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CPS America releases new string inverters, energy storage solutions at Innovation Day
2 Apr 2025 at 7:04pm
by Kelsey Misbrener
CPS America hosted its 4th Annual Product Innovation Day today at its headquarters in Richardson, Texas. The event served as the official launch of several new products, including the “Gonzo” 125-kW/261-kWh C&I BESS All-in-One solution, 250-kW 600-V string inverter, 350-kW string inverter and 5-MWh BESS PowerBlock. CPS also unveiled its service business, CSPS. The event… The post CPS America releases new string inverters, energy storage solutions at Innovation Day appeared first on Solar Power World.

Artisun Solar completes projects for South Dakota packaging company
2 Apr 2025 at 5:14pm
by Kelly Pickerel
Artisun Solar has completed two solar systems for Helluva Container in Elk Point, South Dakota. With a newly installed 36.9-kWDC PV system at its main office and an 85.5-kWDC system at its warehouse, Helluva Container is reinforcing its commitment to sustainable operations. The company, which specializes in buying, refurbishing and reselling used Gaylord boxes and… The post Artisun Solar completes projects for South Dakota packaging company appeared first on Solar Power World.

Report: Energy storage can help increase AI data center efficiency
2 Apr 2025 at 1:59pm
by Kelsey Misbrener
Battery manufacturer ZincFive has released its second annual 2025 Data Center Energy Storage Industry Insights Report in collaboration with Data Center Frontier. This report offers a comprehensive look at the evolving energy storage landscape, featuring insights from industry professionals worldwide. It examines key trends shaping the future of data center power, including shifting priorities, emerging… The post Report: Energy storage can help increase AI data center efficiency appeared first on Solar Power World.

6.1 MW of solar installed on steep, uneven terrain in New York
1 Apr 2025 at 7:30pm
by Kelly Pickerel
The Old Hill Farm solar project, developed by Woodfield Renewable Partners, is now complete in Jefferson Valley, New York. The 6.1-MW project is built on steep, uneven terrain and called for limited land disturbance. Woodfield turned to DCE Solar’s Long Span Ground Screw racking system for the difficult project. Execution was just as critical as… The post 6.1 MW of solar installed on steep, uneven terrain in New York appeared first on Solar Power World.

Affordable Wire Management engineers cable hangers for ARRAY solar trackers
1 Apr 2025 at 7:04pm
by Billy Ludt
Affordable Wire Management (AWM), a cable management solutions provider for utility-scale solar and battery energy storage systems, is debuting several new Bonsai Module Cable Hangers developed for ARRAY Technologies‘ solar trackers. AWM’s Bonsai Hangers have been engineered specifically for ARRAY’s DuraTrack and OmniTrack tracker systems and accompanying 400-mm Thru-Bolt Clamp. These custom Bonsai hangers route… The post Affordable Wire Management engineers cable hangers for ARRAY solar trackers appeared first on Solar Power World.

Invenergy completes 70-MW solar + storage project in Arizona
1 Apr 2025 at 3:43pm
by Kelsey Misbrener
Invenergy has announced that the Yuma Solar Energy Center, a 70-MW solar and 70-MW storage project, has reached commercial operations. This is Invenergy’s first solar facility to reach commercial operations in Arizona. Located in Yuma County, Arizona, the Yuma Solar Energy Center generates enough electricity to power more than 21,000 American homes. The project supported… The post Invenergy completes 70-MW solar + storage project in Arizona appeared first on Solar Power World.

EDP Renewables completes 100-MW 3rd phase of Indiana solar project
1 Apr 2025 at 2:46pm
by Billy Ludt
EDP Renewables North America (EDPR NA) launched the 100-MW Riverstart III Solar Park in Randolph County, Indiana, today. Amazon has contracted for all 100 MW of this third phase of the Riverstart Solar Park through a long-term power purchase agreement. The project is part of Amazon’s Climate Pledge commitment to meet net-zero carbon emissions across… The post EDP Renewables completes 100-MW 3rd phase of Indiana solar project appeared first on Solar Power World.

Chemitek Solar releases drone-based solar panel cleaning agent
1 Apr 2025 at 12:50pm
by Kelsey Misbrener
Chemitek Solar announced the launch of its Drone Solar Cleaning Agent — a specialized product designed to optimize drone-based cleaning of PV panels. The Drone Solar Cleaning Agent features a biodegradable and concentrated formula that improves the efficiency of drone cleaning operations by breaking down the organic soiling and ensuring effective dirt removal without damaging… The post Chemitek Solar releases drone-based solar panel cleaning agent appeared first on Solar Power World.

Solar Landscape powers on 14 new community solar projects in Maryland
1 Apr 2025 at 12:49pm
by Kelly Pickerel
Solar Landscape has energized 14 new community solar projects across Maryland, for a total capacity of 6.6 MW. The new installations are the first of Solar Landscape’s 57 projects in Maryland, all hosted on commercial rooftops, making it the largest group of community solar projects developed by a single company in Maryland. Once energized, they… The post Solar Landscape powers on 14 new community solar projects in Maryland appeared first on Solar Power World.

APA Solar Racking expands headquarters, operations in Northwest Ohio
1 Apr 2025 at 12:40pm
by Billy Ludt
APA Solar, a solar racking manufacturer based in Ridgeville Corners, Ohio, will build a new headquarters at that location and also open a new manufacturing facility in Williams County. The company will invest $19.5 million and hire 133 people as part of the expansion. Construction for the new 30,000 sq-ft headquarters will begin soon, with… The post APA Solar Racking expands headquarters, operations in Northwest Ohio appeared first on Solar Power World.

The Solar Policy Scoop: April 2025
1 Apr 2025 at 12:00pm
by Kelsey Misbrener
Trump tariffs on trade partners continue boomerang Washington, D.C.  The Trump Administration has gone back and forth threatening new 25% tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico since February. After tariffs technically went into effect in early March, President Trump paused them on goods compliant with the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) until April 2, according… The post The Solar Policy Scoop: April 2025 appeared first on Solar Power World.

EnergyAid acquires Sunworks, Solcius assets and will maintain existing solar systems
31 Mar 2025 at 4:28pm
by Kelly Pickerel
EnergyAid announced that it recently acquired Sunworks and Solcius intellectual property, allowing the company to provide expanded service and support for their existing customers. The acquisition includes customer data and monitoring sites, which will enable EnergyAid to proactively monitor and maintain solar systems. This will not only ensure the optimal performance of these systems but… The post EnergyAid acquires Sunworks, Solcius assets and will maintain existing solar systems appeared first on Solar Power World.


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Maryland energy reform bills focused on new power generation pass the Senate
2 Apr 2025 at 8:28pm
by Clarion Energy Content Directors
The Maryland Senate Tuesday passed a package of energy reform bills that would set in motion a variety of electricity generation projects  — from solar to nuclear to natural gas — start long-term energy-supply planning efforts and give ratepayers a slight rebate.



People on the move: TVA, Duke select new CEOs
2 Apr 2025 at 7:32pm
by Kevin Clark
Recent job changes in the power and utility industry.



Northern Michigan — no stranger to wild weather — tries to cope with days of no power
2 Apr 2025 at 7:04pm
by Associated Press Editors
The tip of Michigan's mitten struggled through another day without electricity Tuesday as restless residents tried to stay warm while utilities scrambled to restore power in a region waylaid by weekend freezing rain that brought down countless trees and poles.



ThinkLabs AI crowned DTECH Initiate winner; Treeswift, Senpilot, DG Matrix turn heads
1 Apr 2025 at 7:08pm
by Paul Gerke
ThinkLabs AI, the 2025 winner of DTECH's Initiate program, delivers AI assistance to electric grids for critical planning and operations.



Awash in uncertainty, SouthCoast Wind contract delayed for a third time
1 Apr 2025 at 6:32pm
by Clarion Energy Content Directors
The new June 30 deadline marks the third delay since Rhode Island and Massachusetts jointly unveiled plans in September to buy power from SouthCoast Wind following a competitive, tri-state solicitation that included Connecticut



US electricity prices are surging – These Louisiana companies want out
1 Apr 2025 at 5:53pm
by Clarion Energy Content Directors
Citing few renewable options and projected price jumps, industries in Louisiana propose their own power generation, free from monopoly utilities.



Virginia facility acquired in plan to create US’ largest submarine power cable manufacturing site
1 Apr 2025 at 5:51pm
by Sean Wolfe
LS GreenLink's new facility will produce high-voltage direct current (HVDC) submarine power cables for connecting offshore wind farms and enhancing the resilience and capacity of power transmission networks.



DISTRIBUTECH 2025 ‘Exhibit Excellence Award’ winners announced
1 Apr 2025 at 5:43pm
by Sean Wolfe
This award is designed to recognize and celebrate exhibitors who exceed the ordinary and set a new standard for exceptional exhibit displays.



Massachusetts utility taps Tantalus for grid modernization
1 Apr 2025 at 4:35pm
by Yusuf Latief
Tantalus Systems, a smart grid technology company, is partnering with Reading Municipal Light Department (RMLD), a municipal electric utility in Massachusetts, to modernize its distribution grid.



How Landis+Gyr and SPAN are transforming homes into flexible distributed grid assets
31 Mar 2025 at 7:26pm
by Paul Gerke
Managing a whole home as a load enables utilities to drive flexibility in a new way, enabling the planning of a much more resilient grid.




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