. WhiteRock is expected to originate and develop up to 5 GW of onshore wind, solar and BESS projects, with RWE having the option to acquire such projects as they reach maturity. […]

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Excelsior Energy Capital has entered a multiyear agreement to acquire 2 GW of PV modules from Heliene, with the two companies expected to work closely as part of the agreement.   The modules supplied under the agreement are slated to primarily be produced at a Heliene factory in Mountain Iron, Minn., and at a new factory […]

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After testing at CFV Labs and the Renewable Energy Test Center, Origami Solar has released data it says demonstrates that modules incorporating the company’s steel module frames passed frame-related industry-standard tests required to support module maker certifications.  Certifications included those of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), specifically IEC 61215 static mechanical load testing and IEC […]

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ComEd is planning an expansion of its 345 kV Elmhurst, Ill., transmission substation, with construction currently under way and an expected completion date by the end of next year. “ComEd is proud to maintain and grow the most reliable grid in the country, which requires proactive planning to meet the future power needs of our […]

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Yamaha Motor Corporation plans to install solar arrays at the company’s Southeastern Headquarters in Kennesaw, Ga. and Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America (YMMC) in Newnan, Ga. this summer. The initiative supports Yamaha’s goal to reduce emissions produced as a direct result of business activities and achieve carbon neutrality within its manufacturing operations and facilities […]

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Quickscrews International/QuickBOLT has appointed Rick Gentry as its vice president of product development, tasked with leading the strategic development of products tailored to the needs of woodworkers and solar installers. With over 30 years of dedicated service to the company, including his previous role as VP of sales, Gentry brings a wealth of experience and […]

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DWS has reached an agreement with X-ELIO to acquire three Spain PV plants, located in the municipality of Medina de las Torres, Badajoz, allowing German retail and institutional investors to invest directly into the infrastructure projects.  The projects, with a total of 147 MW in capacity, began operations last year. X-ELIO plans to remain in […]

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Lydian Energy has announced its launch as an independent power producer specializing in the development, construction and operation of utility-scale North America solar and BESS projects. Backed by Excelsior Energy Capital, the company owns nine projects representing 1.75 GW of solar and battery storage capacity in Texas and New Mexico. “We are excited to announce […]

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In a move aimed at accelerating New York community solar adoption, Solar Simplified is acquiring state-eligible low and moderate income (LMI) subscribers at no additional cost to its partners, who are primarily independent power producers (IPPs) and community solar asset owners.  The initiative is aimed at bolstering the new Community Adder and Inclusive Community Solar […]

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The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) is allocating $19 million to install solar panels over irrigation canals in California, Oregon and Utah, with the aim of both decreasing water supply evaporation and advancing clean energy goals.   “Through President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, we have historic new resources to invest in innovative solutions that […]

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Duke Energy is implementing PowerPair, a one-time, incentive-based pilot program for installing home solar generation with BESS in its Carolinas and Progress service areas in North Carolina.  The program is designed to help make home solar plus battery systems more affordable for customers by offering up to $9,000 in incentives. Total incentive is based on […]

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