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Gov. Gianforte vetoes Montana community solar legislation

On June 13, Gov. Greg Gianforte vetoed bipartisan legislation that would have created a community solar program in Montana. Solar advocates including the Coalition for Community Solar Access had sent a letter to the Montana Public Services Commission committing to work hand-in-hand with regulators and lawmakers on the specifics of the program if passed. “We… …

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Tigo Energy MLPE now compatible with sonnen inverter-battery systems

Tigo Energy announced that Tigo TS4 MLPE devices are now operationally compliant and compatible with hybrid inverter-battery systems from sonnen. The certification covers sonnenBatterie hybrid models and Tigo TS4 product family when properly designed and installed. “The certification of compatibility between Tigo MLPE devices and our hybrid series is a very positive development for the… …

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Verogy and NJR Clean Energy Ventures break ground on Connecticut community solar project

Verogy, a West Hartford-based solar developer, and NJR Clean Energy Ventures (CEV), the renewable energy subsidiary of New Jersey Resources, today celebrated the groundbreaking of Glastonbury Solar One, a 3-MW community solar project located in Glastonbury, Connecticut. This marks the first project under construction from the strategic partnership between the two organizations announced in October… …

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New West Virginia utility rate proposal would retroactively reduce solar customer net-metering rates

On Tuesday, June 17, West Virginians from across the state will take action in response to Appalachian Power and Wheeling Power’s proposed base rate increase and drastic cuts to rooftop solar compensation. Residents will gather at a rally outside the Public Service Commission (PSC) in Charleston and at a community streaming and speaking event at… …

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Bila Solar now making dual-glass bifacial panels at Indianapolis factory

Bila Solar has begun producing its new line of silicon solar panels at its Indianapolis factory, the company announced. “This is a pivotal moment not just for Bila Solar, but for the entire U.S. clean energy industry,” said Mick McDaniel, Vice President and General Manager of Bila Solar. “Our Indianapolis facility proves the power of… …

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Mayfield Renewables announces 2025 Education Summit in Seattle

Engineering consultancy firm Mayfield Renewables announced its second-annual Education Summit will be held Oct. 15-16, 2025, in Seattle, Washington. The Summit is a learning-focused live event for developers, EPCs, manufacturers and industry stakeholders working in commercial and industrial solar + storage. The event will feature two full days of training sessions and networking opportunities. Compared… …

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Yaskawa America to invest $180 million in Wisconsin manufacturing plant

Governor Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) and company officials, announced that Yaskawa America will invest at least $180 million and create more than 700 new high-paying jobs in Wisconsin. Yaskawa America is experiencing significant growth driven by innovation in robotics, motion control, AC drives and solar inverters. The company’s newest… …

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Nexamp cuts ribbon on first “Community-Driven Community Solar” project in Illinois

Nexamp and Trajectory Energy Partners this week celebrated the opening of Blue Grama Solar, a 4.7-MW community solar farm that marks a significant step forward in Illinois’ clean energy transition. As the first Community-Driven Community Solar (CDCS) project energized under the Illinois Shines program, Blue Grama Solar, located in Galesburg, Illinois, prioritizes community involvement and… …

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US ENGIE brand acquired by LS Power, rebrands as Opterra

LS Power has acquired ENGIE Services U.S. and rebranded the business to its previous name, Opterra Energy Services. Opterra has more than 50 years of operational experience, providing energy solutions including energy efficiency upgrades, renewable energy systems, energy storage, microgrids, operations and maintenance, HVAC and lighting. Opterra has completed more than 9,000 public sector projects across North… …

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San José Clean Energy expands Solar Access Program to more than 200 new customers

San José Clean Energy (SJCE) has announced a significant expansion of its award-winning Solar Access Program, which provides 100% renewable energy to pollution-burdened, lower-income residents across San José at a 20% discount. While serving over 800 customers since its launch in 2021, the program is set to expand to more than 1,000 customers thanks to… …

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