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Texas to host 300 MW of geomechanical energy storage projects

From pv magazine ESS News site Houston-based long-duration energy storage developer Quidnet Energy has announced a major deal that could see hundreds of megawatts of its innovative technology deployed in Texas to help address ERCOT’s urgent need for energy storage. The company has announced a strategic partnership with a $10 million investment from Hunt Energy Network (HEN), …

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Fronius releases new residential hybrid inverter for US market

Industry / By Staff

Fronius announced its GEN24 string inverter, which has won several awards in Europe, has now been developed for the North American market. “We are thrilled to kickstart the Fronius GEN24 Roadshow on June 20, educating solar installers across the USA on the new Fronius GEN24 inverter,” said Richard Baldinger, director of sales and marketing at …

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Vermont becomes first state with Climate Superfund Act

Policy / By Staff

The Vermont legislation intends to hold fossil fuel corporations responsible for climate change. June 3, 2024 The Climate Superfund Act (S.259) was signed into law into law with a Senate voted of 26-3 and a House vote of 106 of the 150 members in favor. However, it was passed without a signature or a veto …

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Qcells completes construction on Ocotillo Wells solar + storage project in California

Industry / By Staff

The 50-MW solar, 200-MWh battery storage Ocotillo Wells Solar project is now operational in Borrego Springs, California. The project, built by Qcells, is the largest utility-scale solar project in San Diego County. Renewable energy from the project will be purchased by Meta, one of the world’s largest renewable energy buyers. Since 2020, Meta’s global operations …

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In case you missed it: Five big solar stories in the news this week

Markets / By Staff

Cowboy Solar, largest solar project in Wyoming moves forward The $1.2 billion project will be built by Enbridge, with 771 MW expected to be fully operational by 2027. Battery energy storage tariffs tripled; domestic content rules updated Breaking down U.S. market impacts on energy storage from recent policy changes with insights from Clean Energy Associates.

Sunrise brief: ‘Misguided’ CPUC vote may derail California community solar

Installation / By Staff

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The Solar Policy Scoop: June 2024

Industry / By Staff

California’s Public Utilities Commission struck another blow to the industry in its new community solar decision. Bifacial solar panels lose tariff exemption after Biden reverses courseWashington, D.C. The Biden Administration placed imported bifacial solar panels back under Sec. 201 tariffs after the specialty solar panels enjoyed a two-year exemption from extra duties first initiated by President Joe …

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Panhandle Power Solutions named EPC for 202 MWh BESS project in Colorado

Projects / By Staff

Panhandle Power Solutions (PPS) will serve as the EPC for a new battery energy storage system for Whetstone Power, a developer of sustainable energy infrastructure. The contract underscores PPS’s commitment to providing full-spectrum specialty EPC services that support the energy transition for its commercial clients. The Colorado-based, 202.2 MWh battery energy storage system will showcase state-of-the-art …

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Month: June 2024