The Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden has unveiled a new 2.8 MW solar carport, making it the largest publicly accessible urban solar array in the United States. The project, completed by Terrasmart and Melink Solar, will provide shade for 800 vehicles while generating enough clean energy to meet two-thirds of the zoo’s power needs. This significant investment in renewable energy further reinforces the zoo’s commitment to sustainability and its goal of reaching net-zero emissions by 2025.
Solar energy companies have been struggling in recent weeks, but a potential policy change in China has sparked a surge in their stock prices. Could this be a sign that the industry is finally turning the corner? This article explores the factors behind the recent downturn, the potential impact of China’s policy, and the implications for investors.
Pine Gate Renewables has secured a $288 million preferred equity investment from Blackstone Credit & Insurance, fueling the development of six solar projects with a combined capacity of 780 MWdc across two states. This strategic partnership underlines Pine Gate’s commitment to scalable, sustainable energy solutions and marks a significant milestone in their journey towards a cleaner energy future.
Trina Solar has achieved a significant milestone by supplying over 1 GW of its Vertex N 720W series modules to the Jinsha River upstream clean energy plant in China. This high-altitude project, part of the National Water, Wind and Solar Integration Demonstration Base, will generate substantial clean energy while contributing to sustainable development in the region.
Trina Solar has delivered over 1 GW of its Vertex N 720W series modules to the Jinsha River upstream clean energy plant in China, a high-altitude project demonstrating the power and reliability of these advanced solar modules in challenging environments. The project, part of the National Water, Wind and Solar Integration Demonstration Base, will generate significant clean energy, reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable development.
Hainan Drinda New Energy Technology Co. Ltd., a leading Chinese maker of photovoltaic (PV) cells, is seeking a second listing in Hong Kong, hoping to raise funds for overseas expansion amidst a challenging domestic market. The company, which initially focused on automotive trims, shifted to PV cells in 2019 and experienced rapid growth until the first half of 2024, when it faced a net loss due to overcapacity in the sector. Despite the challenges, Drinda is aiming to capitalize on global growth opportunities in the solar power market and is looking to build an overseas production facility with an annual capacity of 5 GW.
Antaisolar, a leading provider of digital intelligent PV mounting system solutions, has announced a strategic joint venture (JV) with Bahra Electric to establish a factory in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The partnership aims to significantly boost solar energy production in the region, with ambitious goals to reach 24GW/Annum by 2027.
Enphase Energy is set to report its third-quarter earnings on Tuesday, but the stock is facing significant headwinds. Technical indicators suggest a bearish trend, and analysts have lowered their price targets. Can Enphase’s earnings results turn things around?
ZETWERK, the world’s largest managed marketplace for contract manufacturing, has secured a significant second order from National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) for the 1200 MW Khavda Solar project in Gujarat, India. This order, four times larger than the previous one, underscores ZETWERK’s commitment to delivering innovative and sustainable solar solutions that support India’s energy transition.
SB Energy’s Orion Solar Belt, a massive 875 MWdc solar project in Texas, has reached commercial operation, marking a significant milestone for American-made solar energy. The project, which utilizes over 1.3 million American-made solar modules, is expected to be the first to qualify for the domestic content bonus credit under the Inflation Reduction Act. The Orion Solar Belt will power Google’s data centers in Texas, representing the largest solar energy investment for the tech giant worldwide.
