The Zambian government has invited applications for its Carbon Feed In Premium Program, which plans to develop 300 MW of solar across projects with battery energy storage systems. Only solar projects with installed capacities between 30 MW and 100 MW and connected to the national grid are eligible. The deadline to submit expressions of interest is May 31.
Diverse perspectives and cognitive styles are essential for smarter solutions and effective problem-solving in the solar and energy storage sector. Industry studies have consistently shown that diverse teams outperform more homogeneous ones, and creating inclusive environments can drive meaningful impact. A leader with diverse experiences, such as one who is a mother, brings different approaches to problem-solving and can deliver results by leveraging cross-functional expertise and diverse perspectives.
Rooftop solar photovoltaic systems in Puerto Rico accounted for 20% of the overall capacity mix at the end of 2025. Between 2016 and 2025, rooftop solar installations accounted for 81% of new generating capacity in Puerto Rico. Rooftop solar surpassed natural gas as the second-largest capacity source after petroleum liquids in 2025.
Neuron Energy is planning to build a 5 GWh battery energy storage system (BESS) factory in Talegaon, Maharashtra, India, with an investment of INR 1 billion ($10.8 million), creating over 500 jobs and expanding its energy storage portfolio. The facility will produce containerized energy storage systems for solar and grid infrastructure, enabling the storage of surplus energy during peak periods. Once operational, it will have an annual production capacity of 5 GWh and plan to target domestic and export markets with a business mix of 60% and 40%, respectively.
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission has renewed the 20-year licenses for Diablo Canyon Power Plant, allowing it to operate until 2044 and 2045, with the possibility of extending operations past 2030 requiring legislative action from California. The facility, which supplies about 10% of California's total electricity, is seen as key to grid reliability as the state transitions to clean energy sources. Diablo Canyon will continue to provide around-the-clock, carbon-free electricity for years to come.
The Southwest Power Pool (SPP) successfully expanded its service territory, aligning with the Western Interconnection of the US power grid, and took effect on April 1. The expansion brings new areas under SPP's operations, allowing for more efficient transmission and distribution of electricity across the region. This move solidifies SPP as a major player in the US power market.
New York is allocating an additional $50 million to clean energy career development programs, bringing the total funding to $320 million. The funding aims to bolster the state's clean energy workforce and support its nation-leading progress in renewable energy. This investment was made despite federal efforts to hinder renewable energy growth.
Renewable energy developers may be eligible for millions in refunds due to a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that revises project costs for qualifying electric assets built with international supply chains, primarily solar modules and wind components. The ruling impacts companies who have utilized these imported components since 2018. Refunds could range from several thousand dollars per kilowatt-hour to tens of millions of dollars per megawatt.
Aggreko has finalized a power purchase agreement with Harmony Gold for Australia's largest off-grid renewable hybrid power facility, supporting the Eva Copper Mine Project in Northwest Queensland. The PPA was announced on April 2 and marks a significant milestone in the development of a landmark hybrid power project. The facility will utilize both renewable energy sources to power the mine.
Several solar industry partners donated a 3.8-kW solar system for the 2026 Coachella Valley St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway, including Tigo's inverter and Greentech Renewables' MLPE devices. The system was installed by GOAT Solar, with the total capacity of the house being around 9.5 kW. This donation is part of a collaboration between solar companies to support the non-profit organization St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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