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In a first, renewables beat natural gas on US grid last month

Canary Media Apr 10, 2026 by Dan McCarthy
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See more from Canary Media’s ​“Chart of the Week” column . It’s not an easy moment for renewable energy in the U.S., but the sector is still setting new records. Just look at what happened last month: Over the course of March, the nation got more electricity from renewables than it did from natural gas, which is…

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The US offshore wind industry finally gets a break

Canary Media Apr 10, 2026 by Jake Bittle
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This story was originally published by Grist . Sign up for Grist’s weekly newsletter . After taking a beating for the first year of the Trump administration, the beleaguered wind energy industry may finally see a glimmer of hope. President Donald Trump and Interior Department chief Doug Burgum have spent months…

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VDE Americas touts hail risk model improvements

Solar Builder Apr 09, 2026 by Martin McConnell
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<p>Nicole Thompson, senior data science manage for property insurance at&#160;kWh Analytics, says that hail accounts for just 6% of loss events among solar modules. It also manages to account for... <a class="view-article" href="https://solarbuildermag.com/operations-maintenance/vde-americas-touts-hail-risk-model-improvements/">View Article</a></p> <p>-- Solar Builder magazine</p>

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UMass study finds states approve most solar projects in under 1 year

Solar Power World Apr 09, 2026 by Billy Ludt
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<p>A new study analyzing hundreds of renewable energy projects across the United States finds that most wind and solar facilities under state jurisdiction receive permits within roughly a year and that nine in 10 are ultimately approved. The study, co-led by researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, examines permitting data for 460 projects across&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/04/umass-study-finds-states-approve-most-solar-projects-in-under-1-year/">UMass study finds states approve most solar projects in under 1 year</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

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Ava Community Energy debuts SmartHome Battery community program

Solar Builder Apr 09, 2026 by Martin McConnell
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<p>Homeowners in northern California are gaining access to new residential community battery VPP incentives through Ava Community Energy&#8217;s SmartHome Battery program. Based in Oakland, California, the program combines residential solar... <a class="view-article" href="https://solarbuildermag.com/energy-storage/ava-community-energy-debuts-smarthome-battery-community-program/">View Article</a></p> <p>-- Solar Builder magazine</p>

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<p>The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) issued a proposed decision in the Community Solar Proceeding (A.22-05-022) that virtually ensures that no community solar projects will be developed at a time when the state is facing surging energy prices, states the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA). “With this proposed decision that crushes any chance of a&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/04/advocacy-groups-say-cpuc-decision-virtually-ensures-no-community-solar-will-get-built-in-california/">Advocacy groups say CPUC decision &#8216;virtually ensures&#8217; no community solar will get built in California</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

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Los paneles fotovoltaicos adelgazan, pero su potencia aumenta

PV Magazine España Apr 09, 2026 by Emiliano Bellini
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Un equipo internacional de investigadores ha constatado que la potencia específica de los módulos comerciales ha pasado de aproximadamente 8,5 W/kg a comienzos de la década de 2000 a 23,6 W/kg en la actualidad, lo que refleja una mejora sustancial en el rendimiento estructural de esta tecnología.

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Insulation manufacturer commissions 3rd rooftop solar project

Solar Power World Apr 09, 2026 by Billy Ludt
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<p>Independent power producer REC Solar and commercial solar developer and EPC Dynamic Energy completed an 881-kW rooftop array at Kingspan Insulation North America&#8217;s factory in Mendota, Illinois. This is Kingspan&#8217;s third solar project in North America, contributing to the company&#8217;s goal to achieve 60% direct renewable use by 2030. The project uses 50,000 sq ft&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/04/insulation-manufacturer-commissions-3rd-rooftop-solar-project/">Insulation manufacturer commissions 3rd rooftop solar project</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

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Construction begins on 102-MW Murch Solar project in Michigan

Solar Power World Apr 09, 2026 by Kelly Pickerel
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<p>Greensol, the U.S. subsidiary of Greening, has started construction on the 102-MW Murch Solar project in Van Buren County, Michigan. Heelstone Renewable Energy, a Qualitas Energy company, is the project developer. Greensol is Greening’s execution arm in the United States for the construction of renewable energy projects, integrating the group’s global experience with technical capabilities&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/04/construction-begins-on-102-mw-murch-solar-project-in-michigan/">Construction begins on 102-MW Murch Solar project in Michigan</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

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Solar EPC Mortenson acquires Nor-Cal Controls

Solar Power World Apr 09, 2026 by Billy Ludt
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<p>Mortenson has acquired Nor-Cal Controls, a controls systems provider specializing in energy management for solar, battery energy storage and microgrid applications. The acquisition will support Mortenson’s ability to work with increasingly complex energy and infrastructure projects by integrating these control systems. Nor-Cal Controls uses an open-architecture control system that work directly with the electrical grid&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/04/solar-epc-mortenson-acquires-nor-cal-controls/">Solar EPC Mortenson acquires Nor-Cal Controls</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

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Two Savion solar projects completed in the Midwest

Solar Power World Apr 09, 2026 by Kelly Pickerel
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<p>Tango Holdings — a joint venture between Savion Equity (a subsidiary of Shell plc) and a fund managed by the Ares Infrastructure Opportunities strategy — has commenced commercial operations at two new solar projects in Indiana and Ohio, delivering a combined 200 MW of capacity to the U.S. grid. Elkhart County Solar Project (Indiana): Construction&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/04/two-savion-solar-projects-completed-in-the-midwest/">Two Savion solar projects completed in the Midwest</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

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Singapore installs 504 MW of solar in 2025

PV Magazine (International) Apr 09, 2026 by Patrick Jowett
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Figures from Singapore's Energy Market Authority indicate that the country had a record year for solar deployment in 2025. Cumulative capacity surpassed 2 GW, leading to Singapore's 2030 solar target being increased to 3 GW.

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<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/04/avinox-m2-drive-head.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1600" /></div><p>Avinox is back with its next-generation e-bike drive systems, and if the numbers are anything to go by, the company is definitely targeting the higher performance end of the market.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/04/09/djis-e-bike-drive-maker-avinox-launches-new-ultra-high-power-motor-systems/#more-462799">more…</a>

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UK government approves record 800 MW solar plant over local opposition

PV Magazine (International) Apr 09, 2026 by Matthew Lynas
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The 800 MW PV project with battery storage has been granted planning approval by the Energy Secretary, despite local councils and campaigners raising objections. Springwell Solar Farm expected to connect to new National Grid substation being built to accommodate flurry of local grid-scale solar projects.

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