2024 Renewable Energy Recap: From Setbacks to Surging Growth

A Wave of Challenges in Solar and Renewable Energy Rising Financial Pressures and Layoffs 2024 has been a tough year with headlines about bankruptcies or layoffs across solar and renewable energy. SunPower filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after struggling with declining revenues and financial setbacks. Last month, Northvolt’s CEO stepped down after it filed Chapter…

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The Future of Solar: Balancing Uncertainty and Opportunity Under the New Administration

by: Jon Semingson There is understandably a lot of concern across our market about what may happen under the new administration. On the campaign trail, Trump said he would repeal the IRA, dismissed climate change, and called renewable energy part of the “Green New Scam”. He is also an ardent supporter of oil and gas and has…

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What Trump’s Presidency Means for Renewable Energy: Challenges and Opportunities

The renewable energy sector stands at a crossroads with the election of Donald Trump. Known for his strong support of fossil fuels and regulatory rollbacks, Trump’s policies may introduce new challenges for clean energy companies. Yet, the sector’s resilience and innovation present opportunities to adapt and thrive in this shifting landscape. Overview of Policy Shifts…

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Resilience in Renewable Energy: Staying Ahead in an Era of Policy Change

The renewable energy sector has consistently proven its ability to thrive amidst shifting political landscapes. As the industry faces potential policy changes under the current administration, its historical adaptability and the rise of market-driven solutions offer valuable lessons. Companies that focus on innovation, operational efficiency, and talent acquisition are best positioned to succeed in this…

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2024 Q2 Market Report: All About Tariffs

THE BIGGEST NEWS IN THE MARKET IS ALL ABOUT TARIFFS Introduction: The biggest news in the industry right now surrounds tariffs for modules, EVs, and batteries coming from Asia. With several different cases and executive orders, we wanted to put everything together in one place. At the same time, we are seeing some slowdown in…

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2024 Q2 Market Report: Utility Scale Opportunities and Challenges

Load growth is here. Utilities are not ready. Utilities across the country are seeing load growth for the first time in decades and we are not ready. Electricity Demand is growing faster than anyone expected – and we are not ready. Data Centers, AI, Electric Vehicles, and our general shift to electrify everything are creating…

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