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Lightsource bp announced it has completed the 187-MW Peacock solar project, located in San Patricio County, Texas, that will provide power directly to Gulf Coast Growth Venture’s nearby manufacturing complex. “The Peacock Solar project adds to Lightsource bp’s operational fleet in Texas, helping reduce carbon emissions while diversifying the state’s energy mix to enhance security …

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An installation by KSI in New Jersey. The Murphy Administration today celebrated a major milestone in New Jersey’s clean energy transition. In December 2024, the state achieved 5 GW of installed solar capacity, more than doubling its solar energy output since 2017. This significant accomplishment underscores New Jersey’s role as a national leader in climate …

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“We are all so excited to be getting the band back together and are ready to rock,” said Johan Alfsen of SnapNrack, who founded SBOB in 2011. “The solar coaster has been on a bumpy ride and the very talented people that make up the solar industry are what keep us all pushing forward. It’s …

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Trinasolar US announced it is donating more than 1,200 PERC solar modules for use in Wisconsin solar projects through the Couillard Solar Foundation (CSF). The modules, totaling 479 kW, will help power rural households, schools, nonprofits and other community organizations. “We are deeply committed to supporting the Wisconsin community by actively engaging in partnerships, fostering open …

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The N.C. Clean Energy Technology Center (NCCETC) released its 2024 annual review and Q4 update edition of The 50 States of Solar. The quarterly series provides insights on state regulatory and legislative discussions and actions on distributed solar policy, with a focus on net metering, distributed solar valuation, community solar, residential fixed charges, residential demand …

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Another solar project by Silicon Ranch. United Power, an electric cooperative serving Colorado’s northern front range, announces the signing of a power purchase agreement for its latest solar resource, the 150-MW Byers Solar Farm. The new solar installation is being developed in partnership with Silicon Ranch. “Byers Solar Farm continues United Power’s march toward energy …

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Encore Renewable Energy, a renewable energy developer and operator, completed the first two solar projects it will both own and operate in Maine. The 4-MW Brooks Solar project. Encore Renewable Energy Brooks Solar, a 4-MW solar array located in Brooks, and Alpine Street Solar, a 2.3-MW array located in Oakland, were both energized last month. …

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As Massachusetts continues to make progress on its climate commitments, Vote Solar, together with coalition partners, Senator Eldridge, and Representative Lewis, has proposed two new bills that will prioritize access to local solar projects and distributed energy resources (DERs), ensuring that the Commonwealth’s grid can flexibly and affordably meet the demands of the clean energy …

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Credit: Titan Solar Power EagleView announced the launch of its new property data ecosystem. The ecosystem has over 60 petabytes of asset data derived from high-definition aerial imagery. EagleView’s property data ecosystem includes roof measurements and attributes like property and roof condition, structure identification, and solar suitability information at a parcel level. The data is …

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In his first day in office, President Donald Trump initiated a 90-day review of aspects of the Inflation Reduction Act and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. This would pause disbursements of certain funds, including grants and loans, until a review of the legislation to ensure alignment with the new administration’s energy policy. This is …

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