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united-states
This tag aggregates reporting on U.S. solar and storage policy, market trends, and grid integration, providing essential context for domestic industry developments.
United States: Grant County Projects Nearly $200 Million in Tax Revenue From Solar Developments
Washington State House Bill 1960 creates a new excise tax structure for renewable energy facilities that could generate nearly $200 million in tax revenue for Grant County. This shift from production-based to capacity-based taxation provides a stable long-term funding source for local public entities supporting solar development.
Solar glass survives ~20J hail impacts, but modules crack at lower energy when ice hits near the edge
Sandia National Laboratories research demonstrates that solar module glass withstands impacts up to 20 joules, but modules crack at lower energies when ice strikes near the edge. This finding is critical for engineers and installers to understand the specific mechanical vulnerabilities of large-format modules under severe weather conditions.
$156 million for Mass. solar projects in limbo after courts say EPA illegally withheld funds
Two federal judges ruled that the EPA illegally canceled the Solar for All program, leaving $156 million in Massachusetts grants in limbo. This legal uncertainty impacts project developers and low-income communities relying on federal funding for solar access.
China: Bettery Surges Over 80% in a Week as Copper Paste Technology Resonates with US Battery and Solar Demand
Bettery shares surged over 80% in a week as expectations for reinstated U.S. clean energy subsidies following the midterm elections boosted sentiment in China's A-share solar and storage sectors. This volatility highlights how geopolitical policy shifts and export control regulations directly impact investor confidence and supply chain dynamics for solar and energy-storage professionals.
South Korea: EZ Analysis: Hanwha Solutions Rides the Blue Wave... Solar Power Expectations, When Will Results Follow?
Hanwha Solutions is adjusting module sales to prepare for price increases while awaiting the depletion of market inventory. This matters because the timing of actual shipments and profit realization is critical for translating policy expectations into sustained earnings for solar professionals.
United States: Samsung SDI to Repurpose US EV Battery Line for ESS, Reusing Underutilized Equipment
Samsung SDI is converting its underutilized U.S. EV battery production lines at the Indiana plant to manufacture LFP batteries for energy storage systems. This strategic shift allows the company to leverage existing infrastructure to meet growing ESS demand while improving operational efficiency in a slowing EV market.
United States: Samsung SDI Shakes Up ESS Market Amid Carbon Neutrality Push
Samsung SDI has secured over 60 GWh of ESS battery orders and is converting U.S. production facilities to focus on energy storage systems. This expansion is significant for professionals as it highlights the growing demand for storage capacity driven by renewable energy integration and AI data centers.
Solar and Wind Account for 95% of New U.S. Power Capacity in Q1 2026; FERC Forecasts 133 GW Expansion by 2029 - GreentechLead
FERC's Energy Infrastructure Update reports that solar and wind accounted for over 95 percent of new U.S. power capacity in Q1 2026, with solar adding 6,034.4 MW. This data highlights the accelerating dominance of renewables in the U.S. grid, which is critical for professionals planning long-term infrastructure and investment strategies.
rPlus Energies Credit Facility Closes at Up to $450M
rPlus Energies closed a $450 million revolving credit facility to support solar and storage projects in the American West. This financing structure provides flexible capital for developers managing multiple projects backed by existing operating assets.
Vernon Parish lifts solar farm moratorium
Vernon Parish has lifted its solar farm moratorium and adopted a revised ordinance with new traffic and maintenance rules. This update clarifies local regulatory requirements for developers in the region.
GridPoint launches energy storage initiative targeting 2 GW of distributed installations
GridPoint has announced a plan to deploy 2 GW of distributed battery energy storage systems across more than 20,000 commercial sites in the United States. This initiative is significant for energy professionals as it demonstrates how existing energy management platforms can integrate storage to provide resilience and cost savings for multi-site operators.
United States: FCC Ban Hits A-Share Inverter Sector, Global Expansion Becomes Key to Corporate Success
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission has updated its Covered List to regulate foreign-made connected power inverters, causing significant volatility in the A-share market and impacting Sungrow's stock price. This regulatory shift highlights the critical importance of global market diversification and supply chain resilience for solar inverter manufacturers facing new trade restrictions.
Peak Energy CEO: ‘Anywhere LFP ESS goes, we go – and we do it better
Peak Energy raised $108 million in a Series B round to expand its Sacramento factory for grid-scale sodium-ion BESS. This investment supports the production of 4 GWh annually, aiming to compete with LFP on cost and safety.
Electric battery capacity nearly doubles in the US under Trump
US utility-scale battery storage capacity nearly doubled to 165 GWh in the first 18 months of the current administration, with Q2 2026 installations hitting a record 20.2 GWh. This rapid expansion is driven by grid operators and data centers seeking to manage peak demand and improve system reliability.
These cranberry bogs come with a side of solar
Two cranberry bogs in Massachusetts are the first in the country to harvest berries beneath operating solar arrays. This demonstrates a viable agrivoltaics model that supports local agriculture and renewable energy generation.
Artisan Electric helped turn Vashon into a solar island. Why did it close? - Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber
Artisan Electric, which installed nearly 350 of Vashon's 450 solar sites, closed in May due to a drop in residential sales after the federal homeowner tax credit ended. This case illustrates how policy changes and tight margins can impact local solar installers.
The Engineering Details That Decide Energy Storage Reliability
A second fire at the Moss Landing Power Plant in California ignited approximately 1,200 battery modules that had not been de-energized following structural damage from a previous incident. This event highlights the critical importance of engineering details and safety protocols for maintaining the long-term reliability
Storage-first models and VPP integration define post-ITC solar market
Industry data shows residential solar installations fell 19% while storage deployments held steady, driving the national battery attachment rate to 49%. This shift highlights how VPP integration and storage-first models are becoming essential for installer viability as export compensation declines.
LG Energy Solution posts record Q3 sales on rising ESS shipments
LG Energy Solution reported record Q3 sales and a 25.7 percent rise in operating profit, driven by increased North American ESS shipments and EV battery sales. This highlights the growing contribution of energy storage to the company's financial performance and operational stability.
Solar panels over farmland can cool crops and reduce heat stress for workers
This study presents computational evidence that agrivoltaic shading reduces heat stress for both crops and workers in a simulated New Jersey tomato plantation. It highlights the dual benefit of improved agricultural resilience and enhanced worker safety, which is critical for professionals evaluating the viability of d
NJ Solar Panel Recycling Rules Head to Legal Review
New Jersey's mandatory solar panel recycling law, S3399, is undergoing legal review because only one of six cleared facilities is actively recycling panels. This regulatory delay highlights the critical gap between legislation and operational capacity for end-of-life solar equipment management.
BloombergNEF Forecasts 2026 US Record Additions in Solar, Wind, and Storage — Denkmstrom
BloombergNEF projects 89 GW of new US renewable and storage capacity in 2026, citing a race to meet IRS construction deadlines for tax credits. This highlights how regulatory timelines and data center demand are reshaping project development schedules and grid infrastructure planning.
Tesla halts production of solar roof tiles, shifts to conventional solar panel supply
Tesla has discontinued its solar roof tile product and shifted its third-party installer network to supply only conventional solar panels. This move highlights the challenges of integrating aesthetic design with practical efficiency and cost targets in the residential solar market.