Solmar Capital, Author at Solmar Capital

Grid Operations and Technology

Queensland Sets New Benchmark with 100GWh Battery Discharge in NEM

Queensland has emerged as the first state in Australia’s National Electricity Market to exceed 100GWh discharged from utility-scale battery storage within a month, marking a pivotal milestone in grid reliability and renewable integration.

May 7, 2026

Policy and Regulation

U.S. Inverter Market Growth Faces Regulatory and Supply Challenges

The U.S. inverter market is set to expand steadily, yet evolving policy constraints and supply chain limitations present critical hurdles for developers and manufacturers.

May 6, 2026

Grid Operations and Technology

NSW Battery Storage Systems Achieve Record 11.9% Energy Capture on 2 May

New South Wales’ battery energy storage systems delivered a milestone by capturing nearly 12% of state electricity consumption, underscoring the growing role of storage in grid stability.

May 6, 2026

Policy and Regulation

The Infrastructure Investment Case for Solar and Storage

The accelerating demand for electricity is driving a fundamental reconsideration of solar and storage as core infrastructure, reshaping energy delivery and resilience.

May 5, 2026

Policy and Regulation

California Greenlights Major 300MW Solar and 1.2GWh Battery Storage Project

California’s approval of the 300MW/1200MWh Soda Mountain solar and battery project marks a significant step toward enhancing grid reliability and renewable integration.

May 5, 2026

Grid Operations and Technology

Smart Meter Integration Enhances Solar, Storage, and EV Charging for Grid Efficiency

A new partnership leveraging smart meter technology aims to optimize the coordination of distributed solar, energy storage, and electric vehicle charging to reduce grid costs and enhance system reliability.

May 4, 2026

Policy and Regulation

Illinois Shines Highlights Walldog Solar Agrivoltaics Project

Illinois Shines reaches nearly 4 GW of capacity, showcasing Walldog Solar, a unique agrivoltaic and pollinator-friendly community solar installation.

May 2, 2026

Data Centers and AI Infrastructure

Data Center Demand Accelerates Commercial Viability of Carbon Dioxide-Based LDES in the US

The rapid power requirements of US data centers are hastening the adoption of innovative long-duration energy storage solutions, particularly carbon dioxide-based systems.

May 2, 2026

Manufacturing and Supply Chain

First Solar’s Strong Q1 2026 Performance Signals Robust Thin-Film Market Expansion

First Solar kicked off 2026 with record Q1 revenue driven by innovative CuRe technology and significant growth in India, underpinning global thin-film solar expansion.

May 1, 2026

Policy and Regulation

Streamlining Energy Infrastructure: DOE Prioritizes Accessible Development

The US DOE emphasizes the urgent need for simplified permitting and streamlined infrastructure development to support affordable and reliable energy across all sources.

May 1, 2026