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Flatiron Energy secures $540 million for largest battery project in Massachusetts
The company is expected to bring a 200 MW / 800 MWh battery to commercial operations by late 2026. Flatiron Energy secured approximately $540 million in financing commitments for the Taft battery project in Uxbridge, Mass. The standalone battery project will be the largest in Massachusetts planned to be 200 MW, 800 MWh. Site preparations […]
State solar policy on the frontlines
For a couple months every two years, every state’s legislative session align, and this year, energy policy dominated many states’ sessions. In regulated energy markets, advocacy groups crusaded against utilities that were relentless to not lose any of their monopoly share to clean energy. From pv magazine RE+ Special Edition T.R. Ludwig, CEO of Brooklyn […]
NREL researchers warn of unexpectedly high UV-induced degradation in n-type solar modules
A research team from the U.S. National Renewable Energy Laboratory has analyzed n-type modules deployed in a 3 MW commercial PV project in an effort to assess the high degradation rate reported by the plant owner. The scientists found that ultraviolet-induced degradation (UVID) was a major factor affecting the facility’s performance. From pv magazine Global […]
SolarEdge unveils all-in-one residential inverter and clickable modular battery system
The stackable battery ranges 4.9 kWh to 19.6 kWh per unit while the inverter is available in ranges from 3.8 kW to 13 kW. The company also introduced a meter socket adapter to avoid triggering costly main panel upgrades. SolarEdge launched Nexis, a modular solar and energy storage system for residential projects. The integrated inverter […]
Scaling perovskite tandems’ U.S. prospects
Three US manufacturers actively working to commercialize their respective perovskite-silicon tandem technologies make the case for tandem modules. CubicPV, Caelux and Swift Solar argue a commercial future for perovskites is inevitable, and they tell pv magazine the current policy environment could work in the technology’s favor. From the magazine Commercial deployment of perovskites has traditionally […]
How rooftop solar can complicate residential real estate transactions
Many homeowners assume leased or loaned solar systems will boost their home’s value, but outstanding loans often drag down equity instead. Navigating the complexities of the real estate landscape is already tricky; add in the wonky, technical nature of selling or buying a home with rooftop solar, and realtors and homeowners alike can find themselves […]
Industry creates model legislation to streamline rooftop solar permitting, grid connection
Draft legislation from Solar and Storage Industries Institute and SEIA provides policymakers with a framework to reduce delays with interconnection and permitting processes for households and businesses. Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and the Solar and Storage Industries Institute created a research-backed model for legislation designed to support access to rooftop solar and meet growing […]
Hail damage to solar projects: 1% of filed claims, but over 50% of total losses
Hail damage has become a real headache for project developers in the United States, where growing deployment has increased exposure to weather-related risk. As project owners seek to limit the impact of hail on their bottom line, innovations in tracking systems and insurance can help. From the magazine A study by underwriter GCube Insurance found […]
In case you missed it: Six big solar stories in the news this week
pv magazine USA spotlights news of the past week including market trends, project updates, policy changes and more. One big bad bill for solar projects The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) is loaded with negative measures for the U.S. solar industry. What does the bill mean for solar project development over the coming years? […]
LS Energy Solutions activates 200 MW / 400 MWh energy storage in California
The Big Rock battery energy storage site is comprised of 137 containerized batteries and will help the California grid meet resource adequacy requirements. LS Energy Solutions announced it has commenced commercial operations at the Big Rock energy storage project in Imperial County, California. The 200 MW / 400 MWh project was developed and operated in […]