Decom Solar has successfully completed the decommissioning of a 360-kW rooftop solar array in Los Angeles, California, for Target Corporation and PowerFlex. The previous system consisted of legacy Shell Powerlight modules, Xantrax inverters and an integrated PowerGuard flat racking solution. The entire project, including the removal of all system equipment, was completed within three weeks.… The post Decom Solar decommissions and recycles 360-kW solar array for Target appeared first on Solar Power World ..read more

According to a review by the SUN DAY Campaign of data just released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), wind and solar combined produced more electricity than coal during the first quarter of 2023 and virtually tied nuclear power in March. The latest issue of EIA’s “Electric Power Monthly” report (with data through March… The post Solar and wind energy outproduced coal in Q1 2023 appeared first on Solar Power World ..read more

Enphase Energy has announced the launch of its most powerful home battery to-date, the IQ Battery 5P, for customers in the United States and Puerto Rico. The IQ Battery 5P is modular by design and can deliver 3.84 kW continuous power and 7.68 kW peak power for three seconds, offering homeowners the ability to start… The post Enphase launches new residential LFP battery with 15-year warranty appeared first on Solar Power World ..read more

Oxford PV has set a new world record for efficiency of a commercial-sized M4 solar cell — an incredible 28.6%, as independently certified by Fraunhofer ISE. The cell was made by depositing a thin film of perovskite onto a conventional silicon solar cell. The combined tandem solar cell achieves a conversion efficiency that is substantially… The post Oxford PV reaches world-record solar cell efficiency through perovskites appeared first on Solar Power World ..read more

Roth CH Acquisition IV Co., a publicly traded special purpose acquisition company, has announced the completion of its business combination with Tigo Energy on May 24. The Business Combination was approved by ROCG shareholders in a special meeting held on May 18, 2023, and formally closed today. The combined company will operate under the name… The post Tigo Energy combines business with acquisition company and goes public appeared first on Solar Power World ..read more

Despite being one of the smallest states in the nation, Hawaii is a leader in solar development, with more than $4 billion in total solar investments and over 1.55 GW installed. That leadership is based, in large part, on ambitious renewable energy goals and policies. Hawaii has implemented several policies to support the growth of… The post How Hawaii can stay on top as a solar leader appeared first on Solar Power World ..read more

The Minnesota Solar Energy Industries Association (MnSEIA) celebrated the passage of a historic $80 million investment in solar + energy storage incentive programs by the Minnesota legislature. Clean energy received an unprecedented level of interest, support and forward momentum this legislative session. MnSEIA is excited to see that the Omnibus Environment, Natural Resources, Climate and… The post Minnesota legislature passes $80 million omnibus renewable energy bill <br><span >The bill includes funding for Minnesota’s first energy storage incentive program and much more.</spa ..read more

Lightsource bp reached commercial operation of its 152.5-MWAC/173-MWDC Bellflower Solar project, located about 40 miles east of Indianapolis in Henry and Rush Counties. Lightsource bp developed, financed and will own and operate Bellflower Solar, and has entered into a virtual power purchase agreement with communications company Verizon for the energy generated by Bellflower Solar. “Verizon… The post Lightsource bp completes 152.5-MW pollinator-friendly solar project in Indiana appeared first on Solar Power World ..read more

Smart home and energy storage company Savant Systems has acquired POMCube, a solar battery and inverter company. “As part of our vision to create brighter lives and a more sustainable world, we’re continually looking to improve energy efficiency and independence on the path to net zero,” said Bob Madonna, Savant Systems CEO. “No home can… The post Savant Systems acquires POMCube battery and inverter suite appeared first on Solar Power World ..read more

Energy storage platform provider Powin has selected Jabil, a global manufacturing solutions provider based in St. Petersburg, Florida, to better serve Powin’s expanding base of U.S. customers and projects. Jabil will leverage its power-engineering expertise, global manufacturing footprint, and supply chain insights to accelerate the development and delivery of Powin’s Stack750 Energy and Collection segments.… The post Powin ESS to be manufactured in USA through Florida partner appeared first on Solar Power World ..read more