Avangrid, member of the Iberdrola Group, has completed installation on the 166-MWDC Tower Solar project in Morrow County, Oregon. The project features SEG Solar panels assembled in Houston. The project should reach commercial operation by the end of the year. “This is a major milestone for Tower Solar and demonstrates how investment in America’s energy… The post Avangrid completes mechanical install of 166-MW Tower Solar project in Oregon appeared first on Solar Power World.

The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) voted unanimously last week to repeal the state’s renewable energy standard and tariff (REST) rules. In 2006, the state adopted a renewable portfolio standard (RPS) that required utilities to procure 15% of their energy from renewable sources by 2025, with 30% of that procured from distributed energy technologies. The ACC… The post With RPS already met, Arizona ends customer-funded renewable energy power contracts appeared first on Solar Power World.

Silfab Solar has ceased all production at its solar cell and panel manufacturing site in Fort Mill, South Carolina, after two separate chemical incidents on site. The South Carolina Dept. of Environmental Services (SCDES) requested the shutdown but reiterated that there is “no impact to people, nearby communities or the environment.” Silfab has not yet… The post Silfab solar cell manufacturing site temporarily closed after chemical incident appeared first on Solar Power World.

Eaton announced it has invested $75 million into Span to expand the smart panel and power controls company’s innovation. Eaton will feature Span’s Energy Intelligence technology through Eaton’s new smart panel offer, which will be available through its market-leading distribution, installer and homebuilder networks. “Energy affordability and electrification require smart energy management,” said Heath Monesmith,… The post Eaton invests into Span’s smart panel and energy intelligence business appeared first on Solar Power World.

Qcells announced in a press release today that the company has resumed solar panel assembly at its facility in Cartersville, Georgia, following customs clearance delays. The factory plans to advance from solar panel assembly and integrate ingot, wafer and cell production this year at an annual capacity of 3.3 GW, according to a company spokesperson.… The post Qcells resumes solar panel production in Georgia after customs hurdles appeared first on Solar Power World.

The Virginia State Corporation Commission approved the continued use of a grid safety device that can make mid-scale solar projects financially exorbitant. In early February, the state’s SCC permitted utility Dominion Energy to continue requiring direct transfer trip (DTT) on interconnected solar and storage projects, which prevents distributed energy resources from generating power when operating… The post Virginia maintains costly grid safety practice for distributed solar projects appeared first on Solar Power World.

The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) yesterday approved three initiatives to expand in-state clean energy generation, improve grid reliability and help control electricity costs for New Jersey families and businesses. NJBPU opened incentives to solar and battery storage projects, opened a second round of storage solicitations, advanced the Competitive Solar Incentive (CSI) Program… The post New Jersey expands state community solar program by 3 GW appeared first on Solar Power World.

Origis Energy is slated to complete three solar projects totaling 413 MW in Ector County, Texas, this summer. The Rockhound Projects have received their final round of financing and will join Swift Air Solar II and III in West Texas to produce more than 700 MW of solar energy upon completion. “This financing reflects the… The post Origis developing 413-MW West Texas solar portfolio appeared first on Solar Power World.

Electricity retailer Vistra is expanding its battery aggregation program to include Enphase Energy‘s IQ Batteries for residential virtual power plant (VPP) purposes. The program, Battery Rewards, is offered through Vistra’s flagship retail electricity brand, TXU Energy, and lets eligible Enphase customers earn incentives by exporting stored battery power to the grid during periods of high… The post Vistra adds Enphase batteries to Texas VPP program appeared first on Solar Power World.

Zelestra, a renewable energy company, has commenced construction on its two largest U.S. solar projects to date. Lead EPC McCarthy Building Cos. has started work on both the 253-MWDC Echols Grove in Lamar County, Texas, and the 188-MWDC Cedar Range in Hopkins County. “Following our rapid growth in 2025, Zelestra’s expansion in the U.S. energy… The post Meta signs PPA on 441-MW Texas solar project portfolio appeared first on Solar Power World.

Clayco, a turnkey real estate development and construction firm, is launching Power and Energy, a new business unit that expands the company into the renewable energy sector. With an initial focus on utility-scale solar and energy storage projects, Clayco Power and Energy will provide design and EPC services. “Clayco is committed to supporting the country’s… The post Real estate firm Clayco starts solar development business appeared first on Solar Power World.

Arevon Energy, a renewable energy developer, started operations at the 430-MWDC Kelso Solar Project in Scott County, Missouri. Arevon developed, built and will own and operate the Kelso Solar Project. The two-phase facility, Arevon’s first utility-scale projects in Missouri, increased the state’s solar capacity by nearly 50% and generates enough energy to power more than… The post Arevon’s 430-MW project increased Missouri’s solar capacity by nearly 50% appeared first on Solar Power World.