Eaton announced it will deliver a 370-kW solar-powered microgrid for the new Manchester Public Library in Connecticut to help the structure reach zero net energy (ZNE)-ready status. The newly constructed library will implement grid-interactive renewables, battery storage and electric vehicle (EV) charging — helping maximize energy savings and reduce strain on the local electric grid.… The post Eaton plans 370-kW solar-powered microgrid for new library in Connecticut appeared first on Solar Power World.

The U.S. solar industry installed 11.7 GW of new capacity in Q3 2025, marking the industry’s third-largest quarter on record and pushing total installations this year past 30 GW. Despite actions in Washington targeting clean energy, solar and storage account for 85% of all new power added to the grid in the first nine months… The post The US installed 11.7 GW of solar in Q3 alone appeared first on Solar Power World.

The Baltimore Ravens are tackling sustainability and rising energy costs by commissioning a solar project that will soon be built on M&T Bank Stadium. Lumina Solar is slated to construct a 1,000-panel solar array located on the stadium’s North Plaza once this NFL season has wrapped. This solar project will cover a partial amount of… The post Baltimore Ravens plan 1000-panel solar project at NFL stadium appeared first on Solar Power World.

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) established new rules for what type of solar products are eligible for certain tax credits. The foreign entity of concern (FEOC) rule denies the federal investment tax credit to projects that use too many Chinese components and prevents U.S.-made products that use too many Chinese components from accessing… The post FEOC rules could change solar panel brand trends in United States <br><span style='color:#404040;font-weight:600;font-size:15px;'>SPW's year-end solar panel update.</span> appeared first on Solar Power World.

In August 2025, the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) ruled that President Joe Biden’s 2022 tariff pause on imported solar panels was illegal, and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) should not have followed it. This ruling meant that retroactive duties would be collected on Southeast Asian solar cells and panels imported between April 2022… The post Retroactive duties were ordered to be collected on imported solar panels, but they may not be <br><span style='color:#404040;font-weight:600;font-size:15px;'>SPW's year-end solar panel update.</span> appeared first on Solar Power World.

Maxeon filed a complaint in the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) against Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for preventing Maxeon panels from entering the country. The solar panel manufacturer has been battling “erroneous” actions by the agency for almost two years, as the CBP holds Mexican-assembled Maxeon panels for reviews under the Uyghur Forced… The post Domestic solar panel manufacturing hopeful Maxeon shut out of market <br><span style='color:#404040;font-weight:600;font-size:15px;'>SPW's year-end solar panel update.</span> appeared first on Solar Power World.

In August 2025, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) decided to start an antidumping/countervailing duty (AD/CVD) investigation on solar cells and panels imported from India, Indonesia and Laos. An uptick in solar imports from Indonesia and Laos has been noticeable — more so than from India — but now the Dept. of Commerce is determining… The post AD/CVD investigation still ongoing for India, Indonesia and Laos, but solar panel imports haven’t stopped <br><span style='color:#404040;font-weight:600;font-size:15px;'>SPW's year-end solar panel update.</span> appeared first on Solar Power World.

In July, the Trump administration initiated a Sec. 232 investigation into the polysilicon industry. An affirmative Sec. 232 ruling would let the federal government impose tariffs on imported products if they are deemed a threat to national security. The “goal” of Sec. 232 tariffs is to limit imports and boost domestic manufacturing. The Dept. of… The post Polysilicon tariffs would impact full solar panel supply chain <br><span style='color:#404040;font-weight:600;font-size:15px;'>SPW's year-end solar panel update.</span> appeared first on Solar Power World.

The former CEO of Sunnova is now leading global solar services company Otovo. John Berger licensed the Otovo name earlier this year from the Norwegian startup, and the efforts on separate continents have now merged to offer repair services across Europe and the United States. Berger was appointed CEO of Otovo, and Andreas Thorsheim will… The post Ex-Sunnova CEO leads new solar service and maintenance brand Otovo appeared first on Solar Power World.

A letter organized by the Solar Energy Industries Association and signed by 143 solar companies is heading to the U.S. Senate and the House of Representatives in response to a Department of Interior (DOI) memo that has virtually cut all permitting on solar projects involving the department. “Federal agencies are implementing this directive in a… The post US solar industry demands end to Department of Interior’s permitting blockade appeared first on Solar Power World.

Enphase announced the first production shipments of its next-generation IQ EV Charger 2 to customers across the United States. Designed in a modern black form factor, the IQ EV Charger 2 brings a premium aesthetic to home charging and is designed to work seamlessly with Enphase solar and battery systems or as a powerful standalone… The post Enphase begins shipping IQ EV Charger 2 in the US appeared first on Solar Power World.

Energy Toolbase and Napa-based EPC BPi successfully deployed three energy storage systems (ESS) at the Korbel Winery in Sonoma County, California. The installation is part of the winery’s broader commitment to advancing sustainability and integrating renewable energy across its operations. Energy Toolbase and BPi installed three BYD battery systems integrated with the ETB Controller energy… The post Energy Toolbase providing energy management for new solar + storage operation at Sonoma County winery appeared first on Solar Power World.