Arevon Energy held a milestone event in November to celebrate the start of construction on its 124-MWDC Big Muddy Solar Project in Jackson County, Illinois. Commercial operation is anticipated for the end of 2026. Arevon developed and will own and operate the Big Muddy Solar Project, the company’s first utility-scale project in Illinois. Previously known… The post Arevon starts construction on 124-MW Illinois solar project appeared first on Solar Power World.

The Ohio House of Representatives has voted to advance a bipartisan bill that would enable community solar programs in the state. The legislation cleared the House Public Utilities Committee 20–0 before passing the full House with broad bipartisan support, with a final vote of 73-2 in favor of the bill. House Bill 303 — the… The post Ohio House passes bipartisan bill to enable community solar programs appeared first on Solar Power World.

Versiris Energy completed a 575.36-kWDC rooftop solar project for a national commercial retail facility in Chanhassen, Minnesota. Versisis, a commercial solar developer and subsidiary of financier New Energy Equity, worked with subcontractor Cedar Creek Energy to build the array. “Working with Versiris Energy has been a fantastic experience,” said TJ Wilson, commercial solar project manager… The post Versiris Energy completes logistically tricky rooftop solar project appeared first on Solar Power World.

Partners on the Pleasant Valley Solar 2 project in Idaho have joined together to commit $375,000 to support students at the College of Western Idaho and Boise State University through two workforce development scholarship programs. Each school will receive $187,500 to expand opportunities for Idaho students preparing for careers that strengthen the state’s economy and… The post Idaho solar project partners commit $375,000 in scholarships to local colleges appeared first on Solar Power World.

RE+ Events is partnering with GRID Alternatives to provide a dedicated space for jobseekers and clean energy companies to connect at RE+ Events for the rest of 2025 and throughout 2026. At numerous events, participants will have the chance to speak directly with companies seeking talent across a range of disciplines, offering opportunities for both… The post RE+ Events partners with GRID Alternatives for clean energy job fairs through 2026 appeared first on Solar Power World.

APsystems announced a new improvement to its DS3 microinverter line — extended connector “whips” designed to give installers more flexibility and reduce strain during module connections. A common installation challenge occurs when module leads don’t quite reach the microinverter’s connectors with comfortable slack. When wiring is pulled too tight, connectors can be stressed or damaged… The post APsystems releases extended connectors for DS3 microinverters appeared first on Solar Power World.

Add Volvo to the list of EV companies that allow bidirectional charging in the United States. Through a partnership with dcbel, 2025 Volvo EX90 owners can now perform vehicle-to-home charging efforts. The EX90, the company’s fully electric SUV, is the first Volvo car equipped with the necessary hardware and software to leverage bidirectional charging. It… The post Volvo partners with dcbel to allow bidirectional charging of EX90 in US appeared first on Solar Power World.

ForeFront Power is celebrating the completion of a 5-MW solar project at the Easterly Wastewater Treatment Plant (EWWTP) in Vacaville, California. There is also an energy storage system on-site, but no details on the size of the system were released. The EWWTP system will generate nearly 8.1 million kWh of renewable electricity annually. Designed to… The post 5-MW solar project at wastewater plant should save city $25 million appeared first on Solar Power World.

A new study conducted by researchers at Oregon State University (OSU) and the U.S. Geological Survey claims the environmental impact of floating solar projects has not fully been considered on U.S. installations. The study published this month, “Modeling diverse environmental responses of reservoirs to floating photovoltaic systems,” analyzed 11 floating solar projects built in Arkansas,… The post New study calls for higher environmental impact evaluation on floating solar appeared first on Solar Power World.

Energy storage developer Fullmark Energy announced the ITC transfer of $46 million to a buyer in the industrial sector for its operational 125-MW/290-MWh Redwood Projects portfolio. The transaction demonstrates the continued effectiveness of the Inflation Reduction Act in mobilizing private capital for renewable energy infrastructure. The strategic ITC transfer provides Fullmark Energy with enhanced financial… The post Fullmark Energy completes $46 million ITC transfer for energy storage portfolio appeared first on Solar Power World.

GreenSpark has started construction on a 679-kW rooftop solar array at Foodlink’s headquarters in Rochester, New York. As one of the nation’s oldest food banks, Foodlink serves as the hub of emergency food relief across a 10-county service area in the Greater Rochester and Finger Lakes region. Through various programs, Foodlink works to address both… The post NY food bank gets resource support with new 679-kW solar array appeared first on Solar Power World.

The Maryland Energy Administration has announced the availability of $13 million in grants to help businesses and organizations across Maryland expand the use of clean energy systems to cut energy bills and combat climate change. Through the Fiscal Year 2026 Commercial and Canopy Solar Program, the agency aims to help businesses and nonprofit organizations better… The post Maryland opens $13 million in grants for commercial and canopy solar projects appeared first on Solar Power World.