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USA NEWS Ørsted adds 500 MWh of Tesla BESS to ERCOT grid Ørsted is expanding its presence in the Texas energy market by adding 500 MWh of Tesla battery energy storage to the ERCOT grid. The project highlights the growing role of large-scale battery storage in Texas, where renewable generation, particularly solar and wind, can create periods of excess electricity and grid balancing challenges. The Tesla BESS system is expected to provide flexibility by storing electricity wh

USA News Pittsburgh Neighborhood Organization Taps Local Talent for Rooftop Solar Project The Wilkinsburg Community Development Corporation (WCDC), a nonprofit based near Pittsburgh, has completed a 23.4-kW rooftop solar installation on its headquarters after three years of planning. The project was designed to lower electricity costs, reduce carbon emissions, and demonstrate the benefits of clean energy within the local community. Local solar contractor EIS Solar completed t

USA News Meta signs PPA for 172 MW of Louisiana solar Meta has signed a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) for 172 MW of electricity from a new utility-scale solar project in Louisiana, supporting the company’s growing demand for renewable energy to power its expanding data center operations. The agreement helps finance new clean energy capacity while advancing Meta’s goal of matching its electricity consumption with 100% renewable energy. The project will contribute ad

USA News Emergent Solar Installs Nine On-Farm Solar Projects for Organic Egg Farms Emergent Solar has completed nine solar installations across multiple organic egg farms, helping agricultural businesses reduce electricity costs while improving sustainability. The projects enable farms to generate clean, on-site power for energy-intensive operations such as lighting, climate control, and egg production facilities. By pairing agriculture with renewable energy, the installation

USA News E2: “Big Beautiful Bill” Could Eliminate Nearly 500,000 Clean Energy Jobs A new analysis from E2 warns that recently enacted federal policy changes could jeopardize almost half a million U.S. clean energy jobs and cancel hundreds of billions of dollars in planned investment. The report argues that the rollback of tax incentives and other support measures may slow deployment of solar, wind and battery projects, while also affecting domestic manufacturing expansion. In

USA News Private equity firm acquiring EDF’s North American renewables business Private equity giant KKR has agreed to acquire EDF Power Solutions’ North American renewable energy business, including its operations and assets across the United States and Canada. The transaction covers approximately 5.6 GW of operating renewable assets and a substantial development pipeline spanning solar, wind, battery storage and EV charging infrastructure. The acquisition strengthens KKR’

USA News Vesper Energy Breaks Ground on 201-MW Texas Solar Project Vesper Energy has started construction on the 201-MW Nazareth Solar Project in Swisher County, Texas. Located on approximately 1,000 acres, the project is expected to reach commercial operation by fall 2027 and generate enough electricity to power more than 53,000 homes annually. The development follows the successful closing of $236 million in financing, demonstrating continued investor confidence in utility

USA News Solar Companies Expand Clean Energy Access in Rural NC Community Several solar organizations collaborated to bring clean energy access to a rural North Carolina community through rooftop and community-based solar installations. The project included solar arrays on mobile homes and a 46-kW system on a community hub, helping reduce energy costs for underserved residents. Funding and equipment support came from multiple nonprofit and renewable energy partners, demonst

USA NEWS US Solar Installations Fall to 7.8 GW in Q1 2026 The United States installed 7.8 GW of solar capacity during the first quarter of 2026, representing a significant decline from the same period in 2025. Despite the slowdown, solar remained the largest source of new electricity generation capacity, accounting for around 60% of all additions. Industry experts attribute the decline to project delays, policy uncertainty, permitting challenges, and interconnection bottlenec

USA News Virginia Governor Announces MSolar Manufacturing in Shenandoah Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger announced that MSolar Manufacturing will invest $23.775 million into a 56,000-sq-ft warehouse in Mount Jackson, Virginia. The company plans to produce HJT solar panels, solar glass, and cells, targeting over half a million panels annually — estimated at sub-250 MW capacity. The facility is projected to create 150 local jobs. However, MSolar has limited industry exper

USA News New York Prioritizes Solar in 2027 State Budget New York’s finalized 2027 state budget places a strong emphasis on expanding solar energy and modernizing the electric grid. The budget allocates $200 million to NYSERDA’s NY-Sun program, supporting rooftop and community solar projects across the state. It also includes investments aimed at improving grid infrastructure and streamlining utility interconnection processes, helping renewable projects connect to the grid mo

USA News 75-MW Jumper Creek Solar Site Now Online in Florida 74.9-MW Jumper Creek Solar Complex in Sumter County, Florida, is now operational within Duke Energy Florida territory. The project is expected to generate enough electricity to help reduce long-term fuel costs and save customers an estimated $250 million over the project’s lifetime. According to Duke Energy Florida President Melissa Seixas, the solar facility supports the utility’s strategy to reduce reliance on vol

USA NEWS New Mexico partners unveil community solar portfolio Three renewable energy firms — Pluma Construction, ForeFront Power and Standard Solar — have launched a 48.4-MW community solar portfolio across New Mexico. The eight-project portfolio is among the first major developments under the state’s new community solar program and is expected to expand access to affordable clean energy for thousands of residents. Standard Solar will own and operate the projects long-term, w

USA News MN8 Energy secures USD 87.5 million equipment loan MN8 Energy has secured an USD 87.5 million equipment loan facility to support the expansion of its U.S. solar and storage pipeline. The financing will help the company procure critical equipment for upcoming renewable energy projects across the country. The deal reflects continued investor confidence in large-scale clean energy infrastructure despite market uncertainty and supply chain challenges. MN8 Energy continu

USA News First Solar panels to power 118 MW projects Renewable Properties has secured 118 MW of domestically manufactured modules from First Solar to support a portfolio of small-scale utility solar projects across 17 U.S. states. A significant share of capacity will be deployed in California, with additional projects in New York, Illinois, and Minnesota. The initiative highlights the growing importance of U.S.-made solar equipment amid policy and supply chain shifts. By lo

USA News Pisgah Energy – North Carolina Airport Solar Project Pisgah Energy has completed a multi-building solar installation at a North Carolina airport, deploying systems across six facilities. The project highlights the growing adoption of distributed solar in aviation infrastructure, where large rooftop areas provide strong generation potential. By integrating solar into multiple buildings, the installation improves energy efficiency and reduces operational emissions for

USA News Community solar reaches 10 GW in the U.S. The U.S. community solar sector has achieved a major milestone, surpassing 10 GW of installed capacity by late 2025. This growth highlights the increasing role of shared solar projects that allow households and businesses to access clean energy without installing rooftop systems. Despite this achievement, annual installations slowed in 2025 due to challenges in mature markets like New York and Maine. However, the pipeline r

USA News Construction begins on 102-MW Murch Solar project in Michigan Construction has begun on the 102-MW Murch Solar project in Van Buren County, Michigan, led by Greensol, the U.S. EPC arm of Greening. The project is being developed for Heelstone Renewable Energy and represents a key step in expanding utility-scale solar capacity in the region. It highlights Greening’s growing footprint in the U.S. EPC market and its ability to deliver large-scale renewable infrastructur

USA Solar News Dimension Energy secures $650M for 132 MW community solar Dimension Energy has secured a $650 million financing package to support a 132 MW community solar portfolio across Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, and Illinois. The deal includes $415 million in debt from major banks and $235 million in tax equity from Franklin Park, marking the company’s largest financing to date. The portfolio comprises 25 projects designed to deliver clean energy access without o

USA News Arevon Launches 250 MW Energy Storage Project in California Arevon Energy has begun construction of its 250 MW / 1,000 MWh Cormorant battery energy storage project in California, marking a significant step in grid reliability expansion. The $600 million project, located in Daly City, is expected to be operational by 2027 and will power around 321,000 homes for up to four hours. The system will use lithium iron phosphate battery technology and has secured a long-term