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Virginia Governor Announces First-in-the-Nation PV Energy Affordability Initiative

Gov. Abigail Spanberger has announced that Virginia will be the first state in the nation to offer residents across the Commonwealth the opportunity to participate in Switch Together — an optional solar group purchasing initiative designed to increase energy generation, protect families against future utility rate hikes, and make energy more affordable for Virginians.

From Douro to 397 MW: How Bankable Execution Built a Long-Term Partnership with Zagope

The 149 MWdc Douro PV plant in northern Portugal became the catalyst for a five-project collaboration, showing how project-specific engineering, construction discipline and transparent delivery can turn a demanding site into lasting client confidence.

Golden Row Installed at New Zealand's Largest Solar Farm

The 'golden row' of photovoltaic panels has now been installed at Tauhei Solar Farm – a key milestone in the construction of what is on track to become New Zealand's largest solar farm at the time of commissioning in late 2026. 

Cypress Creek and Google Break Ground on America’s Largest Solar Project

Cypress Creek Energy and Google recently joined community leaders, project partners, and elected officials to celebrate the start of construction on the first two phases of Steel River Energy Center, the nation’s largest solar energy project to date. 

Six Records Solar and Storage Have Crushed in the First Half of 2026

Electricity demand is rising. Prices are climbing. And America needs more power, fast. The good news is solar and storage are delivering. Across the country, from California to Texas to the Midwest, the industry is breaking records at a pace that would have seemed unimaginable just a few years ago. 

Eos Energy Enterprises Selected to Deliver Mission-Ready Power for Golden Dome for America

 Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. announced a strategic partnership with the Department of War to enhance the resilience of national defense infrastructure. Eos was awarded a Golden Dome for America contract to integrate mission-ready long-duration energy storage supporting requirements of the nation’s defense shield.

Best Practices for Defending Solar Farms From Natural Disasters

Solar farms are built outdoors and spread across acres of exposed land for decades. This makes them constantly vulnerable to whatever weather a region produces, from hurricanes to flooding. By planning for these risks up front, operators can effectively reduce the likelihood of incurring unmanageable repair costs when disaster strikes.

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