Scanifly, A PV design and field operations software, is integrating design with IronRidge, a longtime solar racking and mounting supplier. The integration automatically transfers Scanifly design data and panel placement directly into IronRidge’s Design Assistant. The direct API (application programming interface) integration connects Scanifly’s design environment with IronRidge’s racking, bill of materials (BOM) and engineering… The post IronRidge integrates solar mounting design software with Scanifly appeared first on Solar Power World.

J&B Solar, a utility-scale mechanical solar contractor, has launched The Renewable Revolution Apprentice Program (TRRAP), a workforce and compliance platform designed to meet the Inflation Reduction Act’s requirements while building long-term careers in utility-scale solar. TRRAP is led by Casey Swindell, IRA compliance & labor relations manager for J&B, who spearheaded the effort in developing… The post J&B Solar develops in-house registered apprenticeship program appeared first on Solar Power World.

Advanced Green Technologies (AGT), a Florida-based commercial solar contractor founded in 2007, has transitioned to an employee-owned organization along with its parent company, Advanced Roofing Inc. AGT and its affiliated businesses will maintain their leadership, personnel and operational practices through the change to an employee-owned organization. AGT operates as the renewable energy division of Advanced… The post Florida solar installer Advanced Green Technologies is now employee owned appeared first on Solar Power World.

The Dept. of Energy announced on Thursday that it is pulling the plug on $83.6 billion of Biden-era loans slated for clean energy projects. This is the latest action the Trump administration has taken to reprioritize federal support for fossil fuel sources. Of the affected loans, $9.5 billion originally issued for solar and wind projects… The post DOE cancels $83 billion in clean energy loans appeared first on Solar Power World.

Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Maryland’s largest energy utility, introduced a program on Tuesday that would provide zero-cost batteries for medically vulnerable customers. If adopted, the program would offer a solution for continuous power to customers who are at risk during power outages. BGE’s pilot program would provide utility-owned batteries free of charge to qualifying… The post Maryland utility initiative would support medically vulnerable with backup energy appeared first on Solar Power World.

Technical ceramics manufacturer CoorsTek has commissioned Pivot Energy to build three off-site net-metered solar projects supporting the company’s operations in northeastern Colorado. The arrays, totaling 10.4 MWDC, will be built in Greeley. Once operational, the project is expected to generate approximately 20 million kWh of solar energy annually, enough to cover roughly 40% of CoorsTek’s… The post Pivot Energy building 3-project solar portfolio in Colorado appeared first on Solar Power World.

The NC Clean Energy Technology Center (NCCETC) published a report finding that 49 states, plus Washington D.C. and Puerto Rico, had taken distributed solar policy actions during 2025. The NC Clean Energy Technology Center (NCCETC) released its 2025 annual review and Q4 update edition of “The 50 States of Solar,” a quarterly series providing insights… The post Nearly every state actively pursued solar policies in 2025 appeared first on Solar Power World.

Solar accounted for 72% of new electrical generating capacity on the U.S. grid for the first 10 months of 2025, according to a review of FERC data by the SUN DAY Campaign. Solar PV has held this position for 26 months in a row and has now edged out wind power as the largest source… The post Solar eclipses wind as largest US renewable energy source appeared first on Solar Power World.

Electric Research and Manufacturing Cooperative (ERMCO), a distribution transformers manufacturer, is opening a new factory in Maricopa County, Arizona. The investment will create more than 500 jobs for the community. Located in in Waddell, approximately 30 miles west of Phoenix, the facility will expand ERMCO’s three-phase transformer production capabilities and while exploring new manufacturing options.… The post ERMCO starting 3-phase transformer factory in Arizona <br><span style='color:#404040;font-weight:600;font-size:15px;'>Production expected to begin in 2027.</span> appeared first on Solar Power World.

Earlier this month, Duke Energy Florida unveiled its DeBary Hydrogen Production Storage System in Volusia County, Florida, a system capable of producing, storing and combusting up to 100% green hydrogen. This system is located at Duke Energy Florida’s existing DeBary solar site, which provides energy for two electrolyzer units that separate water molecules into oxygen and… The post Duke Energy building green hydrogen plant powered by Florida solar project appeared first on Solar Power World.

EG4 Electronics is joining with Leap to enable EG4 products acceptance in virtual power plant (VPP) programs. Through this collaboration, EG4 inverters and batteries integrated with Leap’s platform will enable customers to access home backup with grid-interactive capabilities, automated participation in utility and wholesale market grid services programs, and monetization of battery storage and flexible… The post EG4 links with Leap to enable VPP participation appeared first on Solar Power World.

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed six executive orders on her first day in office, including two affecting utility costs and energy permitting. “In the Navy, I learned that you have to lead, follow or get out of the way — and I promised the people of New Jersey that I would be on a… The post New Jersey governor spends first day in office issuing executive orders on solar appeared first on Solar Power World.