Lightstar Illinois Agrivoltaics Community Solar Project Obtains Permitting
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by Michael Bates
7h ago
Lightstar Renewables has been awarded permitting for its 4.95 MW, 36 acre Nesler Road agrivoltaics community solar project.  The greenfield community solar developer and long-term owner and operator of U.S. community solar farms says the Kane County, Ill. project is expected to generate enough energy to power 1,100 homes annually, while simultaneously cultivating hay for grazing livestock during winter months through dual use of the land. “This project, now fully permitted, exemplifies the immense value in safeguarding family land from sprawling development,” says Cecelia Stephens, develo ..read more
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Aardex Launches Spin-Off Stellera, Focused on Community Solar
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by Kimberly Warner-Cohen
7h ago
Aardex has launched a new company, Stellera, which will specialize on end-to-end community solar project development with a focus on groups disproportionately impacted by the energy transition. “Aardex has a decades-long track record of successfully developing projects that positively impact communities,” says Caleb Hebel, principal for Aardex and Stellera.  “Stellera is the natural evolution of our growing understanding that incorporating clean energy is essential to the security, resilience and long-term prosperity of our communities. Our team brings extensive experience navigating the ..read more
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Maxeon Solar Technologies Initiates TOPCon Patent Infringement Lawsuit
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by Kimberly Warner-Cohen
16h ago
Maxeon Solar Technologies has initiated a patent infringement lawsuit in the Eastern District of Texas against Canadian Solar, alleging infringement of its patents relating to its Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact (TOPCon) solar cell technology. The company says the innovations behind the technologies are protected by a global patent portfolio. “Maxeon has a strong heritage in developing solar cell technology, leading the development and commercialization of tunnel oxide passivated contacts,” says Marc Robinson, associate general counsel at Maxeon.  “Years before the moniker ‘TOPCon’ starte ..read more
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Amshore Unveils Texas Solar and BESS Project
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by Kimberly Warner-Cohen
1d ago
Amshore Renewable Energy has introduced its new Texas Route 66 Solar + Battery Project, available to utility companies and independent power producers. The company secured site control of approximately 1,500 acres for the project, offering potential for dual interconnection in ERCOT or SPP markets.  “Amshore Renewable Energy’s Route 66 project in Texas is a testament to our unwavering commitment to find, evaluate and create projects that meet the growing demand for clean energy and contribute to reducing CO2 emissions,” says Amshore’s Tylan Shelton. “We’ve identified the site, analyzed th ..read more
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LRE Signs PPA with Microsoft for Morrow Lake and Cradle Solar
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by Michael Bates
2d ago
Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) has entered into a PPA with Microsoft for power generated from two 200 MW LRE solar facilities currently under development: Morrow Lake Solar in Frio County, Texas, and Cradle Solar in Brazoria County, Texas.  Both projects will utilize First Solar thin-film PV modules.  “We are honored to collaborate with Microsoft in our joint commitment to accelerate the energy transition with the addition of these clean energy projects,” says Jason Allen, LRE’s CEO.  “We look forward to strengthening our relationships with Frio County and Brazoria County as we ..read more
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Suniva, Heliene Announce Strategic Sourcing Contract for U.S.-Produced PV Modules
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by Kimberly Warner-Cohen
2d ago
Suniva and Heliene have executed a three-year strategic sourcing contract in which Heliene will incorporate Suniva’s U.S.-made solar cells into its domestically produced modules, with market availability slated for later this year.  Heliene says its modules will be the first crystalline PV modules incorporating U.S.-made solar cells.  “Heliene is proud to embark on this historic partnership with Suniva at a time when the U.S. is poised to capture a greater share of the global solar market by bolstering domestic manufacturing and onshoring of supply,” says Martin Pochtaruk, CEO of Hel ..read more
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SnapNrack, CertainTeed Collaborate on Warranties for Residential Solar Installs
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by Kimberly Warner-Cohen
2d ago
SnapNrack and CertainTeed are partnering in an effort to provide more assurance during residential panel installs by offering complimentary warranties with certain product purchase and work. The collaboration says it has introduced a panel and mounting option to market that does not void the asphalt shingle limited warranty against manufacturing defects. Under the partnership, a solar system installed with CertainTeed asphalt shingles, SnapNrack and CertainTeed Solstice Panels will qualify for CertainTeed’s Umbrella Coverage, provided the installation is performed by a credentialed contractor ..read more
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Walmart Signs PPA with EDP Renewables in Texas
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by Erin O'Connor
3d ago
EDP Renewables North America and Walmart have signed a 15-year PPA for a portion of a new 180 MW Texas solar project.  Under the PPA, Walmart will be an offtaker for 162 MW.  “EDPR NA is proud to partner with Walmart to help serve its purpose of helping people save money and live better, which is well aligned with ours, to save families money and improve quality of life for the communities we serve, all while reducing our overall carbon footprint,” says Sandhya Ganapathy, EDP Renewables North America CEO. “Walmart has shown immense leadership in driving local environmental stewardshi ..read more
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Collins Aerospace, Luminace Partner with Common Energy on Portland Community Solar
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by Michael Bates
3d ago
Collins Aerospace, Luminace and Common Energy have formed a partnership to support a portfolio of four new community solar projects across Portland, Ore.  The projects, with a total 12 MW capacity, will be owned and operated by Brookfield Renewables’ Luminace.Collins’ facility in Wilsonville, Ore. will make up the commercial allocation, while 10% of the projects’ credits will be allocated to low-income households. “We’re excited to partner with world class companies like Collins Aerospace and Luminace to energize community solar projects across the country,” says Richard Keiser, founder a ..read more
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Swift Current, NRG Sign PPA for Texas Tres Bahias Solar Project
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by Kimberly Warner-Cohen
3d ago
Swift Current Energy’s 260 MW Tres Bahias Solar project located on Texas’ Gulf Coast is now powering City of Houston facilities through a PPA with an affiliate of NRG Energy. UnitedHealth Group and Morgan Stanley Renewables are providing the tax equity for the project. ING Capital previously provided construction financing, with Siemens Financial Services and Associated Bank as additional lenders in the construction financing.  “We are excited that Tres Bahias is now contributing pollution-free energy to the City of Houston’s facilities,” says Eric Lammers, CEO and co-founder of Swift Cur ..read more
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