As the U.S. strives to strengthen its domestic renewable energy sector, ES Foundry, a new player in solar cell manufacturing, is helping to reshape the landscape. The company recently celebrated the grand opening of its cutting-edge facility in South Carolina, marking a significant step toward onshoring solar production in the country. The facility, which spans over 400,000 square feet, is projected to employ around 500 people by mid-2025 and produce up to 3 gigawatts (GW)...
Asset management evolves as microgrids play various roles BY MASSOUD AMIN, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Microgrids, as many readers are aware, are small power systems of several megawatts (MW) or less in scale that possess three primary characteristics: distributed...
In a significant move for Pennsylvania’s energy sector, State Senator Gene Yaw has introduced a transformative piece of legislation aimed at modernizing the state's approach to power plant development and capacity management. The bill, which has been the subject of considerable discussion,...
Heavy incentives for small-scale distributed generation are floating around parts of Canada—and are growing globally. With large-scale generation becoming harder to build and having longer lead times, even utilities are looking favorably on small-scale distributed generation, such as residential...
In a significant shift in its renewable energy strategy, New Jersey has recently decided to cancel its plans to award a fourth offshore wind farm project. The decision marks a crucial moment in the state’s ongoing efforts to expand its offshore wind sector, which has long been hailed as a...
In a significant shift in its renewable energy strategy, New Jersey has recently decided to cancel its plans to award a fourth offshore wind farm project. The decision marks a crucial moment in the state’s ongoing efforts to expand its offshore wind sector, which has long been hailed as a...
As the U.S. strives to strengthen its domestic renewable energy sector, ES Foundry, a new player in solar cell manufacturing, is helping to reshape the landscape. The company recently celebrated the grand opening of its cutting-edge facility in South Carolina, marking a significant step toward...
Sunnova, a prominent player in the residential and commercial solar industry, has recently announced a game-changing partnership with OpenSolar, a software company that provides a robust platform for solar installers. This new collaboration aims to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance...
As the U.S. energy landscape shifts towards cleaner, renewable sources, stakeholders in the solar, storage, and broader clean energy sectors are intensifying their lobbying efforts in Washington, D.C., aiming to secure the future of critical tax incentives introduced under the Inflation Reduction...
NuVision Solar, an American-owned and operated manufacturer of solar cells and modules, has announced its entry into the North American market. This strategic move aims to bolster domestic solar manufacturing and reduce reliance on imported solar components. Background The U.S. solar industry has...
In December 2024, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced funding to support community-led geothermal projects, aiming to enhance local energy resilience and promote equitable access to renewable energy. This initiative underscores the DOE's commitment to empowering communities in the...
