Articles tagged with "solar-projects"
Third Party Public Developers Are Taking On Solar Projects In States - CleanTechnica
The article discusses the growing role of third-party public developers in advancing solar and renewable energy projects, particularly in communities lacking access to solar incentive programs. Programs like the Solar Marketplace Assistance Program Plus (Solar MAP+) serve as models for towns and cities without the resources or expertise to independently pursue solar and storage solutions. These public developers support projects for schools, low-income housing, and municipal infrastructure by managing development, legalities, workforce training, procurement, construction, and ongoing operations. Federal policies such as the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law have facilitated public financing of renewable projects through tax credits and lending programs, enabling governments to reduce capital costs and extend financing terms. However, political challenges remain, including increased federal scrutiny and restrictions on solar permits under the Trump administration, which has also promoted fossil fuel subsidies and expanded drilling. Over 140 solar companies have urged Congress to revise permitting policies, emphasizing solar’s cost-effectiveness and critical role in meeting rising energy demands from AI and data centers. Despite
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The article highlights the growing impact of community solar projects in the U.S., focusing on the role of Climatize, a crowdfunding platform that facilitates pre-construction financing for such projects in Minnesota and Illinois. Community solar allows renters and homeowners without solar panels to subscribe to nearby solar installations, benefiting from lower electricity bills and contributing to clean energy adoption. In 2024, community solar capacity in the U.S. grew by 35%, adding 1.7 GW. Climatize has partnered with Enterprise Energy, a community solar developer with 25 years of experience, to fund projects ranging in size from 6 to 30 soccer fields. These projects particularly target Low and Moderate Income (LMI) customers, who benefit from state programs designed to provide affordable, stable solar power and protect them from rising utility costs. Climatize’s financing addresses a critical gap in early-stage project funding, covering permitting and environmental diligence costs that are typically difficult to finance through traditional lenders. By securing financing at around
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The Esmeralda 7 solar power projects, a cluster of seven large-scale solar-plus-storage developments in Esmeralda County, Nevada, have faced significant uncertainty following the U.S. Interior Department's July 2023 move to restrict renewable energy projects on public lands. Initially approved in late 2023, these projects aim to generate up to 6.2 gigawatts of electricity—enough to power around 4 million households—despite being located in a sparsely populated area with only hundreds of residents. The key to their viability lies in the Greenlink transmission network, a planned infrastructure by NV Energy designed to connect Esmeralda 7 to major energy markets across Nevada, enabling the distribution of renewable energy to more populous regions. However, new federal guidelines introduced by the Interior Department in July 2023 have complicated the approval process for both the solar projects and the critical Greenlink transmission lines, which require federal right-of-way permits. This regulatory shift prompted Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo
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The article highlights the world’s top 10 largest operational solar power plants as of 2025, emphasizing their significant role in advancing the global clean energy transition. Leading the list is China’s Gonghe Talatan Solar Park with a massive capacity of 15,600 MW, reflecting China’s aggressive expansion in solar infrastructure to meet emissions targets. Other major Chinese projects include the Midong solar project (3,500 MW) and Huanghe Solar Park (2,200 MW), both situated in desert regions and contributing substantially to the country’s renewable energy output. India also features prominently with the Bhadla Solar Park (2,245 MW) in Rajasthan and the Pavagada Shakti Solar Park (2,050 MW) in Karnataka, both strategically located in high-irradiation areas and developed through phased commissioning. The UAE’s Al Dhafra Solar PV plant (2,000 MW) stands out as the largest single-site solar PV installation globally, operational since mid-2023 and capable
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The article from CleanTechnica highlights the growing need for solar developers, designers, and engineers to accelerate and optimize the development and construction of solar projects amid declining costs and the impending expiration of the US solar tax credit. With the tax credit ending soon, it becomes crucial to initiate projects quickly and maintain low costs without sacrificing performance. PVcase, a software platform, is presented as a key solution to these challenges by helping companies streamline workflows, reduce bottlenecks, and ensure more solar projects move from concept to completion. An upcoming free webinar on October 6th, hosted by PVcase expert Hector Lucas Forasté, aims to address the common pitfalls that cause 80% of solar projects to fail before energization. The session will demonstrate how PVcase eliminates data silos, accelerates project timelines (with examples like New Leaf Energy cutting timelines by 50%), and integrates all stages of solar project development—from site selection to design and yield analysis. Forasté’s expertise in utility-scale and commercial
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The article announces an upcoming free webinar hosted by CleanTechnica featuring Hector Lucas Forasté, a Solutions Engineer at PVcase, a company specializing in software solutions to accelerate and streamline solar project development. Despite solar power’s rapid growth and dominance in new power capacity additions globally, about 80% of solar projects in the pipeline never reach completion due to various bottlenecks, fragmented tools, and delays. PVcase aims to address these challenges by providing an integrated platform that supports every stage of the solar project lifecycle—from site selection and rapid design to accurate yield analysis—helping companies bring more projects online faster. During the webinar, Hector Lucas Forasté will share practical solutions to overcome common pitfalls in solar development, demonstrate how PVcase eliminates data silos and fragmented processes, and highlight case studies such as New Leaf Energy’s success in cutting project timelines by 50%. With expertise in utility-scale, commercial and industrial, and energy storage solar projects, Hector offers valuable insights into the daily challenges faced by
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The article highlights the resilience and growth of the U.S. solar energy industry despite federal policy shifts under President Donald Trump. It focuses on key developments in the real estate sector, which has increasingly embraced solar power as a valuable asset. CBRE, a leading real estate management firm, expanded its solar portfolio by acquiring ClearGen Holdings LLC, a company operating onsite solar projects nationwide. ClearGen then partnered with Davis Hill Development (DHD) in a $150 million deal to support distributed solar projects, emphasizing cost savings, energy resilience, and decarbonization benefits. This partnership aims to unlock community solar access and create long-term economic and environmental value. The article also notes the growing trend of utilizing underused infrastructure for solar energy generation. Examples include a rooftop solar array in Washington, DC, and a solar carport at Ridgefield High School in Connecticut, which is projected to save the school district $1.5 million over 25 years. DHD also develops ground-mounted solar projects on brownfields
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The article highlights innovative solar projects that blend sustainability with local needs, focusing primarily on two examples: solar-powered boats in the Ecuadorian Amazon and a large rooftop solar installation at a Florida school. In the Ecuadorian Amazon, the Achuar Indigenous community, with support from Kara Solar, has developed solar-powered river canoes equipped with 24 solar panels. These boats provide a clean, affordable alternative to diesel-powered vessels, crucial for transportation in a remote region lacking roads. This initiative supports the preservation of Indigenous lifestyles and environmental stewardship by avoiding road construction, which the community views as destructive to their culture and environment. Kara Solar’s approach emphasizes local empowerment through technical training, supply chain development, and financing to enable sustainable energy solutions on the community’s terms. In Florida, the Manatee School for the Arts is installing one of the state’s largest rooftop solar systems, featuring 2 MW capacity and 3,200 Enphase IQ8P-3P microinverters made domestically. This project is expected
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