The US Solar Industry Is Quiet-Quitting Federal Energy Policy

The article discusses how the US solar industry is subtly distancing itself from federal energy policy challenges by focusing on domestic and global market expansion, a phenomenon described as "quiet quitting." While some companies, like First Solar, actively contest restrictive White House policies in court and public forums, much of the industry's significant progress is happening behind the scenes. A notable example is Voltage Energy Group, a lesser-known but influential player specializing in utility-scale solar projects. Voltage recently announced plans to establish a large manufacturing facility and global headquarters in Roxboro, North Carolina, signaling a commitment to growing from its American roots despite political headwinds. Voltage Energy Group exemplifies the industry's strategic pivot by leveraging advanced visualization technologies and customized solutions to streamline project development and performance. The company's expansion in North Carolina is particularly notable given the state's mixed political landscape, where local officials—regardless of party—welcome the economic benefits of new solar industry jobs. This local support contrasts with federal-level tensions, highlighting how solar companies are navigating complex political environments by building