• March 13, 2025

The Miami Dade County Commission and regulatory authorities have issued an acceptance notice for QuickBOLT stone coated steel roof hooks, approving their use in adverse weather conditions. Miami Dade County is the regulatory agency for building products, responsible for determining whether building products are suitable for use in high-speed hurricane environments. The stone coated steel roof hook is a stainless steel bracket designed for stone coated steel roofs. We have always been committed to manufacturing brackets that are easy to install, minimize roof damage, and provide unparalleled durability, "said Rick Gentry, Head of New Products at QuickBOLT." This is a difficult balance, but this approval proves that we are on the right path

• March 12, 2025

When the House Ways and Means Committee began planning the government's 2025 budget under President Trump, 21 House Republicans signed a letter requesting committee chairman Jason Smith (R-MO) to retain the existing energy tax credits. This letter is led by Congressman Andrew Gabarino (R-NY) and shares the same views as a similar letter last summer, which was signed by 18 Republican lawmakers demanding that Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) retain the Irish Republican Army. In our letter dated March 9th, we write to emphasize the importance of prioritizing affordable energy for American households and maintaining our current energy dominance in efforts to repeal or reform existing energy tax credits The Republican Party points out that the long-term certainty of IRA is crucial for developers to plan and fund domestic energy projects in the United States. Many tax credits are established within a decade, which allows energy developers to consider these tax incentives when planning. These timelines have been heavily dependent on capital allocation, planning, and project commitments, all of which are threatened by additional restrictive mechanisms such as premature cancellation of tax credits or restrictions on transfers, "the Republicans wrote.

• March 11, 2025

Savion announced today that the Kiowa County Solar Power Project (KCSP) located in Kiowa County, Oklahoma, has begun commercial operations. This 100 megawatt solar facility is Savion's first project developed, constructed, and owned in the state. The project covers an area of 1235 acres and started construction in August 2023, with completion in December 2024. It includes over 189000 double-sided solar panels. We have signed a long-term power procurement agreement with a Fortune 100 technology company to purchase all the production capacity of the facility. The solar project is located in the southwest of Oklahoma, adjacent to Snyder Town, and is expected to generate enough electricity annually to power approximately 21000 households in Oklahoma for the next 40 years. The project will be interconnected with the AEP substation and connected to the Southwest Power Alliance. SOLV Energy is responsible for the EPC work of the site, while Shell Renewable Asset Management International (SRAMI) is responsible for overseeing asset management. Savion President Nick Lincon stated, "The launch of the Kiowa County solar project will expand Savion's operational asset coverage and emphasize our mission to own and operate solar facilities that contribute to injecting clean energy into the US power grid. The launch of this project marks another milestone for Savion as an independent power producer, and more facilities will be put into use in the future

• March 10, 2025

Ardagh Glass Packaging North America (AGP North America), a subsidiary of Ardagh Group, has completed a 13 MWDC solar project that will soon provide clean energy to its factory in Madeira, California. The Madera solar farm, built, owned, and operated by Longroad Energy, will provide renewable energy for Ardagh's glass manufacturing plant, accounting for approximately 20% of the plant's electricity demand. Longroad collaborated with First Solar, Valta Energy, McCarthy Building Companies, Nevados, and AC Electric Company to make the project a reality. Eric Barnhart, Vice President of Development at Longroad Energy, said, "Longroad Energy is pleased that our solar project will help AGP North America achieve its impressive sustainability goals. We are proud to collaborate with AGP North America to contribute to a clean and more resilient future In addition to the Madera project, in 2019, Ardagh also collaborated with KDC Solar to build a state-of-the-art solar field at a glass production plant in Bridgetown, New Jersey. This renewable power project in Madeira demonstrates Ardagh's commitment to sustainable development, "said Brian Brandstatter, President and CEO of AGP North America. In addition to protecting the environment, we also invest in local communities and customers. By strengthening our sustainability efforts, we ensure long-term value, reliability, and cost-effective solutions for brands that rely on us. This initiative highlights our commitment to becoming a responsible and forward thinking glass container manufacturer in California

• March 07, 2025

Solar bracket manufacturer DCE Solar has partnered with global solar tracking technology provider Axial Structural Solutions to bring Axial's dual row tracker Twin to customers across the United States. Tracker Twin is the first dual row tracker to adopt co directional power technology, which can adapt to different terrains and minimize civil engineering. According to the press release, the Tracker Twin has undergone wind tunnel testing and can withstand extreme weather conditions. The torque tube of this tracker is designed to shorten installation time and uses corrosion-resistant fasteners and components. It uses proprietary operating software to minimize inter line shading to the greatest extent possible. More than 25 GW of axial tracker solutions have been installed worldwide. Tracker Twin is designed to support larger module formats and withstand challenging environmental conditions. DCE Solar founder and CEO Bill Taylor said, "Our collaboration with Axial marks an important milestone in our mission to drive efficiency and innovation in solar installations. The revolutionary design of the Tracker Twin will enable developers to reduce costs, increase project feasibility, and maximize energy production. We are pleased to introduce this cutting-edge technology to the US market and help shape the future of solar energy

• March 06, 2025

SolaTrim has launched a new pest control system ST-500 panel for residential solar projects. The ST-500 panel is 5 inches tall and has more diverse functions, which can protect the solar cell array from harmful pests and debris accumulation, and does not require too much trimming. ST-500 adopts a durable and weather resistant aluminum structure, with a smooth black coating on the surface and a seamless appearance. Its innovative diamond embossing design ensures airflow beneath the panel, maintaining system efficiency, while 3M VHB adhesive simplifies installation - no screws or rivets are needed. Sarah Lemberg, Sales and Marketing Director of SolaTrim, said, "The ST-500 provides installers with greater flexibility in size selection when using SolaTrim for customers, ensuring effective protection for solar arrays of all sizes

• March 05, 2025

Schneider Electric announced that Caneros Winery (a producer and grower of premium Caneros sparkling wine and limited edition Pinot Noir wine) reduced carbon emissions last year by deploying solar microgrids, saving $70000 annually. In the heart of Napa Valley, Caneros Winery has deployed Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure Microgrid, a standardized and validated microgrid platform for managing the winery's on-site power generation. By deploying solar panels and microgrids, Caneros Winery can independently produce nearly 80% of its energy for winery operations such as fermentation, bottling, and wine tasting. Given the significant threat posed to California's brewing industry by the increasing number of public safety power outages and extreme weather events, deploying resilient and energy-efficient microgrid solutions is crucial for the operation of breweries, "said Jana Gerber, North American President of Schneider Electric Microgrid. This system allows breweries to manage energy from solar panels, batteries, and generators, providing backup power. All of this is managed through our microgrid control, providing seamless power to the distillery The winery manages its energy usage through Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure Microgrid Advisor software platform, which uses artificial intelligence to monitor the on-site distributed energy (DER) generation. The deployment of microgrids has doubled the power generation of Domaine Carneros compared to the solar system originally installed by the winery 20 years ago. Excess solar energy is stored in on-site batteries for use at night or during power outages, while backup generators can provide additional energy when solar energy is unavailable. Remi Cohen, CEO of Domaine Carneros, said, "Our ability to produce the highest quality wine and create the most unforgettable wine experience depends on reliable and efficient energy. With Schneider Electric's advanced microgrid technology, we are able to completely transform our energy infrastructure and maximize the use of renewable energy. This is crucial for maintaining our operations during times when power outages due to wildfires and severe weather are becoming increasingly common The microgrid enables Caneros Winery to be completely self-sufficient during power outages. It allows wineries to connect and disconnect from the power grid, allowing for operation in "island mode" with batteries storing energy for emergency use. If the power grid experiences a power outage or electricity prices reach their peak, microgrids will respond by providing continuous power supply during the outage and helping to avoid excessive electricity demand costs during peak hours. Schneider Electric collaborated with the PowerFlex division of EDF Renewables to design a microgrid. PowerFlex provides power infrastructure to integrate solar energy and battery storage systems.

• March 04, 2025

Renewable America announced that its West Tambo Clean Power II (WEST-II) site has achieved commercial operation. This 8.5-acre, 2.93-megawatt DC solar project is located in Livingston, California, in a community designated as vulnerable (DAC) and low-income (LIC). WEST-II will provide clean renewable energy to San Jose, California. The WEST-II site integrates environmentally vulnerable groups and low-income communities into one project, forming a strong mutually beneficial cycle - providing employment, cleaner air, and economic growth for one side, while providing affordable renewable energy for the other, "said Ardi Arian, President and CEO of Renewable Energy USA. We also celebrated several important milestones in this development, such as a promising new partnership with San Jose Clean Energy Company, successful union labor contracts, and expanding opportunities for vulnerable groups to use solar energy A key aspect of the WEST-II development project is the integration of local union labor halls to ensure that the project supports workers in the region, especially those participating in apprenticeship training programs. In addition, the project also received a 20% ITC under the Low Income Community Reward Points Program for selling electricity to low-income households. Renewable America led the development of WEST-II, utilizing internal resources for end-to-end project development, including land survey, lease negotiation, engineering, licensing, design, and initiation. The project was built with higher efficiency, quality control, and coordination throughout all stages of development and construction, while the majority of the work was completed independently by the licensed C-10 and General B construction departments.

• March 03, 2025

The main trends of solar energy from the beginning of the year to the present (YTD) are: EIA stated in its latest monthly "Electricity Monthly Report" (data as of December 31, 2024) that the total utility scale and "estimated" small-scale (such as rooftop) solar energy increased by 26.9% in 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. The scale of solar thermal and photovoltaic power generation in public utilities increased by 32.0%, while small-scale solar photovoltaic power generation increased by 15.3%. Overall, solar power accounted for nearly 7.0% (6.91%) of the total electricity generation in the United States for the year. In December alone, the scale of solar power generation by public utilities increased by 42.0% compared to December 2023. Small scale solar energy (i.e. systems with a capacity of less than 1 megawatt) accounts for 27.9% of all solar power generation and will provide 1.9% of the United States' electricity supply by 2024. [1] In fact, the electricity generated by small-scale solar photovoltaic power generation is almost twice that of utility scale biomass power generation, and more than five times that of utility scale geothermal power generation or petroleum liquid and coke mixture power generation. Key milestones for renewable energy structure in 2024: In 2024, the power generation of wind farms in China will increase by 7.7% compared to a year ago. Wind energy remains the largest source of renewable energy generation, accounting for 10.3% of the country's total electricity generation. By 2024, the combination of wind and solar energy will provide over 17.2% of the country's electricity generation. The combination of all renewable energy sources (i.e. wind, solar, hydro, biomass, and geothermal) will provide 24.2% of the total electricity production in the United States by 2024, compared to 23.2% a year ago. From January to December this year, renewable energy generation increased by 9.6% compared to the same period last year, almost three times the growth rate of natural gas generation (3.3%) and more than ten times the growth rate of nuclear power generation (0.9%). In December alone, renewable energy generation increased by 10.1% compared to December 2023. Other noteworthy developments: By 2024, wind power generation will exceed hydropower by 87.2%, while solar power generation will exceed hydropower by 25.2%. [2] In addition, this year's wind and solar power generation is 15.9% higher than coal, approaching the share of nuclear energy in total power generation (17.2% vs. 17.8%). The renewable energy structure has consolidated its position as the second largest source of electricity generation after natural gas. Renewable energy currently provides a quarter of the country's electricity, "said Ken Boson, Executive Director of SUN DAY Campaign. Therefore, the reckless actions of the Trump administration to disrupt wind, solar, and other renewable energy sources will have serious negative impacts on the country's power supp...