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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

USA News Idemitsu Solar + Storage Project Targets California Peak Demand Idemitsu Renewables has brought online a solar-plus-storage project in California designed to address peak electricity demand challenges. The project combines 60 MW of solar generation with a 152 MWh battery system, enabling excess daytime energy to be stored and dispatched during evening peak hours. This hybrid approach enhances grid reliability and helps mitigate California’s “duck curve” issue by sh

USA News Michigan airport completes 1st phase of solar carport project MBS International Airport in Freeland, Michigan, has completed the first phase of a solar carport installation designed to provide clean energy and covered parking for travelers. The 342-kW solar canopy system, developed by energy solutions provider Veregy, spans nearly 200 parking spaces and became operational in February 2026. The project includes lighting features, bird deterrents, and future electric

USA News Solar and storage are central to Trump's energy priorities The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) emphasized that solar power and battery storage will play a key role in achieving U.S. energy security and affordability goals under the administration of Donald Trump. The industry group argues that deploying low-cost solar and storage can help meet rapidly rising electricity demand, strengthen grid reliability, and support domestic energy dominance. SEIA high

USA News Gibraltar is selling Terrasmart’s eBOS branch to GameChange Solar Gibraltar Industries is selling Terrasmart’s electrical balance-of-systems (eBOS) division to a subsidiary of GameChange Energy Technologies for $70 million as part of a broader plan to divest its renewables businesses and reduce debt. The eBOS unit, known for prefabricated electrical infrastructure solutions for utility-scale solar, will augment GameChange’s module-to-grid offerings and support solar

USA News Capped Rhode Island landfill adds 5.74 MW of solar powe r The Coventry Landfill in Rhode Island has been transformed from underutilized waste land into a productive clean-energy site with a 5.74 MW solar installation completed by Ameresco and Luminace. The project demonstrates how capped landfills can be repurposed for renewable energy generation, avoiding new land disturbances while providing financial benefits to local communities. The solar array will generate l

USA News American Securities’ SOLV Energy Prices IPO at $25 SOLV Energy, a major U.S. solar and battery storage infrastructure builder backed by American Securities, priced its initial public offering at $25 per share at the high end of expectations. The offering raised roughly $513 million, signalling solid investor interest in renewable energy infrastructure despite broader market volatility. SOLV has built over 20 GW of solar capacity through more than 500 projects and pro

USA News Sunny Skies Ahead for U.S. Solar in 2026 The U.S. solar market is positioned for continued growth in 2026 despite recent policy uncertainty, according to pv magazine USA . Solar remains the cheapest form of electricity, with prices for modules down more than 80 % over the past decade, and domestic supply chains now increasingly onshored. Safe harbor provisions are helping developers secure tax credits by starting projects early, bolstering the pipeline. Large-scale s