Solmar Capital, Author at Solmar Capital

Policy and Regulation

Solar Development on Farmland Shows Minimal Impact on Food Prices

Recent data reveals that utility-scale solar expansion on agricultural land minimally affects national commodity markets, alleviating concerns over food price inflation.

May 19, 2026

Policy and Regulation

Eos and ESS Drive Momentum for US Long-Duration Energy Storage in 2026

Eos Energy and ESS are positioning for expansive growth in US long-duration energy storage markets, aligning with emerging infrastructure needs and policy drivers.

May 19, 2026

Policy and Regulation

Advanced Solar Macro-Siting Minimizes Opposition at Minimal Cost

Innovative solar macro-siting models enhance utility-scale deployment by safeguarding sensitive lands, easing permitting with only a slight cost increase.

May 18, 2026

Grid Operations and Technology

dcbel Advances Bi-directional EV Charging With Expanding California Deployments

Montreal-based dcbel is nearing 200 bi-directional EV charger installations in California, advancing grid-supportive infrastructure while initiating Quebec market entry.

May 16, 2026

Grid Operations and Technology

Zelestra Energises 1GWh Hybrid Battery Energy Storage Project in Chile’s Atacama Desert

Spanish developer Zelestra has commissioned a landmark 1GWh hybrid battery energy storage system in Chile’s Atacama Desert, advancing regional grid resilience and renewable integration.

May 16, 2026

Policy and Regulation

Massachusetts’ Distributed Solar Capacity Surpasses Projected Demand by 2050

Massachusetts demonstrates a distributed solar technical potential of 92 GW, more than tripling 2050 peak load forecasts, reshaping the state’s energy infrastructure and policy strategies.

May 15, 2026

Manufacturing and Supply Chain

China’s Gotion and Richardson Electronics Collaborate on US-Based Battery Energy Storage Systems

China’s Gotion Corporation partners with Richardson Electronics to produce battery energy storage systems in the US, signaling shifts in global supply chains and regional energy infrastructure development.

May 15, 2026

Grid Operations and Technology

Clean Energy’s Emerging Role as a Critical Load-Serving Resource

As states manage emissions, reliability, and growing demand, clean energy transitions from a fossil fuel substitute to a vital grid resource.

May 14, 2026

Finance and Transactions

Galileo’s Strategic Entry into Own-Operate Renewables Signals Shifts in Europe’s PPA Market

Galileo’s launch of its first own-operate renewable energy project marks a pivotal moment in Europe’s evolving PPA landscape and regional infrastructure dynamics.

May 13, 2026

Policy and Regulation

Emerging Risks in Solar Asset Management: Fires, Compliance, and Battery Data Accuracy

Recent assessments reveal critical operational threats to solar infrastructure including equipment fires, regulatory compliance challenges, and inaccuracies in battery performance data.

May 13, 2026