After testing at CFV Labs and the Renewable Energy Test Center, Origami Solar has released data it says demonstrates that modules incorporating the company’s steel module frames passed frame-related industry-standard tests required to support module maker certifications.  Certifications included those of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), specifically IEC 61215 static mechanical load testing and IEC […]

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ComEd is planning an expansion of its 345 kV Elmhurst, Ill., transmission substation, with construction currently under way and an expected completion date by the end of next year. “ComEd is proud to maintain and grow the most reliable grid in the country, which requires proactive planning to meet the future power needs of our […]

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New York is setting aside $3.5 million in technical assistance funding to support electric grid modernization development project proposals through the state’s Grid Modernization Program.  Funding is expected to support interested municipal electric utilities (MUNIs) and rural electric cooperatives (COOPs) in developing these proposals and plan for an upcoming $24 million funding opportunity made possible […]

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DWS has reached an agreement with X-ELIO to acquire three Spain PV plants, located in the municipality of Medina de las Torres, Badajoz, allowing German retail and institutional investors to invest directly into the infrastructure projects.  The projects, with a total of 147 MW in capacity, began operations last year. X-ELIO plans to remain in […]

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Lydian Energy has announced its launch as an independent power producer specializing in the development, construction and operation of utility-scale North American solar and BESS projects. Backed by Excelsior Energy Capital, the company owns nine projects representing 1.75 GW of solar and battery storage capacity in Texas and New Mexico. “We are excited to announce […]

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In a move aimed at accelerating New York community solar adoption, Solar Simplified is acquiring state-eligible low and moderate income (LMI) subscribers at no additional cost to its partners, who are primarily independent power producers (IPPs) and community solar asset owners.  The initiative is aimed at bolstering the new Community Adder and Inclusive Community Solar […]

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The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) is allocating $19 million to install solar panels over irrigation canals in California, Oregon and Utah, with the aim of both decreasing water supply evaporation and advancing clean energy goals.   “Through President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, we have historic new resources to invest in innovative solutions that […]

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New York is setting aside $3.5 million in technical assistance funding to support electric grid modernization development project proposals through the state’s Grid Modernization Program.  Funding is expected to support interested municipal electric utilities (MUNIs) and rural electric cooperatives (COOPs) in developing these proposals and plan for an upcoming $24 million funding opportunity made possible […]

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Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) has completed construction and commenced operation of its 200 MW Horizon Solar project, located near Pearsall in Frio County, Texas. The project will provide Verizon Communications energy under a Renewable Energy Purchase Agreement. “LRE is pleased to have completed another successful project that will provide our longstanding customer, Verizon, with renewable […]

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Duke Energy is implementing PowerPair, a one-time, incentive-based pilot program for installing home solar generation with BESS in its Carolinas and Progress service areas in North Carolina.  The program is designed to help make home solar plus battery systems more affordable for customers by offering up to $9,000 in incentives. Total incentive is based on […]

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Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) has signed an agreement to acquire a majority share in Elgin Energy and will, with Elgin’s retained management team, invest £250 million into Elgin.  The investment will enable Elgin to become an Independent Power Producer (IPP), says CIP. It added that Elgin’s current 15 GW project pipeline covering stand-alone solar, solar […]

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Amphenol Industrial Operations’ solar product factory in Mesa, Ariz., has been producing and shipping domestic-made junction boxes to manufacturers and developers since January, the company reports.  The factory can accommodate a dozen manufacturing lines, each with a capacity of around 100,000 pieces a month, the company added. Currently, the first line is producing approximately 3,000 […]

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