• July 31, 2026

Nautilus Solar Energy and TurningDoint Energy (TPE) have completed a 4-megawatt community solar project in Dover, Delaware. The project will deliver renewable energy to the Delaware power grid, with a dedicated portion providing power to low-income households in Delaware. The Dover project is developed by TPE and constructed and operated by Nautilus. The Dover project demonstrates the strong power that Nautilus and TPE have jointly established in Delaware - a partnership built on a shared commitment to expanding access to clean and economical energy, "said Eric Paul, Senior Vice President of Business Development at Nautilus. At a time when rising energy costs are putting real pressure on households, community solar provides predictable, locally generated electricity that achieves cost savings almost faster than any other alternative. We are proud to bring this choice to the region, especially for the low - and middle-income customers that this project aims to serve. Nautilus and TPE have further deepened their commitment to Delaware through a 30 MW investment portfolio consisting of six projects, conducted through community investment. These two companies jointly donated $240000 to local non-profit organizations throughout the state. These donations aim to create lasting social value by supporting organizations working on the front lines in areas such as housing, food access, and youth development. The Delaware Boys and Girls Club and Springboard Delaware are among the non-profit organizations that have received donations. TPE President Sara Naini said, "Delaware has demonstrated the achievements that can be made when state leaders, local governments, and private businesses work together to achieve common goals. During this period when electricity prices are at their highest, this combination project will save over $35 million in expenses for residents and organizations across the state. We are very grateful for the state's cooperation and leadership in helping us achieve these benefits for Delaware people, and we are proud to work with Nautilus to advance the implementation of these projects.

• July 30, 2026

ARRAY Technologies, a solar tracker manufacturer, is launching Atlas, a next-generation infrastructure to tracker solution suite designed for ARRAY trackers and APA Solar Racking. Atlas I is designed for standard soil conditions, connecting the driven foundation (shortened W-beams or sigma piles) to the tracker through adjustable rolling steel C-channels and bearing interfaces. By adjusting its vertical C-shaped channel, slight deviations in the height of the foundation can be corrected. Atlas I shortens the depth of penetration into the foundation and separates the foundation from the tracker interface. Atlas II is designed to cope with challenging soil conditions by using foundations such as spiral piles or ground screws that have dual leg support and load-bearing capacity. This reduces the number of connection points compared to the APA A-Frame foundation. This also gives the system greater adjustability in both vertical and east-west directions. For decades, developers have relied on commodity steel piles that were never designed as part of tracking systems, "said Josh Von Deylen, CEO of APA Solar, which is part of ARRAY. Atlas has changed this by combining the foundation and tracker interface into a dedicated solution, helping customers install faster, procure more efficiently, and execute projects with greater confidence.

• July 29, 2026

Tesla has signed a PPA agreement with ContourGlobal for the power supply of the Stirling Project, a 509-megawatt solar and 1.4-gigawatt-hour energy storage project located in Arizona. The Stirling Project will commence construction in 2025, adhering to the subsidy deadline through offline physical work. It is expected to begin commercial operation in 2028. "Ensuring our largest power procurement agreement to date... serves as proof of our ability to provide tailored solutions for our clients' energy needs," said Antonio Camisera, CEO of ContourGlobal. "This milestone is a remarkable achievement of our business team, who led company-wide efforts to secure this significant deal." Located in Arizona and physically connected to the Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) grid, the Sterling project has direct point-to-point transmission rights, access to California's CAISO, and can establish pseudo-connections to meet Tesla's requirements.

• July 28, 2026

A massive 1.2-gigawatt solar project has commenced construction in an existing coal-mining area between Dallas and Houston, Texas. The $1.7 billion Big Rooter Power project is funded by Panamint Capital, with SOLV Energy serving as the EPC contractor. First Solar panels and Nextpower trackers will be installed. The first phase of the project, the 491-megawatt Big Rooter West, is expected to enter commercial operation in August 2028. The 658-megawatt Big Rooter East will commence construction next year and begin commercial operation in August 2029. These two projects will create over 800 construction jobs. These projects will be located near the Twin Oaks Power Station, which is situated in Bremond, Texas, and includes a 310-megawatt coal-fired power plant. "Big Rooter Power embodies our vision of fully utilizing the U.S. energy infrastructure and ensuring American energy dominance," said Apolka Totth, CEO of Panamint. "Upon completion, the Twin Oaks complex will have 1.5 gigawatts of operational thermal and renewable energy, along with over 20 miles of new 345-kilovolt transmission lines, 1.6 gigawatt-hours of battery storage, and 790 megawatts of zero-emission data center capacity developed on our 10,000-acre site.". ” There are no plans to shut down coal-fired power plants. "Big Rooter is a landmark project that reflects the scale of investment in the future of U.S. energy," said George Hershman, CEO of SOLV Energy. "We are proud to collaborate with Panamint to help realize their vision. From project delivery to long-term asset performance, our focus is on creating enduring value for the community, customers, and stakeholders."

• July 24, 2026

Lightsource bp and Meta have entered into a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) to support the 172-megawatt Mowata Solar project in Acadia Parish, Louisiana. This PPA will add new generation capacity to the local grid, further demonstrating Meta's commitment to expanding energy capacity in its operational regions. This announcement marks another solar PPA between Lightsource bp and Meta. In 2022, Meta signed a long-term PPA for power from the 134 MW Arche Solar Project located in the town of Gorham, Ohio. "We are committed to ensuring that communities and grid infrastructure in Louisiana benefit from our presence. Partnering with Lightsource bp to bring 150 MWAC of new solar capacity online through Mowata Solar is a significant step—it enhances local grid generation and supports the economic growth of Acadia Parish. We are proud to contribute to a more resilient and energy-secure Louisiana," said Amanda Yang, Director of Clean and Renewable Energy at Meta. "This PPA further expands our collaboration with Meta, enhancing Lightsource bp's ability to meet the growing energy and operational needs of the tech industry while scaling renewable energy solutions. Lightsource bp is investing $237 million in Mowata Solar's energy infrastructure in Louisiana, creating hundreds of construction jobs and delivering lasting economic benefits to the Acadia Parish. This partnership demonstrates how renewable energy supports technological innovation and drives meaningful economic growth across Helena's communities," said Emilie Wangerman, Chief Operating Officer and U.S. Head of Lightsource bp. The construction of Mowata Solar is expected to commence later this year, with an anticipated creation of 250-350 jobs. Lightsource bp believes that successful projects begin with building strong community partnerships. In 2025, Lightsource bp provided an initial investment of $400,000 to the Arcadia Parish Industrial Development Committee as part of its commitment to the community's interests in the area. The Arcadia Parish Industrial Development Committee supports investments in local education and infrastructure.

• July 23, 2026

A refugee aid organization in Denver celebrated the completion of a donated 60-kilowatt solar system, which is expected to save the organization over $350,000 in the next 20 years. Solar companies including SolarEdge Technologies, Apollo Energy, Pivot Energy, IronRidge, Greentech Renewables, and Rexel donated the system to Project Worthmore, a nonprofit organization providing support services to refugees in the Denver metropolitan area. The system will power the nonprofit's newly renovated 20,000-square-foot Denver campus. "This solar power system will enable the Worthmore Project to reallocate thousands of dollars each month to initiatives that directly support the families we serve," said Frank Anello, Executive Director of the Worthmore Project. "We are deeply grateful to these companies for working together to make this project possible and helping ensure our new campus can continue serving the community in the future." The solar power system is expected to eliminate most of Project Worthmore's electricity costs. These funds will be used to support educational programs, community initiatives, and shared spaces serving households and local organizations in the Denver metropolitan area. "Such projects demonstrate the potential achievable when the entire solar industry collectively supports their communities," said Chuck Ellis, Vice President of Commercial and Industrial Sales at SolarEdge. "By helping organizations like Project Worthmore reduce operational costs, solar can free up valuable resources for the most impactful projects and services."

• July 22, 2026

Xcel Energy has completed the third phase of the Sherco Solar Project in Becker, Minnesota, which aims to replace a coal-fired power plant nearing retirement. With the first three phases operational, the Sherco Solar Project has now generated 710 megawatts of electricity. The proposed fourth phase will increase Sheko Solar's total power generation capacity to 910 megawatts, capable of supplying electricity to over 190,000 households by 2029. This expansion is expected to create approximately 300 joint construction jobs and generate $90 million in local economic growth. Completing the Sherco Solar Phase III project is an important step in our efforts to provide customers with reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy, "said Bria Shea, President of Xcel Energy Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota. This project demonstrates how we can meet the growing energy demand, create economic opportunities for Minnesota communities, and continue to advance our renewable energy transition by leveraging existing infrastructure and workforce experts. As a senior operations manager at Xcel Energy's solar and energy storage site who grew up in this community and worked at the location, it's exciting to see Sherco's next chapter taking shape, "said Luke Molus. For decades, Sherco factories have been helping to power our region, and today, Sherco Solar is continuing this tradition by providing reliable energy to customers and creating a new future for this location and the people working here. 

• July 21, 2026

Nextpower has completed the previously announced acquisition of Prevalon Energy, a manufacturer of energy storage solutions, marking the beginning of its energy storage business. Prevalon produces domestically energy storage products for the utility-scale energy market, with 6 gigawatt-hours deployed globally to date. "We are delighted to welcome the talented Prevalon team to Nextpower. The team will continue to be led by Tom Cornell, who has served as Prevalon's CEO since its inception," said Dan Shugar, founder and CEO of Nextpower, in the press release. "Reliable energy storage is the foundation for designing, building, and operating critical energy infrastructure. The addition of Prevalon expands our capabilities to serve utility-scale customers and data centers, offering a broader and more mature portfolio of technologies from trusted and reliable partners.". ” Nextpower announced its plan to acquire Prevalon for $365 million in May. Prevalon had previously operated under the business umbrella of Mitsubishi Electric in the U.S. In addition to battery energy storage systems, the company also developed a proprietary control system to operate its battery products. Employees of Prevalon will receive stock units from the new parent company Nextpower after the transition. Nextpower, formerly known as Nextracker, was initially a single-axis solar tracker manufacturer. Over the past few years, it has acquired businesses covering complementary areas in the solar market. Prior to this, the company expanded its domestic solar tracker production by collaborating with contract manufacturers nationwide. Today, Nextpower retains the system's electrical balance products, inverters, structural foundations, solar module frames, robotics, operations and maintenance, and now energy storage, except for solar trackers.

• July 20, 2026

After successfully securing financing, Sol Systems is set to commence construction of a 123-megawatt solar project portfolio in Illinois. These projects will be developed across more than 900 acres of land in Knox, Tazewell, and Peoria counties. "This milestone reflects our ability to advance high-quality projects from the development phase to the construction phase, and to possess the necessary capital structure, execution discipline, and partner support to build a durable self-sustaining and operational asset portfolio," said Richard Romero, CFO of Sol Systems. The solar energy project is expected to create approximately 300 construction jobs, generate over $25 million in long-term property tax revenue, and contribute to the economic and community development of central Illinois. SOLV Energy will serve as the EPC for this project. SOLV is also collaborating with Sol Systems on the Eldorado Solar Project in southern Illinois, which has a capacity of 189 megawatts direct current. "We are proud to continue our collaboration with Sol Systems as the Peoria solar project portfolio is about to enter the construction phase," said George Hershman, CEO of SOLV Energy. "Our team is committed to delivering high-quality clean energy infrastructure safely and reliably, while creating lasting value for the communities where these projects are located. We look forward to bringing our utility-scale EPC experience in Illinois to another significant Sol Systems project portfolio."