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Pittsburgh neighborhood organization taps local talent for rooftop solar project
30 Jul 2026 at 6:19pm
by Billy Ludt
The Wilkinsburg Community Development Corporation (WCDC), a nonprofit in eastern Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, commemorated commercial operation of a solar project three years in the making today. A 23.4-kW solar array installed on the WCDC’s roof has been operating since summer began. The project was installed by local contractor EIS Solar. In its first month, the solar… The post Pittsburgh neighborhood organization taps local talent for rooftop solar project appeared first on Solar Power World.

Nautilus, TPE bring online 4-MW community solar project in Delaware
30 Jul 2026 at 1:00pm
by Kelly Pickerel
Nautilus Solar Energy and TurningPoint Energy (TPE) have completed a 4-MW community solar project in Dover, Delaware. The project will deliver renewable energy to the Delmarva Power grid, with a dedicated portion serving Delaware’s low-income households. The Dover site was developed by TPE and built and operated by Nautilus. “The Dover project reflects the strength of… The post Nautilus, TPE bring online 4-MW community solar project in Delaware appeared first on Solar Power World.

Connecticut Green Bank signs panel supply agreement with HD Hyundai Energy Solutions
30 Jul 2026 at 1:00pm
by Kelly Pickerel
HD Hyundai Energy Solutions has signed a supply agreement with CEFIA Solar Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Connecticut Green Bank, for 25 MW of solar panels on projects throughout Connecticut. “This supply agreement is another example of HD Hyundai Energy Solutions’ product quality and supply reliability being recognized in the market,” said Wonki… The post Connecticut Green Bank signs panel supply agreement with HD Hyundai Energy Solutions appeared first on Solar Power World.

1-GWh energy storage project to be sited on Ohio data center campus
30 Jul 2026 at 12:13pm
by Kelly Pickerel
A 200-MW energy storage project is being built outside Columbus, Ohio, by Eolian. The Flint Grid project is located adjacent to New Albany datacenter and industrial load and is the first gird-scale battery permitted by the Ohio Power Siting Board. Eolian stated in a press release that it is a five-hour system and should provide… The post 1-GWh energy storage project to be sited on Ohio data center campus appeared first on Solar Power World.

Video game subscriptions support 110-MW solar project buildout in Texas
30 Jul 2026 at 12:02pm
by Kelly Pickerel
SuperPower, a platform that lets gamers earn rewards while helping bring new clean energy projects online, today announced its participation in an agreement supporting the new 110-MW Three W Solar Project in Hill County, Texas. Ever.green, a clean energy marketplace that helps organizations participate in the energy transition, facilitated the transaction. Developed by Mitsui &… The post Video game subscriptions support 110-MW solar project buildout in Texas appeared first on Solar Power World.

ARRAY Technologies debuts new foundations for solar trackers
29 Jul 2026 at 6:41pm
by Billy Ludt
Solar tracker manufacturer ARRAY Technologies is launching Atlas, a new suite of foundation-to-tracker solutions designed for ARRAY trackers and APA Solar Racking foundations. Atlas I is designed for standard soil conditions, connecting driven foundations (a shortened W-beam or sigma pile) to the tracker through an adjustable rolled steel C-channel and bearing interface. This can correct… The post ARRAY Technologies debuts new foundations for solar trackers appeared first on Solar Power World.

Sugar Hollow Solar celebrates 16th anniversary with lease payment giveaway
29 Jul 2026 at 6:19pm
by Kelly Pickerel
Carolina-based solar and storage installer Sugar Hollow Solar is celebrating 16 years in business by making solar more accessible than ever. The company is now offering residential solar and storage lease options through Palmetto LightReach. And in celebration of its 16th anniversary, Sugar Hollow Solar is sweetening the deal and covering the first year of… The post Sugar Hollow Solar celebrates 16th anniversary with lease payment giveaway appeared first on Solar Power World.

Cherry Street completes 6-MW solar project for Georgia glass manufacturer
29 Jul 2026 at 5:47pm
by Kelly Pickerel
Arglass, a glass container manufacturer headquartered in Valdosta, Georgia, is now powering a portion of its operations with on-site solar developed and financed by Cherry Street Energy. “The future of American manufacturing depends on innovation – not only in how we make products, but in how we power our operations,” said Jose Diego-Arozamena, CEO of… The post Cherry Street completes 6-MW solar project for Georgia glass manufacturer appeared first on Solar Power World.

FCC bans new foreign inverter imports
29 Jul 2026 at 2:43pm
by Billy Ludt
The Federal Communications Commission has banned new internationally manufactured power inverters, like those used in solar PV and energy storage projects, from being imported into the United States. Yesterday, the FCC added “foreign-produced power inverters” to a list of communications products and services that it considers a risk to national security, citing alleged risks for… The post FCC bans new foreign inverter imports appeared first on Solar Power World.

Tesla signs PPA for large solar + storage project in Arizona
28 Jul 2026 at 5:38pm
by Kelly Pickerel
Tesla has signed a PPA with ContourGlobal for the power generated from Project Sterling, a 509-MW solar and 1.4-GWh energy storage project in Arizona. Construction on Project Sterling started in 2025, through off-site physical work to meet subsidy deadlines. Commercial operation is targeted for 2028. “Securing our biggest PPA ever … is a testament of… The post Tesla signs PPA for large solar + storage project in Arizona appeared first on Solar Power World.

After solar panels fall while unloading, Washington man seeks damages from Canadian Solar
28 Jul 2026 at 1:50pm
by Kelly Pickerel
A Yakima, Washington-based man has filed a compliant against Canadian Solar after 24 solar panels — a weight of nearly one ton — allegedly fell on top of him and caused him major bodily harm. Patrick Gibbons has requested a trial by jury for the case in the Washington Eastern District Court. Co-plaintiffs on the… The post After solar panels fall while unloading, Washington man seeks damages from Canadian Solar appeared first on Solar Power World.

Georgia Power pairs 49.5-MW storage facility with existing solar project
28 Jul 2026 at 1:46pm
by Billy Ludt
Georgia Power celebrated the completion of the 49.5-MW/198-MWh Moody Battery Facility built near Valdosta, Georgia, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday. The battery plant was retrofitted to the existing Moody Solar project. “The successful completion of the Moody Battery Energy Storage System, ahead of schedule, is great news for our customers and for reliable… The post Georgia Power pairs 49.5-MW storage facility with existing solar project appeared first on Solar Power World.


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Aligning wildfire mitigation with utility operations and planning
30 Jul 2026 at 1:24pm
by Jeremiah Karpowicz
Utilizing advanced platforms like Firescape, utilities such as PNM are adjusting what it means for them to simultaneously evaluate wildfire risk and consider reliability.



Scaling and optimizing modern battery production: The role of advanced automation and digitalization
30 Jul 2026 at 11:00am
by Clarion Energy Content Directors
The future of the battery industry depends on solving the challenges of scalability, sustainability, and efficiency all at once.



Need backup power? Automakers want you to look no further than their vehicles in your driveway
30 Jul 2026 at 10:30am
by Associated Press Editors
Ford's F-150 PowerBoost hybrid and Lightning electric trucks can now connect to home power systems via a new adapter, enabling backup power during outages.



Relieving grid congestion with advanced transmission technologies | Factor This Policycast
30 Jul 2026 at 10:00am
by Paul Gerke
This episode of the Factor This Policycast, presented in partnership with Advanced Energy United, explores the offerings of advanced transmission technologies (ATTs), including grid-enhancing technologies (GETs) and advanced conductors, tools that can be quickly deployed to increase the capabilities and capacities of power lines.



Dozens of utilities join pledge pledge to protect consumers from high bills from AI data centers
28 Jul 2026 at 6:58pm
by Associated Press Editors
President Donald Trump announced a voluntary pledge with 23 governors and 187 companies to lower U.S. electricity bills amid AI growth concerns.



Trump administration admits grants for clean energy were canceled based on politics
28 Jul 2026 at 6:11pm
by Associated Press Editors
The Trump administration admitted in court that it canceled $7.6 billion in clean energy grants for 16 states that voted for Kamala Harris in 2024, citing political identity as the reason.



Can this senate bill make hydropower projects more affordable?
27 Jul 2026 at 8:17pm
by Sean Wolfe
U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski, Steve Daines, and Jim Risch introduced the Hydropower Licensing Affordability Act to reform hydropower licensing.



FERC takes action to streamline reviews for hydropower projects with ‘minimal’ environmental impact
27 Jul 2026 at 6:26pm
by Sean Wolfe
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approved measures to simplify NEPA review for hydropower actions, aiming to streamline approvals.



Di-Hydro research project tackles digitalization of hydropower plants through sensor development
27 Jul 2026 at 11:00am
by Alkiviadis Tromaras
EU-funded research project Di-Hydro aims to modernize hydropower plants by developing smart devices and data acquisition techniques to predict and control operations and maintenance.



Change is gonna come | Factor This Brief
27 Jul 2026 at 9:55am
by Paul Gerke
As FERC weighs what to do with PJM, Avantus reaches commercial operations at Aratina 1, rPlus Energies celebrates solar milestones in Idaho, Strata Clean Energy upgrades its revolving credit line, another plot of Pennsylvania coal land is converted into a wind farm, and Altus Power acquires five Virginia community colar projects.




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