A Georgia-based fire safety company has introduced a unique fire suppression system for lithium battery setups. ELSA from Carver Fire is the first fire suppression system that uses dry ice (solid CO₂) to deliver fast, clean, and effective cooling — designed specifically to contain and control lithium battery fires. Carver Fire says that ELSA is currently… The post Dry ice can be used to suppress lithium battery fires appeared first on Solar Power World.

The U.S. Senate unveiled its updates to the reconciliation bill late Friday night, and in many aspects it was worse for the solar industry than before. The Senate should begin voting on the bill today, and then everyone can better understand the damage. “This reconciliation bill proposal isn’t just misguided — it’s a direct attack… The post Senate to vote soon on reconciliation bill that guts solar industry appeared first on Solar Power World.

After filing similar bankruptcy documents in Europe earlier this month, Meyer Burger has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States. The company estimates its assets between $100 million and $500 million, and its liabilities between $500 million and $1 billion. Meyer Burger lists its largest creditor with unsecured claims as U.S. Customs… The post Meyer Burger starts bankruptcy process in the United States appeared first on Solar Power World.

The Ohio Power Siting Board approved the 120-MW Frasier Solar project sited in Knox County, Ohio, on Thursday. “Today’s approval of the Frasier Solar project is a transformative moment for Knox County and for Ohio’s clean energy future. The Ohio Power Siting Board’s decision comes at a time of increasing demand on the grid and… The post 120-MW agrivoltaic solar project in Ohio approved for construction appeared first on Solar Power World.

Namaste Solar has completed a 333.54-kW rooftop project for Boulder Mod, a modular home factory in Boulder, Colorado. The factory, a partnership between the City of Boulder, Boulder Valley School District and Flatirons Habitat for Humanity, produces energy-efficient, all-electric modular homes that are permanently affordable for low- to middle-income households. By powering the all-electric Boulder… The post Namaste Solar completes rooftop project for City of Boulder appeared first on Solar Power World.

The 11th Midwest Solar Expo recently wrapped up in Chicago, bringing together over 800 solar and clean energy professionals, showcasing innovative products and services by 57 exhibiting companies, providing 37 insightful educational sessions and delivering countless networking opportunities. With the event now under Intersolar & Energy Storage North America leadership, the conference will be rebranded… The post Midwest Solar Expo rebranded to IESNA Midwest appeared first on Solar Power World.

Renewable energy sources generated nearly one-third of total U.S. electrical generation in April, with solar providing over 10% of total national output, according to a review of U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) data by the SUN DAY Campaign. EIA’s latest monthly “Electric Power Monthly” report (with data through April 30, 2025), confirms that solar continues… The post US renewables are producing nearly as much electricity as natural gas appeared first on Solar Power World.

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) has officially approved two new American National Standards developed by the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) on consumer protection and operations and maintenance for solar and storage projects. These newly approved standards, ANSI/SEIA 401 and ANSI/SEIA 301, were developed through a rigorous process involving stakeholders from across the solar… The post 2 newly-approved SEIA standards seek stronger solar sales, maintenance practices appeared first on Solar Power World.

A minority investor in REC Silicon has filed a petition in U.S. courts for information related to Hanwha Group’s involvement in REC Silicon’s operations. The petition claims that Hanwha Group, currently REC Silicon’s largest shareholder, purposely tanked REC Silicon’s polysilicon manufacturing efforts in Moses Lake, Washington, in order to seize complete ownership of the company.… The post Minority shareholders continue pushback on Hanwha’s takeover bid on REC Silicon appeared first on Solar Power World.

Arevon Energy has started commercial operations at its Peregrine Energy Storage Project in San Diego, California. The 200-MW/400-MWh battery storage project is located in the Barrio Logan community. The $300 million Peregrine Energy Storage Project was developed and is owned and operated by Arevon. Peregrine Energy Storage employed more than 90 full-time equivalent personnel at… The post Arevon completes 400-MWh battery project on San Diego coast appeared first on Solar Power World.

Trinasolar has donated 300 solar panels to YouthBuild Global as part of its Solar Jobs Pathway Initiative. The n-type TOPCon modules will be used in solar installation training labs at sites across the United States to educate YouthBuild trainees about installing PV mounting systems and provide hands-on experience critical for careers in solar installation. A portion… The post Trina donates solar panels to YouthBuild program appeared first on Solar Power World.

LG Energy Solution (LGES) is now the country’s largest lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) battery cell manufacturer specifically for the grid-scale market. The Korean company began producing LFP cells at its new plant in Holland, Michigan, last month, and Solar Power World was able to tour the site this week and see production on two lines. A… The post LG Energy Solutions opens LFP battery cell manufacturing plant in Michigan appeared first on Solar Power World.