• January 10, 2025

UGE announced that its six new solar projects have entered commercial operation (COD), totaling 16 megawatts. These projects include UGE's first two community solar projects in Maryland, its first community solar project in Oregon, its second municipal PPA project in Texas, and two community solar projects in Maine. With the completion of these six projects, UGE's operational portfolio has now reached 24 megawatts, with projects spanning across six states. Projects in Maryland, Oregon, and Maine will all join their respective states' community solar energy programs, providing cheaper and cleaner electricity to households and businesses that cannot install solar energy on their rooftops. The project in Texas will bring affordable renewable energy to rural cities where it is located. These projects include UGE's first project that meets the conditions for energy community tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act. This credit condition encourages renewable energy developers like UGE to build projects on polluted land or in communities that have historically relied on non renewable energy economies. UGE's two Maryland projects meet the energy community credit criteria under the coal facility closure category, which aims to promote economic revitalization in areas affected by coal mine and coal-fired power plant closures. The Oregon project is the largest commercial operation of UGE since transitioning to the Independent Power Purchase (IPP) model. The Texas project is UGE's second project in Smithville and UGE's first project to receive funding from the Rural Energy Program (REAP) in the United States. Two new projects in Maine are located in the Bangor region, bringing UGE's total operating portfolio of four projects in the state to 7.5 megawatts. One of the two projects in Maine is built on a former concrete manufacturing and storage site. UGE CEO Nick Blitterswyk said, "Successfully achieving commercial operations for six projects within a month is a huge achievement, and I am deeply proud of the weeks, months, and years of effort our team has put into it." "Our operational portfolio has grown about fivefold in 2024, indicating that our team now has the capability to transition to a model of developing, owning, and operating projects. I am excited about all the achievements we will make in the coming years, and our mission is to make renewable energy accessible and affordable for everyone

• January 09, 2025

Invenergy announced that its Hardin II solar center has begun commercial operations. The Hardin II Solar Center is located in Hardin County, Ohio and will produce 150 megawatts of clean energy. As announced last month, Meta will purchase renewable energy produced by Hardin II Solar. This project represents additional power generation capacity in the region, thereby improving the reliability of the power grid in the area. Michael Kaplan, Senior Vice President of Development at Invenergy, said, "We are delighted to work with the Hardin County community and our project partners to make the Hardin Phase II solar project a success. As energy demand continues to grow, loyal partners like Meta are helping Invenergy provide more clean energy Invenergy's solar project portfolio continues to grow in Ohio. Next year, Invenergy expects Hardin III Solar to enter commercial operation, and two other solar projects are expected to begin construction in 2025.

• January 08, 2025

Enstall, a solar bracket group, completed its acquisition of Schletter Group, a European bracket manufacturer, last week. Enstall (formerly Esdec) entered the US market in 2018 and began acquiring a competitor's solar bracket manufacturer at the end of 2019. Stijn Vos, CEO of Enstall, stated, "This acquisition is an important step towards our mission of building a more sustainable future. Schletter's outstanding reputation in engineering, combined with Enstall's extensive capabilities, will enable us to lead innovation in the entire solar industry. We will work together to provide high-quality solutions and services that meet the diverse needs of the market, accelerating the global transition to renewable energy Like Enstall, Schletter also serves the solar building market in the United States and Europe. Schletter produces structures for inclined roofs, flat roofs, and ground mounted applications, including fixed inclined brackets and solar trackers. Schletter CEO Florian Roos said, "We are delighted to join Enstall Group. Together, we will leverage our comprehensive strengths to expand our global influence and continue to support the world's renewable energy transition. For Schletter, this is an exciting new chapter - it will enable us to scale up our business and better serve our global partners Enstall's existing companies include IronRidge, EcoFasten, Esdec installation brands, BluBase, PanelClaw, and Sunfer.

• January 07, 2025

Due to the demand for these products in the residential market, the size and appearance of solar carports and canopies are changing. A new manufacturer producing a large number of solar canopies has narrowed down these structures to fit residential properties and designed them to look more like pavilions than towering carports covering parking lots and garages. Although their cost is certainly higher than installing solar cell arrays of similar size on rooftops, these solar roofs have other functions besides generating electricity. Their construction is relatively simple and can provide shelter from wind and rain for vehicles or personnel below. The biggest advantage is its secondary utilization. I think the industry underestimates people's demand for solar energy, but they just don't want to put it on rooftops, "said Aleksandr Bernhard, CEO of Pavilion Solar, a Florida based photovoltaic canopy manufacturer. The solar carport has already provided integration with accessories such as electric vehicle chargers and overhead lighting. Residential solar canopies are expanding their functionality to include items in backyard pavilions such as fans, televisions, weather resistant canvas, and even walls for enclosed spaces. These canopies fall between premium products and practical solar energy solutions. Pavilion Solar will launch EnPod in 2024, a solar powered carport/canopy certified for use in high-speed hurricane zones. Although products like EnPod can withstand wind speeds of 175 miles per hour, their structure is also inspired by Italian and Nordic design concepts aimed at naturally integrating into residential courtyards. Manufacturers now focus on aesthetic design and provide services for their carport and canopy structures that are not just factory completed. Among the five residential winners in the Solar Power World 2024 Top Product Competition, two are solar canopy manufacturers: Infinity Rack and Lumos Solar. Both companies produce canopies suitable for residential spaces. In addition, there are companies like Brooklyn Solar Canopy Co. that manufacture roofs for urban buildings. The residential solar ceiling market is still expanding. Bernhard said he founded Pavilion Solar because he couldn't find a solar canopy that could withstand the weather demands of his Florida home. But since he built his own canopy, he found that even this specific type of solar canopy has enough demand to ensure large-scale production. All of our insights come from solar installers because they are our partners, "Bernhard said. What we see from them is that more and more people are demanding the construction of carports, pavilions, and cabins around swimming pools. I don't know why this is happening, but I know that solar installers generally indicate that they are receiving more demand for such products

• January 06, 2025

As the United States prepares for the second term of the Trump administration, the solar energy industry is facing a new era of challenges and opportunities. In an interview with Solar Power World, Wilson Chang, CEO of Sunrock Distributed Generation, a solar and storage development and management platform, discussed the current trends in the solar energy market and shared his predictions on how policy changes that the new government may take will affect the industry's future. SPW： What changes have occurred in the solar energy industry since Donald Trump's last term? Zhang: Since the last Trump administration took office, the solar energy industry has made significant progress, and distributed solar energy has now become the most cost-effective energy source in many regions of the United States. Although policies may change, the fundamentals of the industry remain strong: efficiency is increasing, costs are decreasing, and retail energy prices continue to rise. As the Trump administration enters its second term, the position of the US solar industry is much stronger than before. The production of solar panels in the United States is increasing, and with the rapid development of digitalization in the world, the increase in the number of electric vehicles, and Silicon Valley's relentless pursuit of creating increasingly powerful and energy consuming artificial intelligence, the demand for electricity is rapidly increasing. According to the Solar Energy Industry Association (SEIA), in the first six months of 2024, solar energy accounted for 67% of the newly added electricity to the US grid. Thanks to incentives from the federal government, the domestic solar manufacturing industry has grown fourfold in recent years, enabling the United States to achieve its solar deployment goals through locally produced solar panels.

• January 03, 2025

In the winter of Jilin, a northern country, snow is undoubtedly a beautiful scenery. Under the blue sky and brilliant sunshine, the pure white and undulating scenery fills the eyes, and the texture stepped on is intoxicating. There is also the rime that made you feel like you walked into a fairy tale story overnight. At this moment, what else can make your heart so pure Rime Corridor Every cold winter, the rising mist in the unfrozen river water condenses into frost flowers on trees, pine and willow trees freeze and hang snow, and black jade is draped in silver, like clusters of silver, arranging snow waves, which is very spectacular. From a distance, it appears to be the legendary Yushu and Qionghua, incredibly beautiful. Songhua Lake Ski Resort The largest ski resort in Asia, Daqingshan, is a remnant of Changbai Mountain, with high mountains and dense forests. The wind speed is moderate, and the skiing season is from mid November to the end of March each year. The average winter temperature is minus 9.7 ℃, with an average of 37 snowfall months per year and an average snow and ice period of over 150 days. The average snow thickness can reach about 1 meter, and the snow quality is rich with moderate hardness. When shuttling through the silver white forest in winter, you can also enjoy the Jilin rime, one of China's four major meteorological wonders, up close, as if your own skiing figure has become a scenery here. North slope of Changbai Mountain In the vast forest sea, north of Baishan Mountain, Changbai Mountain is like a sudden island, towering and majestic. The white on the mountaintop is snow-white white, the white of white clouds, and the white of Changbai Mountain. On the right is North Korea, on the left is China. Along the national border, on its own territory, on the vast green skin of Changbai Mountain, its roughness, honesty, openness, and spontaneity make people feel proud, trusted, and dependent. Korean Folk Park The Chinese Korean Folk Customs Park is located at the foot of Mao'er Mountain in Yanji City, Yanbian Korean Autonomous Prefecture, Jilin Province Not only can you learn about Korean culture here, but you can also check in at the Folk Park and leave behind beautiful photos and memories. Travel photo sharing Xmwintop wishes everyone a happy New Year in 2025

• December 27, 2024

The Ismaili Muslim community in Texas is the largest Ismaili Muslim community in the United States, and has recently completed an important solar energy project. The Ismaili synagogue in San Antonio has become the first dedicated synagogue in the United States to use solar energy. This project is in line with the goal of the Aga Khan Development Network, which is to achieve net zero carbon emissions for all its global institutions and agencies by 2030. The device is completed by Big Sun Solar and is a 145 kW rooftop solar system expected to generate approximately 206289 kWh of electricity annually. This can not only reduce Jamatkhana's carbon footprint, but also strengthen the community's commitment to climate action. The adoption of renewable energy by the Ismaili Muslim community in San Antonio reflects our deeply ingrained values of caring for God's creations and demonstrating a sense of social responsibility, "said Farah Lalani of the Ismaili Council in the southwestern United States. This event is very unique because it showcases the intersection of faith, community, and sustainability, consistent with Aga Khan Development Company's goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2030 Robert Miggins, CEO of Big Sun Solar, said, "We are honored to collaborate with Ismaili Jamatkhana on this groundbreaking project. This is fully in line with our mission to promote the large-scale application of solar energy by making it affordable, accessible, and accessible to everyone

• December 26, 2024

Meadow Ridge, a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) located in Reading, Connecticut, recently launched a 763 kW solar project. This is the long-term vision of the Meadow Ridge resident led solar committee, which broke ground in August with support from community ownership and management companies Senior Care Development and Benchmark Senior Living. In many ways, this is an exciting day, "said Brett Mehlman, COO of Meadow Ridge. We are all delighted because we have achieved immediate returns while investing in the future of our community and the planet. By 2025, we expect that over 20% of the electricity used in Meadow Ridge will be generated by solar power At a ceremony attended by state and local dignitaries, Melman and resident Susan Osland symbolically pressed a giant switch to power on the project. Two of the three solar arrays in this project are located on top of the carport above the employee parking lot. The third one is located on the roof of Ridge Crest, which is Meadow Ridge's subacute rehabilitation and specialized care center. I am proud that we have set an example at Meadow Ridge, "said Auslander, who is known as the" Green Grandma "for leading the Solar Energy Commission and advocating for the project. The residents, owners, and management of Meadow Ridge need a shared vision and courage to achieve this project. I would also like to thank all the partners who have helped achieve this goal The project was designed and built by Verogy, a company located in West Hartford, with funding from Eversource's Zero Emission Renewable Energy Credit (ZRECS), Investment Tax Credit, and Connecticut Green Bank's Commercial Property Assessment Clean Energy (CPACE) loan. I am delighted to collaborate with the Meadow Ridge community to implement this solar project, "said William Herschel, CEO of Verogy. This system not only embodies Meadow Ridge's dedication to sustainable development, but also highlights the achievements that can be made when ambitious individuals work together to pursue their goals. At Verogy, we are honored to help Meadow Ridge residents reduce their environmental impact while inspiring others to embrace clean energy

• December 25, 2024

On the occasion of this joyful Christmas season, we have all driven here to share the joy and blessings of the holiday with you. We have always been committed to contributing to sustainable development. Christmas is not just a holiday for us, but also a motivation and affirmation for our work. Thanks to your trust and support, we are able to continuously innovate and make progress, laying a solid foundation for our development next year. In the past year, we have not only completed many proud projects, but also introduced advanced solar bracket technology to meet the growing market demand. Our team has set a new benchmark for the industry with professional knowledge, innovative thinking, and a spirit of cooperation. Thank you again for your support and trust in us. May our solar brackets continue to illuminate great hope and opportunities for you and the world. Wishing you and your team a happy holiday, harmonious family life, and a happy New Year! Looking forward to continuing to provide you with excellent products and services in the coming year. Happy Christmas