News and Insights

Solmar tracks how utility scale solar, storage, and related infrastructure intersect with capital, regulation, and digital demand. This page collects selected news, commentary, and client facing notes, including what rising data center and co-location growth means for real projects and power positions.

Record-Low Prices for New Solar Modules Suppress Growth in Used Solar Market

Falling prices for new solar panels are sharply limiting the resale market for used modules, influencing market dynamics and regional clean energy strategies.

LG Energy Solution’s $4.3B Deal with Tesla Advances LFP Battery Manufacturing in the US

LG Energy Solution’s $4.3 billion partnership with Tesla marks a pivotal step in expanding US-based LFP battery production, supporting electric vehicle manufacturing and clean energy goals.

Overcoming AI Power Conversion Losses to Unlock Data Center Efficiency

Innovations in power conversion technology are helping data centers reclaim wasted capacity and improve AI infrastructure efficiency amid growing energy demands.

Updated UL9540A Standard Sets New Benchmark for BESS Fire Safety

The latest UL9540A update significantly advances safety protocols for battery energy storage systems, shaping infrastructure and regulatory approaches.

Residential Solar Market Faces Decline Amid Policy Shifts and Incentive Expiration

The U.S. residential solar sector is poised for a significant contraction following the expiration of key tax incentives and emerging regulatory challenges.

Ormat Launches 320MWh Battery Storage Facility in California

Ormat’s 80MW/320MWh Shirk battery system in California marks a significant milestone in grid-scale energy storage deployment, enhancing renewable integration and grid reliability.

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