Solmar Capital, Author at Solmar Capital

Data Centers and AI Infrastructure

Innovative Battery Storage Models Power AI Data Centers in Nordic and US Markets

Emerging battery storage business models for AI data centers are unlocking grid-balancing revenues in Nordic markets and leveraging distributed computing in the US.

July 9, 2026

Policy and Regulation

New Mexico Approves Phase 2 Expansion of Community Solar Program

The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission has advanced Phase 2 of the community solar program, setting the stage for broader deployment of distributed solar infrastructure across the state.

July 9, 2026

Policy and Regulation

New Leaf Energy pursues fast-track BESS approval with California Energy Commission

New Leaf Energy shifts its battery energy storage system project to the California Energy Commission’s fast-track approval to bypass local permitting delays in Santa Cruz County.

July 9, 2026

Manufacturing and Supply Chain

Bolstering U.S. Solar Cell Manufacturing to Secure the Downstream Market

Strengthening domestic solar cell production is essential for the U.S. downstream solar industry to build a resilient supply chain and sustainable manufacturing ecosystem.

July 8, 2026

Grid Operations and Technology

HyperStrong to Launch Sodium-Ion Battery Storage in China Ahead of Global Rollout

HyperStrong is set to deploy its sodium-ion battery energy storage systems in China first, targeting international markets by 2027 amid evolving storage infrastructure demands.

July 8, 2026

Manufacturing and Supply Chain

ES Foundry Expands Manufacturing Capacity to 3 GW Annually Amid U.S. Solar Boom

ES Foundry’s factory expansion raises U.S. solar cell output capacity to 3 GW per year as nationwide solar manufacturing surges toward 20.5 GW by 2027.

July 7, 2026

Grid Operations and Technology

Engie Secures Long-Term Offtake for 625MWh Battery Storage in Spain

Engie has finalized a major flexibility purchase agreement for 625MWh of battery energy storage in Spain, marking a pivotal advancement in regional grid modernization.

July 7, 2026

Policy and Regulation

South Carolina’s Columbia Awarded Solar Wastewater Project Amid Federal Grant Conflict

South Carolina’s capital must navigate complex EPA grant conflict-of-interest rules, awarding an $8.9 million solar project to an out-of-state developer despite a lower local bid.

July 6, 2026

Data Centers and AI Infrastructure

Implications of Data Centre and Cybersecurity Trends for Battery Energy Storage in Europe

The growing intersection of data centres and cybersecurity developments is reshaping the deployment and operation of battery energy storage systems across Europe.

July 4, 2026

Manufacturing and Supply Chain

U.S. ITC Issues Limited Exclusion Order in Shoals-Voltage Patent Dispute

The U.S. International Trade Commission enforces a limited exclusion order against certain Voltage imports over patent infringement, with nuanced rulings on alternative designs.

July 3, 2026