Tag: policy
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UFLPA update: Customs released some non-Xinjiang, China polysilicon modules from detention according to industry note
In a recent industry note for investors, ROTH Capital says that its checks indicate more detained solar modules are being released by Customs into the market. Specifically, Philip Shen, Managing Director, Senior Research Analyst at ROTH, says his checks suggest “Astronergy’s non-Xinjiang, China polysilicon modules were released by CBP during the week of November 13.”……
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Report: China to retain 80% of global solar manufacturing capacity until 2026
Despite local manufacturing policies in overseas markets, China’s expansion will dominate the global solar supply chain for the next few years. After investing more than $130 billion USD into the solar industry in 2023, China will hold more than 80% of the world’s polysilicon, wafer, cell and module manufacturing capacity from 2023 to 2026, according……
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Five solar + energy storage trends to watch in 2024
Jose Colom, applications engineer manager with SMA America, forecasts the most compelling trends and developments he expects to see in 2024. As the world continues its transition toward cleaner and more renewable energy sources, the trends in solar storage technology are poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our energy infrastructure….…
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Delaware utilities deny new home solar due to grid congestion. This tech can help.
The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded a five-year, $7.9 million Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships Program (GRIP) grant to Pecan Street Inc. and its partners to develop and deploy technology that will allow utilities in Delaware to manage solar supply and energy demand throughout the grid. Why Delaware? System congestion has forced utilities to……
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Generac earns DOE funding to install batteries, thermostats in Massachusetts
Generac Grid Services, part of Generac Power Systems, has been selected for negotiations by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to receive a $50 million grant to install whole-home energy solutions in homes across Massachusetts. The funds are part of the federal Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) Program, which seeks to enhance grid flexibility……