Enel North America, the American branch of the Italian utility Enel, has commenced operations at the 326MW Stampede solar-plus-storage facility located in the state of Texas in the United States. The solar photovoltaic component of the initiative commenced power generation in June 2024, whereas the 86MW battery energy storage system (BESS) is presently in the …

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CGN New Energy Holdings, a Chinese renewable energy developer, has successfully launched a 400MW offshore floating solar project in Laizhou Bay. This marks the country’s pioneering large-scale deep-water offshore solar initiative. Situated in the Bohai Sea, close to Zhaoyuan City in Shandong province, the venture spans 6.4 square kilometers and comprises 121 PV sub-arrays. Grand …

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Vikram Solar, Phalanx Impact Partners, and Das & Co. have established a new U.S. joint venture, VSK Energy LLC, which is primarily owned and operated within the U.S. This venture aims to build a vertically integrated solar manufacturing operation for the Indian solar module brand in the United States. The investment of $1.5 billion encompasses two …

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Production models serve as crucial benchmarks for the performance of solar projects and, ultimately, their financial returns. Financial institutions enlist independent engineers (IE) to scrutinize production models provided by developers and independent power producers (IPPs) in order to make pivotal investment decisions. Developers and IPPs embarking on long-term projects also analyze production models to weigh …

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Reducing costs, enhancing efficiency, and accelerating deployment are critical for the solar industry to effectively compete with fossil fuel-based power sources. Our joint efforts to streamline project costs remain a key factor behind solar energy’s significant contribution, representing 50% of all new electricity-generating capacity added in the U.S. last year. Presently, one of the most …

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Terabase Energy has obtained $25 million in fresh funding to bolster the commercial expansion of the company’s Terafab construction automation system. “The continued financial support we are receiving reflects the widespread enthusiasm across industries for Terabase’s mission,” stated Matt Campbell, CEO and co-founder of Terabase. “This funding will accelerate the expansion of Terafab production, ensuring …

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Throughout generations, American farmers have harnessed the power of the sun to sustain their communities and contribute to the nation’s development. Presently, aided by solar module and storage technologies, agricultural communities are not only supplying the food that sustains us but also generating the clean energy that drives our economy. The combination of agriculture and solar energy …

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In preparation for the 2023 solar Module Buyer’s Guide, we distributed a questionnaire to all significant solar panel manufacturers. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of their worldwide and U.S. capacities, highlights of innovations for the year, and showcases their leading product lines. Click on the products for detailed insights. To prepare for the 2023 PV Module …

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