News and Insights

Policy and Regulation

Implementing the EU Battery Passport: A Staged Approach for a Resilient Supply Chain

A phased rollout of the EU Battery Passport is critical to strengthening Europe’s battery supply chain and ensuring effective regulatory compliance.

June 12, 2026

Grid Operations and Technology

EDP Renewables and SRP Launch 200 MW Battery Storage Project in Arizona

EDP Renewables and Salt River Project commission a 200 MW, 800 MWh battery storage facility in Arizona, enhancing grid reliability and evening capacity.

June 11, 2026

Market Data and Outlook

U.S. Solar Installations Fall in Q1 but Maintain Dominant Capacity Growth

U.S. solar installations declined 27% year-over-year in Q1 2026, yet solar and storage combined accounted for over 90% of new electricity generating capacity.

June 10, 2026

Grid Operations and Technology

Thermal Energy Storage Technologies Driving Grid Flexibility and Decarbonization

Explore how leading companies are advancing large-scale thermal energy storage solutions, critical for enhancing grid stability and integrating renewable power.

June 10, 2026

Manufacturing and Supply Chain

Shifting Metrics in U.S. Solar Manufacturing: From Politics to Production

U.S. solar manufacturing is transitioning from political rhetoric to tangible production metrics, emphasizing capital expenditures over capacity figures to gauge sector progress.

June 10, 2026

Grid Operations and Technology

German Battery Energy Storage Market Moves Beyond Initial Hype Phase

The German battery energy storage sector is evolving past its early exuberance, focusing on sustainable integration and regulatory clarity.

June 10, 2026

Grid Operations and Technology

Dissecting the Midwest Solar Landscape: Seven Distinct Markets Within One Region

The Midwest solar sector is not a monolith but a patchwork of seven distinct markets, each shaped by unique grid, policy, and demand conditions.

June 9, 2026

Grid Operations and Technology

esVolta Secures $450 Million to Accelerate US Battery Energy Storage Expansion

esVolta’s expanded credit facility injects up to $450 million capital aimed at scaling large-scale battery energy storage systems across the United States.

June 9, 2026

Policy and Regulation

Federal Court Restores 5% Safe Harbor for Wind and Large Solar Projects

A recent federal court decision reinstates the 5% safe harbor rule for wind and large solar facilities, underscoring its significance for renewable infrastructure development.

June 8, 2026

Policy and Regulation

Connecticut Advances Solar Policy with New 2026 Omnibus Bill

Connecticut’s HB 5340 ushers in expanded solar and storage initiatives alongside permitting modernization, while introducing new development limits.

June 6, 2026