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290-MWh Redwood energy storage portfolio now online in California
Fullmark Energy has reached commercial operations of its 65-MW/130-MWh San Jacinto storage project in Banning, California. The milestone marks the final project within Fullmark Energy’s Redwood Projects portfolio — a strategic collection of energy storage facilities across Southern California — to achieve commercial operations. The Redwood Projects portfolio consists of four projects — San Jacinto,… […]
Pine Gate Renewables files for bankruptcy, selling solar business and project portfolio
National solar developer Pine Gate Renewables is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and selling its solar and energy storage project portfolio and independent power producer business. This will include completed and under-development projects, of which the company stated there is 10 GWDC in progress. According to the press release announcing the bankruptcy and sale of… […]
Global solar module, inverter market to reach $115.8 billion by 2030
GlobalData analysts predict growth in the world’s solar module and inverter markets through to the end of the decade will be driven by the Asia Pacific region. From pv magazine Global The global solar module and inverter markets are on course to reach a combined $115.8 billion by 2030, according to forecasts made by UK-based […]
Global battery industry grows 83% in last five years, boosting deployment to over 300 GW
According to a new report from Intertek CEA, over 70% of the global energy storage market share is held by just five players. From ESS News Over 300 GWh of battery energy storage systems were shipped globally last year, according to Intertek CEA’s Q3 2025 reports on energy storage supply, technology, policy and pricing, and the industry’s […]
Selling residential solar after ITC expiration
Aurora Solar survey reveals that with the demise of the investment tax credit, installers should renew their focus on state incentives and design payment options that work for each unique case. With the Investment Tax Credit (ITC) expiring in just a little over two months, U.S. residential solar installations have been booming. Aurora Solar conducted […]
Five trends that will shape renewable energy in 2026
Renewables dominated capacity growth through September 2025 and by balancing speed with resilience, renewables can continue to contribute to a more resilient energy system that extends well beyond 2026, according to Deloitte’s Renewable Energy Industry Outlook. 2025 has been a challenging year for renewables with passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) that […]
Watch: Solar industry leaders discuss unlocking capital and navigating post-tax credit market
Day 1 of pv magazine USA Week 2025 focused on “Unlocking Capital,” addressing the urgent financial and regulatory challenges facing U.S. solar and energy storage. Industry leaders discussed strategies to accelerate solar growth despite tightened tax credit deadlines, increased import restrictions, and reduced federal funding. Day 1 of pv magazine USA Week 2025 focused on […]
Watch: Industry leaders on how distributed solar solves the U.S. power crisis
The finale of pv magazine USA Week 2025 promises an in-depth exploration of the most immediate, versatile solution to America’s escalating energy demands and rising electricity rates: distributed energy. Titled “Distributed Energy as a Solution,” Day 3 of the virtual conference showcases how rooftop solar, residential storage, community solar, and smart grid technologies are not […]
IEA lowers 2025-30 forecast for solar growth
The International Energy Agency (IEA) cut its 2025–30 renewables forecast by 5%, citing lower solar additions, though PV still represents nearly 80% of 4.6 TW expected growth. From pv magazine Global Around 3.6 TW of solar is expected to be installed globally between 2025 and 2030, according to the IEA‘s latest analysis. The agency’s medium-term forecast […]
GameChange Solar introduces rivet mounting option for Genius Tracker
GameChange Solar, a global provider of solar tracker and fixed-tilt racking solutions, has engineered a rivet connection option for module mounting on its Genius Tracker system. This solution provides EPCs and project owners with an alternative to traditional bolted module connections. “By integrating rivet-mounted modules into our Genius Tracker system, we are providing customers with… […]