Sunrise brief: California advances flexible demand that can absorb renewable power
Also on the rise: Google invests in 800 MW solar project in Illinois. PV systems can now support grid as fossil fuels decline. And more.
Startup Enteligent secures $6 million to scale solar EV charging
The company offers a DC-to-DC electric bidirectional electric vehicle charger that allows EVs to charge directly from solar panels without the need to convert to AC.
Natron Energy announces $1.4 billion sodium ion battery factory in North Carolina
The company will open a 24 GW annual production facility, creating over 1,000 jobs.
U.S. module manufacturers seek “critical” retroactive tariffs
Led by First Solar and Hanwha Q Cells, U.S. solar module manufacturers have filed allegations with the Commerce Department, citing “critical circumstances” and suggesting increased module imports due to their previous lawsuit filings.
Sunrise brief: On 2nd anniversary, a look at IRA successes and failures
Also on the rise: Jimmy Carter, champion of solar energy. Heliene to procure U.S.-made solar wafers from NorSun. And more.
Heliene to procure U.S.-made solar wafers from NorSun
The NorSun wafers will be supplied from the company’s planned 5 GW wafer factory in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Sunrise brief: Tariffs on solar cells remain, volume increased
Also on the rise: ChargePoint introduces Omni Port universal EV charger. Agrivoltaics for corn. And more.
Tariffs on solar cells remain, volume increased
The Biden administration issued a proclamation stating that the tariff rate quota of 14.25% on solar cells will remain but volume increases from 5 GW to 12.5 GW.
Sunrise brief: IRA-driven battery projects face delays amid economic headwinds
Also on the rise: Rhode Island passes new consumer protections for solar industry amid rising concerns. Near $1 billion solar cell factory announced in New Mexico. And more.
DCE Solar “roof-friendly” solar mount passes key safety certification
The Eco-Top rooftop mounting structure is designed for commercial and industrial rooftops.
