Horizonview Technologies, a solar aerial inspection company, has announced the launch of its new Software 2.0 platform, marking the company’s official debut in the renewable energy market. Having operated in development mode since 2023, Horizonview is now stepping into the spotlight with a platform that provides solar asset owners and operators with full-site orthomosaic imagery… The post Horizonview Technologies unveils new aerial inspection platform for solar projects appeared first on Solar Power World.

A review by the SUN DAY Campaign of data just released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) reveals that solar provided over 11% of total U.S. electrical generation in May while wind + solar produced over one-fifth and the mix of all renewable energy sources generated nearly 30%. EIA’s latest monthly “Electric Power Monthly”… The post Solar power out-produced wind for the first time in May appeared first on Solar Power World.

NLYTN Energy has announced new solar-specific 3D visualization services to help engineers convey proposals to stakeholders. From local governments to landowners, solar stakeholders are seeking further transparency and more confidence, especially in rural environments. Traditional plan sets, site maps and technical drawings often fall short. 3D project visualizations, grounded in actual engineering and existing site… The post NLYTN Energy releases new solar-specific 3D visualization services appeared first on Solar Power World.

Nexamp has successfully completed construction on three community solar projects that included the scope of work typically performed by the electric utility. The concept, known as self-performance, lets developers perform certain grid modifications and infrastructure upgrades to reduce both the time and cost required to connect their projects to the grid. Working with Central Maine… The post Nexamp self-performs grid upgrades for 3 New England community solar projects appeared first on Solar Power World.

Tigo Energy announced a new offering of Inverter Power Output Control (IPOC), or the ability to easily limit the AC power output of Tigo inverters via software during the commissioning process. The ability to reduce the maximum AC power rating of an inverter, also referred to as inverter power derating, allows solar installers to set… The post Tigo inverter AC nameplate rating can now be configured during commissioning appeared first on Solar Power World.

Eaton, in its commitment to achieve net-zero operations by 2050, will install a 4-MW solar system at one of its Wisconsin operations. Working with WEC Energy Group subsidiary We Energies, Eaton will site the project adjacent to its Thomas A. Edison Technical Center in Franksville, Wisconsin, and the array is expected to meet 30% of… The post Eaton to site 4-MW solar array near Wisconsin operations appeared first on Solar Power World.

Gripple has announced a new product called Power-Tie, an advanced cable tie designed to deliver secure, efficient and long-lasting cable management across solar applications. Power-Tie is designed to distribute pressure evenly across electrical cables. This feature minimizes the risk of damage to cable jackets, ensuring long-term cable integrity and helping prevent costly operations and maintenance… The post Gripple releases new Power-Tie that distributes pressure evenly on solar cables appeared first on Solar Power World.

Organic photovoltaic (OPV) company NEXT Energy Technologies has completed the first commercial application of its transparent PV windows. Six windows, each measuring 40 by 60 in. for a total of 100 ft2, were installed at NEXT’s headquarters in Santa Barbara, California. This is the first building-integrated PV (BIPV) facade featuring the OPV coatings developed by… The post Six full-sized transparent PV windows installed at NEXT Energy HQ appeared first on Solar Power World.

The Dept. of Energy (DOE) has announced the Loan Programs Office (LPO) has terminated its conditional commitment for the Grain Belt Express Phase 1 project, a high-voltage DC transmission line intended to connect wind and solar capacity across Kansas and Missouri. The conditional commitment, which would have provided a loan guarantee of up to $4.9… The post DOE terminates loan guarantee for Midwest U.S. wind and solar transmission line appeared first on Solar Power World.

EDPR NA Distributed Generation, the distributed generation business of EDP Renewables North America, and California Water Service have signed a 20-year PPA for a 2.35-MWDC onsite solar array at Cal Water’s Northeast Bakersfield Treatment Plant. The partnership is designed to reduce the utility’s long-term environmental footprint. Cal Water and EDPR NA DG expect the system… The post EDPR developing 2.35-MW solar project to power California water treatment plant appeared first on Solar Power World.

On July 22, the Virginia State Corporation Commission denied the Coalition for Community Solar Access’ (CCSA) Petition for Reconsideration and Clarification of its recent ruling affecting shared solar in Appalachian Power Company (APCo) territory. At issue is the “minimum bill” — a mandatory charge customers must pay to participate in shared solar —which has made… The post Virginia State Corporation Commission leaves community solar in limbo with latest ruling appeared first on Solar Power World.

Cottonwood Gulch Expeditions, a nonprofit educational organization in New Mexico, announced a continued partnership with Everybody Solar for the installation of a new 10.08-kW solar array and electric vehicle charging station at its historic basecamp. Building on the successful 2019 collaboration, which brought 8.85 kW of solar energy and powered more than 17,000 pounds of… The post New Mexico outdoor education organization adds solar + EV charging to basecamp appeared first on Solar Power World.