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#ACPmember Invenergy's Illuminate USA advanced solar manufacturing facility in Ohio is hitting major milestones. In less than one year, this facility hired 1,000 Ohioans and produced over 1 million solar panels. The facility now stands as Pataskala, Ohio’s largest employer. The manufacturing jobs at the facility are among the 20,000 new clean energy manufacturing jobs created in the last two years, according to ACP’s new Clean Energy Investing in America report. Read how this facility is one of the many new clean energy factories contributing to America’s manufacturing renaissance. https://bit.ly/3SKpT89 #ACPW24 #PowerTheEconomy

Battery maker sonnen and contractor ES Solar have announced the initial results of their "Go Back" program, a VPP business model enabled by Rocky Mountain Power (RMP). This initiative allows Utah homeowners to upgrade existing solar systems with sonnen batteries, providing access to higher Wattsmart incentives, annual grid service credits, and improved backup power. ES Solar has already sold 18 MWh of sonnen systems through this program, which is expected to account for over 75% of their 2024 sales, leading to about 500 installations per month. RMP’s approach offers upfront incentives for enhancing existing solar systems, contrasting with the traditional new solar and battery model. https://lnkd.in/efmWEAKe #GoBackProgram #VirtualPowerPlant #sonnenBatteries #ESsolar #RockyMountainPower #Wattsmart #EnergyStorage #SolarUpgrade #CleanEnergy #GridInteractive #RenewableEnergy #VPPInnovations #SolarIncentives #EnergyEfficiency #UtahSolar

What is a low-cost alternative to line extensions on single-phase low-voltage grids that can help accommodate the increasing adoption of solar energy? The ECOTAP® VPD® I. Single-phase low-voltage grids are particularly widespread in the USA and Australia. The advantages of such grids are that they are easy to install, and the investment costs are comparatively low. However, absorption capacities are quickly reached when more and more households install solar systems on their roofs. ⚡ The low-cost alternative to line extensions is our ECOTAP® VPD® I, which also makes single-phase transformers controllable. Pepco Holdings Inc. (PHI) was convinced and used the VRDT for the first time in southern New Jersey. 👉 Curious how this project went? Find it out in our current issue of ONLOAD: https://lnkd.in/gyqJU6DC #reinhausen #thepowerbehindpower #VRDT #singlephasegrids

🚒🌞 Firehouse #91 in Fort Mohave, AZ, is now a beacon of sustainability, thanks to a solar installation by #SunquestSolar featuring #Enphase microinverters. This project will offset 90-95% of the station's energy use, saving around $50,000 annually. Doug Odum, Renewable Energy Consultant at Sunquest Solar, emphasizes, “Whenever we do a job, we always price both microinverters and string inverters. String inverters may save a few thousand dollars off the initial costs, but microinverters offer greater long-term savings. Enphase is the obvious choice, every time.” Enphase #microinverters were selected for their superior performance in extreme heat, reliability, and rapid shutdown capabilities, making them ideal for the harsh desert environment and ensuring the safety of our firefighters. This installation not only reduces operational costs but also sets a green example for the community. Learn more about this transformative project: https://bit.ly/4bPnpN1 *Certain Enphase products are only available to customers in select regions at this time.

Recurrent Energy Powers Ahead: $513M Storage Project in Arizona ⚡🏜️ TL;DR: Recurrent Energy secures $513M for the Papago Storage project, Arizona's largest, starting construction Q3 2024. With 1,200 MWh capacity, it will power 244,000 homes daily. Operations start Q2 2025 with 200 construction jobs created. Highlights • $249M construction & term loan, $163M tax equity bridge loan, $101M credit facility • 20-year deal with Arizona Public Service Company • Helps integrate renewable energy, boosts grid reliability • Significant investment in renewable energy growth • Construction delays or tech evolution could pose risks #EnergyStorage #RecurrentEnergy #RenewableEnergy #Arizona #SustainableInvestment #CleanEnergy #JobCreation #GridReliability Article Source https://lnkd.in/gwUQ5ZhC

Battery maker sonnen and contractor ES Solar have announced the initial results of their "Go Back" program, a VPP business model enabled by Rocky Mountain Power (RMP). This initiative allows Utah homeowners to upgrade existing solar systems with sonnen batteries, providing access to higher Wattsmart incentives, annual grid service credits, and improved backup power. ES Solar has already sold 18 MWh of sonnen systems through this program, which is expected to account for over 75% of their 2024 sales, leading to about 500 installations per month. RMP’s approach offers upfront incentives for enhancing existing solar systems, contrasting with the traditional new solar and battery model. https://lnkd.in/efmWEAKe #GoBackProgram #VirtualPowerPlant #sonnenBatteries #ESsolar #RockyMountainPower #Wattsmart #EnergyStorage #SolarUpgrade #CleanEnergy #GridInteractive #RenewableEnergy #VPPInnovations #SolarIncentives #EnergyEfficiency #UtahSolar

Unimacts Global, LLC, a ZETWERK Company, and Nextracker Inc., a global leader in solar tracker and software solutions are pleased to announce the opening of a new 160,000 sq. ft. factory in Sloan, Nevada. This is the second Nextracker-dedicated manufacturing line that Unimacts has opened in the past year, reiterating our commitment to re-shore manufacturing and meet the growing demand for solar and renewable energy. Key Highlights: The new Sloan facility produces steel torque tubes for solar panels. The two factories will support over 2 GW of new solar power annually, powering 400,000 U.S. homes. Nextracker has opened or expanded 20+ U.S. manufacturing facilities since 2021, with new/expanded lines in TX, AZ, PA, IL, TN, and NV. Speaking on the occasion, Daniel Shugar, CEO of Nextracker noted, “American manufacturing is the heartbeat of the clean energy revolution. With a terrific workforce, a localized clean steel industry, and strong renewable energy demand, we’re scaling up rapidly.” Alan Hays, CEO of Unimacts, added, “Federal incentives allow us to confidently invest in U.S. manufacturing, creating jobs and boosting the local economy. Partnering with Nextracker, we’re proud to expand our footprint and capacity.” The attendees at the dedication event in Sloan included Dwayne McClinton (Nevada Governor's Office of Energy), Whitney Muse (The White House), Ryan Galeria (Copia Power), Jason Grumet (American Clean Power Association (ACP)), Richard McMahon (Edison Electric Institute), and @Asheesh B. (Nevada Clean Energy Fund). Join us in celebrating this milestone as we drive clean energy growth and create a sustainable future. For more details, read here: https://lnkd.in/gJhqVhec #CleanEnergy #SolarPower #RenewableEnergy #ZETWERK #MaximizeManufacturing

Exciting News from Protarget AG: Advancing Solar Thermal Energy with the Form Pro-Sol-Netz Project! We’re proud to announce our participation in the Form Pro-Sol-Netz project, a groundbreaking initiative to integrate concentrating solar thermal energy (CSP) into process and district heating systems across Germany. In collaboration with leading research institutes, planning offices, and technology providers, we are working to make CSP a cost-effective, climate-friendly alternative to fossil fuels, especially for industrial processes requiring temperatures above 100°C. Recent studies highlight CSP's potential to play a key role in Germany's transition to renewable energy, positioning it as an essential part of the future energy mix. At Protarget AG, we are focused on developing innovative and cost-efficient components to make CSP more accessible for industries and municipalities. We are engaged in pilot projects to validate system performance, paving the way for widespread use of solar thermal technologies in industrial process heat and district heating networks. This project, funded by the Federal Ministry of Economics and Climate Protection (BMWK), aims to demonstrate CSP's economic and technical viability, providing essential resources for municipal utilities and system planners. Our goal is to accelerate CSP adoption, ensuring a sustainable and secure heat supply for the future. At Protarget AG, we remain committed to driving innovation in solar thermal energy, reducing costs, and increasing efficiency to make renewable heat an affordable reality for industries and municipalities. Stay tuned for updates as we continue to contribute to the global effort to decarbonize the heat supply sector! #RenewableEnergy #CSP #SolarThermalEnergy #ProcessHeat #DistrictHeating #Sustainability #EnergyTransition #ProtargetAG #ProSolNetz

Exciting news! Nxter Inc. is investing a staggering $300 million to build the largest solar panel plant in North America. Who's ready to power up North Carolina? 💪💡 However, while we embrace this renewable energy revolution, let's not forget something often overlooked in the industry - battery storage. Optimal storage is critical for meeting energy demands and achieving energy independence. Are we transforming sunlight into power, only to lose it later? Do you ever ponder: Is my company's battery storage systems efficient and reliable? Is there room for improvement? Are we utilizing the most recent advancements in the field? Engage with a renewable energy professional who specializes in battery storage. I am here to make sure that your energy infrastructure is geared towards sustainability, cost-efficiency, and reliability. Your company's energy independence isn't just about sourcing - it's also about storing. #SolarPower #RenewableEnergy #BatteryStorage #EnergyIndependence

“This is the year we are going to transform this company into a significant step towards being a clean energy lifestyle company, to ultimately being a company that meets you, the customer, wherever you are on your clean energy journey.” - Mary Powell Watch on YouTube now https://lnkd.in/e7QndDkp At the Midwest Solar Expo, NICO JOHNSON 🎙️ spoke with Mary Powell, CEO of Sunrun. Mary shared how Sunrun is leading the clean energy transition, even when facing the utilities' “no and slow” culture. Under her leadership, Sunrun has installed five million solar installations nationwide and deploys 3 MW daily. 🏠 As a former utility executive, Mary understands the challenges of integrating more renewables into the grid. 🔌 Now, she is proving that distributed energy resources can support grid reliability when networked as virtual power plants (VPPs). Expect to learn: ⚡ Details of the largest virtual power plant (VPP) in the nation. ⚡ Why “customer obsession” is key to consumer confidence. ⚡ The role of virtual power plants in creating a resilient grid. ⚡ How Sunrun achieved a 50% storage attachment rate. Don't miss this conversation with the CEO driving the customer-led energy revolution and proving that distributed energy resources can support a stronger, more resilient grid. 💡 #SolarEnergy #RenewableEnergy #EnergyTransition #Leadership