News and Insights

Policy and Regulation

Harnessing AI for Solar Advocacy and Sustainable Energy Growth in Puerto Rico

AI is emerging as a pivotal tool for solar and storage advocates in Puerto Rico, enabling more effective policy engagement and infrastructure planning amid evolving energy challenges.

April 27, 2026

Policy and Regulation

NYSERDA Launches Solicitation for Tier 1 Renewable Energy Certificates

NYSERDA’s tenth annual RFP targets mature wind, solar, and hydro projects to secure Tier 1 Renewable Energy Certificates amid expiring federal tax incentives.

April 25, 2026

Grid Operations and Technology

Saudi Arabia Advances Battery Storage Capacity with New 3GW/12GWh Tender Qualification

Saudi Arabia launches qualification phase for its second large-scale 3GW/12GWh battery energy storage system tender, signifying a strategic move in regional grid modernization.

April 25, 2026

Policy and Regulation

U.S. Imposes Preliminary Anti-Dumping Duties on Solar Imports from India, Indonesia, and Laos

The U.S. Department of Commerce has set preliminary anti-dumping duties up to 123% on crystalline silicon solar imports from India, Indonesia, and Laos, reshaping supply chain dynamics.

April 24, 2026

Policy and Regulation

Shawnee County Advances Utility-Scale Solar and Storage Policy

April 17, 2026 — Shawnee County, Kansas — The Shawnee County Commission voted unanimously (3-0) to approve a new ordinance

April 24, 2026

Grid Operations and Technology

RWE and Polarium Launch 50MW/135MWh Battery Virtual Power Plant in Germany

RWE and Polarium are pioneering a 50MW/135MWh virtual power plant in Germany, integrating distributed battery assets for enhanced grid flexibility and renewable integration.

April 24, 2026

Grid Operations and Technology

Revolutionizing Urban Solar Irradiance Forecasting with Single 360° Imagery

A novel technique uses a single high-resolution hemispherical image to accurately predict solar irradiance in urban settings, bypassing the need for complex 3D models.

April 23, 2026

Policy and Regulation

Adapting to NERC CIP-003-9: Strengthening Vendor Remote Access Security for Renewable Assets

By April 2026, renewable energy operators must comply with NERC CIP-003-9, implementing rigorous vendor remote access cybersecurity for low-impact assets.

April 22, 2026

Market Data and Outlook

Energy Storage Summit 2026: Assessing Market Saturation and Future Role of BESS in Europe

As Europe’s battery energy storage systems approach market saturation, understanding long-term revenue models and policy frameworks becomes critical to sustain growth.

April 22, 2026

Grid Operations and Technology

Meta Secures 100GWh of Multi-Day Storage from Noon Energy to Support US Grid Stability

Meta’s reservation of up to 100GWh of multi-day energy storage from Noon Energy highlights growing demand for long-duration storage to enhance grid resilience and renewable integration.

April 22, 2026