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NorthStar Clean Energy powers on 120-MW Michigan solar project

NorthStar Clean Energy has completed its 120-MW Hart Solar Project in Oceana County, Michigan, which is generating enough clean electricity power more than 21,000 homes. Executive Energy Services and the Michigan Public Power Agency (MPPA) have signed power purchase agreements on portions of Hart Solar’s output. “Hart Solar is an important investment in Michigan’s energy…

Trump-appointed judge restores $7 billion Solar for All program

Texas records suggest OCI is bringing Elite Solar to Mission Solar Energy manufacturing site

With one of the largest floating PV arrays in the US, Ohio village takes lead on solar power

SEG Solar starts commercial-scale HJT solar panel production in Houston

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Logistics and transportation trends coming to solar projects soon

As the products used in solar and storage projects evolve, their new forms affect more than just installation layouts. Third-party logistics companies (3PLs) must adapt to changes in product design as well. A pallet of residential solar panels from 10 years ago was shipped much differently than the 7-ft long panels of today. The same…

The next perovskite challenge isn’t efficiency — it’s repeatable manufacturing

Op-ed: Energy storage is cheap to build, expensive to run

Scaling U.S. solar manufacturing — what can be learned from SEG Solar?

Solar panel trends of tomorrow affect recycling today

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Solar energy storage: everything you need to know

Even the most ardent solar evangelists can agree on one limitation solar panels have: they only produce electricity when the sun is shining.…

Community Solar 101 — How It Works

For many U.S. households and businesses, installing rooftop solar isn’t an option — whether due to renting, roof condition, shading,…

Beyond solar: The European playbook for whole home electrification

What’s already happening across the Atlantic — and the lessons from two installers who’ve lived the transition In Europe right…

Three reasons your customers want a battery right now

Here’s what’s driving the storage market — and where the next wave of opportunity is hiding in plain sight. If…

Solar Spotlight: The AI-powered future of solar field operations

Kamal Shah has seen residential and commercial construction industries shift from analog procedures to more advanced, software-driven practices to improve…

Why Verified Waterproofing and Load Testing Matter for Solar Mounting on Exposed-Fastened Metal Roofs

By Ali Turner, Principal Writer and Content Strategist As commercial and industrial solar continues to expand, exposed-fastened metal roofs remain…

The Hidden Performance Gap Costing Solar Asset Owners Millions
Powered by Sunstall's 15+ years of field expertise, Sunformance is the dedicated performance recovery partner for commercial and utility-scale solar owners who need more than standard O&M.

By Megan Kjar, Marketing Director — Sunformance Powered by Sunstall’s 15+ years of field expertise, Sunformance is the dedicated performance…

Did the Solar Tax Credit Expire in 2026? Here’s What Homeowners Need to Know

If you heard that the federal solar tax credit expired and assumed that meant solar was no longer worth it,…

Solar competition is up — and trust is winning

The solar market has always been competitive, and it’s only becoming more so. In fact, 54% of solar salespeople reported…

Same Side of the Table
In complex projects, success starts with clarity.

Sponsored by DEPCOM Power. Solar EPC projects rarely unfold exactly as planned. Conditions change, priorities shift and trade-offs are inevitable.…

The Safe Harbor Playbook: Lock in Full ITC Value by July 4th and Win Through 2030

Safe harbor isn’t just a compliance exercise. It’s the single most effective move an EPC, developer or asset owner, can make right now…

Solar Without Sacrificing Farmland: Why Parking Lots May Become the Next Layer of Energy Infrastructure

By Terence Parker, Compliance & Technical Training Specialist America is entering what could be the largest expansion of electrical infrastructure…

NorthStar Clean Energy powers on 120-MW Michigan solar project

By Kelly Pickerel | September 21, 2026

Trump-appointed judge restores $7 billion Solar for All program

By Kelly Pickerel | September 21, 2026

Logistics and transportation trends coming to solar projects soon

By Kelly Pickerel | September 18, 2026

Texas records suggest OCI is bringing Elite Solar to Mission Solar Energy manufacturing site

By Kelly Pickerel | September 17, 2026

With one of the largest floating PV arrays in the US, Ohio village takes lead on solar power

By Kelly Pickerel | September 16, 2026

SEG Solar starts commercial-scale HJT solar panel production in Houston

By Billy Ludt | September 16, 2026

GRID Alternatives returns to its 1st solar project 20 years later

By Billy Ludt | September 16, 2026

Companies from different solar segments form alliance supporting small-scale PV

By StellarNet | September 16, 2026

The next perovskite challenge isn’t efficiency — it’s repeatable manufacturing

By Billy Ludt | September 16, 2026

SEIA is absorbing the Coalition for Community Solar Access

By Kelly Pickerel | September 16, 2026

First Solar ends Sec. 337 investigation into competitors allegedly infringing on TOPCon patent

By Kelly Pickerel | September 16, 2026

85-MW solar tracker project comes online in Oklahoma

By Kelly Pickerel | September 15, 2026

Georgia Power installs 512-MWh BESS at Robins Air Force Base

By Kelly Pickerel | September 15, 2026

2 nearby properties install rooftop PV for NJ community solar program

By Kelly Pickerel | September 15, 2026

Milwaukee cuts ribbon on city’s largest solar project

By Kelly Pickerel | September 15, 2026

Terrepower launches EV battery repurposing effort

By Billy Ludt | September 14, 2026

UL launches program for vehicle-to-grid certification

By Kelly Pickerel | September 13, 2026

Commerce confirms dumping of solar cells from India, Indonesia and Laos into US market

By Billy Ludt | September 11, 2026

Noria Energy debuts single-axis floating solar tracker

By Billy Ludt | September 11, 2026

Delaware advances 16 MW of community solar projects

By Billy Ludt | September 10, 2026

SOL Components issued patent for mounting rail used on solar trackers

By Vish Kulkarni, Associate Manager-Estimation, Madison Energy Infrastructure | September 10, 2026

Op-ed: Energy storage is cheap to build, expensive to run

By Kelly Pickerel | September 10, 2026

ITC expiration led to surge in solar installs in Q2 2026

By Billy Ludt | September 9, 2026

ARRAY Technologies opens its largest factory in New Mexico

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Beyond solar: The European playbook for whole home electrification

What’s already happening across the Atlantic — and the lessons from two installers who’ve lived the transition In Europe right…

Three reasons your customers want a battery right now

Here’s what’s driving the storage market — and where the next wave of opportunity is hiding in plain sight. If…

Did the Solar Tax Credit Expire in 2026? Here’s What Homeowners Need to Know

If you heard that the federal solar tax credit expired and assumed that meant solar was no longer worth it,…

Solar competition is up — and trust is winning

The solar market has always been competitive, and it’s only becoming more so. In fact, 54% of solar salespeople reported…

How AI helped speed up our AI

At Aurora Solar, we build AI tools so that solar installers don’t have to — tools that turn aerial imagery…

Why solar deals stall at the close — and how top reps fix it

Every solar salesperson knows the feeling. You had a great appointment. The homeowner was engaged, the proposal looked sharp, and…

Selling Storage: The 2026 Pocket Guide

2026 is shaping up to be a big year for storage. According to Ohm Analytics nearly every new installation in…

The 2026 Aurora Solar Snapshot

The U.S. solar market is at a critical inflection point. After the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) passed last year,…

Top 6 Energy Efficient Home Improvements for 2026 (plus a bonus)

With prices up across the board, and fossil fuel prices more volatile than ever, moving more of your energy consumption…

What’s the difference between a solar PPA and a solar lease?

Breaking down the financing options for solar panel systems Installing a solar panel system can be an investment. While paying…

The economic benefits of solar for homeowners

Solar is the fastest-growing electricity source in the U.S., with more than 5 million solar installations nationwide. While it may…

Wondering why your electric bill is so high? Go ask AI about data centers

Your electric bill has been going up. You may have just noticed recently, or you may have been tracking the…

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Why Every Solar Sales Rep Should Have a Drone in Their Trunk

In an industry where trust and accuracy are paramount, one veteran solar sales rep has a provocative question: “Why wouldn’t…

How Killing Solar Tax Credits Could Hand Victory to China in the Global AI & Manufacturing Race
Why the Solar Investment Tax Credit Should Be Phased Down, Not Eliminated

By Jason Steinberg, CEO of Scanifly The most critical issue for the next century is who will lead AI. A…

Quality Over Speed: How SunnyMac Solar Built a Customer-Obsessed EPC

In the competitive solar installer market, many companies chase rapid growth at the expense of quality. SunnyMac Solar has taken a different…

How Solar Energy Services Cut Project Timelines By 80%+ With Scanifly

Solar Energy Services (SES) was founded in 2006 with the goal of delivering high-quality solar systems to customers. Company leaders…

Don’t Get Locked into a Specific Drone: Here Are 4 Reasons Why

Takeaway: Being locked into a singular drone or a drone ecosystem is often inadequate for comprehensive surveying, O&M, and marketing…

How Every Contractor Can Achieve Fast Finance Approvals

Takeaway: The ideal solar workflow for leased projects follows a traditional three-milestone cadence, albeit with a twist. The first change…

Why One-Click Flight Apps Can Ruin Your Surveys

Takeaway: One-click flight apps are less accurate, more prone to accidents, and more expensive. Every drone comes with its own…

Resonant Energy Cuts Project Timelines by 3 Months with Scanifly

Company Overview Resonant Energy was founded with a mission to bring solar to under-invested communities, including low-income housing developments and…

How Can Sales Improve Ops and Grow Commissions?

Takeaway: Delivering on promises made during sales meetings is the only way to protect your reputation, referrals, and long-term ability…

Don’t Get Forced into Buying the Wrong Drone

Takeaway: If your software provider forces you to buy a specific drone, you could end up overpaying, not getting the…

Why Is There Friction Between Solar Sales Reps And Lease Providers?

Takeaway: Contractors and lease providers are often skeptical of one another as Contractors decry what they believe to be arbitrary…

How Operations Impact Solar Sales Commissions

Takeaway: System design adjustments result in re-sizing, revisions, or change orders, all of which can reduce commissions. Process inefficiencies lead…