Solmar Capital, Author at Solmar Capital

Grid Operations and Technology

Global Solar Generation Surpasses 540 GW Peak in April 2025

Solar power reached a new milestone with global output topping 540 GW in April 2025, underscoring rapid infrastructure expansion and grid integration challenges.

December 30, 2025

Policy and Regulation

PGE Gains Approval for Price Increase in 1GW Battery Storage Amid Tariff and ITC Shifts

Portland General Electric secures regulatory consent to raise prices on its 1GW battery energy storage portfolio, reflecting evolving tariffs and tax credit frameworks.

December 30, 2025

Policy and Regulation

Balancing Cost, Quality, and Durability in Solar and Storage Technology Choices

Navigating solar and storage markets requires a nuanced approach that prioritizes long-term reliability alongside upfront costs to ensure sustainable energy infrastructure.

December 29, 2025

Policy and Regulation

Navigating Solar Growth in New England’s Dynamic Energy Market

ReVision Energy’s innovative approach to workforce and relationship management is driving sustained solar expansion amid evolving clean energy policies in New England.

December 26, 2025

Grid Operations and Technology

Michigan Utilities Awarded Damages Over Defective Upgrades at Pumped Hydro Facility

A jury has ruled in favor of Michigan utilities Consumers Energy and DTE Energy, awarding financial damages related to defective equipment upgrades at a key pumped hydro facility.

December 25, 2025

Grid Operations and Technology

Broadcom Advances Private Cloud Strategy at VMware Explore 2025

Broadcom reiterates its commitment to private cloud solutions at VMware Explore 2025, emphasizing infrastructure modernization, security, and regulatory compliance.

December 24, 2025

Grid Operations and Technology

New Orleans Advances $28M Virtual Power Plant to Enhance Grid Resilience

New Orleans City Council has authorized a $28 million investment in its inaugural virtual power plant program, signaling a pivotal step toward distributed energy resource integration and improved grid stability.

December 23, 2025

Data Centers and AI Infrastructure

AI Workloads Trigger Power Surges Impacting Data Center Hardware and Budgets

Rapid fluctuations in AI training power demands are stressing server hardware and power infrastructure, leading to higher operational costs and reduced equipment longevity.

December 23, 2025

Transmission and Interconnection

Massachusetts Advances Major Energy Storage Procurement with 1.3 GW Award

Massachusetts has awarded 1.3 GW in a landmark energy storage tender, progressing its ambitious 5 GW storage mandate through transformative project selections.

December 23, 2025