Origis Energy is slated to complete three solar projects totaling 413 MW in Ector County, Texas, this summer. The Rockhound Projects have received their final round of financing and will join Swift Air Solar II and III in West Texas to produce more than 700 MW of solar energy upon completion. “This financing reflects the… The post Origis developing 413-MW West Texas solar portfolio appeared first on Solar Power World.

Electricity retailer Vistra is expanding its battery aggregation program to include Enphase Energy‘s IQ Batteries for residential virtual power plant (VPP) purposes. The program, Battery Rewards, is offered through Vistra’s flagship retail electricity brand, TXU Energy, and lets eligible Enphase customers earn incentives by exporting stored battery power to the grid during periods of high… The post Vistra adds Enphase batteries to Texas VPP program appeared first on Solar Power World.

Zelestra, a renewable energy company, has commenced construction on its two largest U.S. solar projects to date. Lead EPC McCarthy Building Cos. has started work on both the 253-MWDC Echols Grove in Lamar County, Texas, and the 188-MWDC Cedar Range in Hopkins County. “Following our rapid growth in 2025, Zelestra’s expansion in the U.S. energy… The post Meta signs PPA on 441-MW Texas solar project portfolio appeared first on Solar Power World.

Clayco, a turnkey real estate development and construction firm, is launching Power and Energy, a new business unit that expands the company into the renewable energy sector. With an initial focus on utility-scale solar and energy storage projects, Clayco Power and Energy will provide design and EPC services. “Clayco is committed to supporting the country’s… The post Real estate firm Clayco starts solar development business appeared first on Solar Power World.

Arevon Energy, a renewable energy developer, started operations at the 430-MWDC Kelso Solar Project in Scott County, Missouri. Arevon developed, built and will own and operate the Kelso Solar Project. The two-phase facility, Arevon’s first utility-scale projects in Missouri, increased the state’s solar capacity by nearly 50% and generates enough energy to power more than… The post Arevon’s 430-MW project increased Missouri’s solar capacity by nearly 50% appeared first on Solar Power World.

Solar sales operating system Enerflo is partnering with Palmetto to offer Palmetto Energy Backup, a battery-only lease product fully integrated into the Enerflo platform. This new offering enables residential solar installers to sell backup energy storage as a standalone lease, without requiring homeowners to pay cash or secure traditional financing. Palmetto Energy Backup is a… The post Enerflo, Palmetto offer battery-only lease product for residential installers appeared first on Solar Power World.

Scanifly has been named the official design platform for CertainTeed’s SunStyle solar roof systems. The SunStyle Designer gives contractors and roofers a dedicated, more intuitive way to design SunStyle systems, generate accurate production estimates and export comprehensive installation reports — available across both Scanifly’s remote and drone-based design environments. SunStyle is a premium solar roofing… The post Scanifly is official design platform for CertainTeed’s SunStyle solar roof appeared first on Solar Power World.

Fronius USA has launched PV Point Comfort, a device that backs up energy to a branch circuit by using power passing through a solar inverter. Building on the base model PV Point, the PV Point Comfort provides energy while the sun is shining, even without adding a battery. When power from the grid ceases, PV… The post Fronius releases new battery-free backup energy device appeared first on Solar Power World.

Pennsylvania Solar Center‘s GET Solar Program will develop nearly 70 projects over the next four years in the state with support from Capital Good Fund. These new projects will be built for small businesses, nonprofits and municipalities at no initial cost, while still qualifying for the 48E investment tax credit. “The PA Solar Center is… The post PA Solar Center program initiates 70 new projects in Pennsylvania appeared first on Solar Power World.

GreenLancer, a national solar contractor, is implementing SolarGrade software to assist its residential and commercial solar field services. “We chose SolarGrade because their team’s deep understanding of solar PV quality is embedded within their intuitive software platform,” said Pat McCabe, COO of GreenLancer. “Unlike every other app we tested, SolarGrade is purpose-built for solar field… The post GreenLancer integrates SolarGrade software for project O&M appeared first on Solar Power World.

Global lithium demand could exceed 13 million tonnes by 2050 under an accelerated energy transition, more than double base case projections, according to Wood Mackenzie’s latest Energy Transition Outlook for Lithium. Without significant new investment, supply deficits could emerge as early as 2028. Even under the Wood Mackenzie’s base case scenario, existing supply projects are unlikely to meet demand… The post WoodMac warns of lithium supply deficit by 2028 appeared first on Solar Power World.

The Virginia General Assembly has officially passed legislation that would significantly expand the Commonwealth’s shared solar programs, unlocking new opportunities to lower electricity bills and strengthen reliability. These bills passed with bipartisan support and will now be presented to Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger for action. The legislation includes SB 254 and HB 807, sponsored by Senator Scott Surovell… The post Community solar expansion legislation sent to Virginia governor appeared first on Solar Power World.