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Otovo Is Making Hawaii Its Next U.S. Foothold With Plans To Buy An Oahu Solar Services Firm
News at Glance Otovo plans U.S. expansion by pursuing the purchase of a solar services company based on Oahu. Key deal details remain private with reporting noting that seller identity, price and closing timetable were not disclosed. Hawaii represents a strategic market because of high retail electricity prices and strong residential solar uptake, making local […]
CleanTech Journal DeskSep 7, 2026
DIY Plug-In Solar Gains Momentum in the US
News at Glance Plug-in solar systems allow homeowners to feed solar power into a house using a standard indoor outlet without traditional rooftop installation. Consumers are attracted by simpler installation and lower perceived upfront barriers compared with full rooftop systems. Regulators and utilities are reviewing safety and interconnection concerns, creating legal and operational uncertainty for […]
CleanTech Journal DeskSep 7, 2026
Microsoft Signs Long-Term PPA for Washington Solar Project
News at Glance Microsoft signs a long-term power purchase agreement for a solar project in Washington state. Project located in Washington aims to supply renewable electricity into the Pacific Northwest market. Deal supports corporate renewable procurement and could help finance new solar capacity while addressing grid decarbonization goals. Deal Bolsters Corporate Renewable Procurement in the […]
CleanTech Journal DeskSep 6, 2026
Massive Solar Storms Could Threaten US Power Grid
News at Glance Geomagnetic storms can induce currents in long transmission lines, creating risk for high-voltage transformers. Bulk-power equipment is vulnerable because damaged large transformers have long lead times for replacement and repair. Grid operators can reduce risk through operational steps, monitoring and targeted hardware upgrades. Bulk-power transformers face long replacement lead times after severe […]
CleanTech Journal DeskSep 6, 2026
Canada, US and Mexico Launch West Coast Charging Network For Electric Trucks
News at Glance Canada, the United States and Mexico are cooperating to develop a West Coast charging network for electric heavy‑duty trucks. Priority is on enabling cross‑border freight operations and reducing emissions from long‑haul trucking along Pacific trade corridors. Key challenges include high‑power charging, grid upgrades and interoperability across jurisdictions. Trilateral push aims to enable […]
CleanTech Journal DeskSep 5, 2026
Trump Is Trying To Terminate EVs In California. Is That Even Possible?
News at Glance Clean Air Act waiver remains central to California’s authority to set stricter vehicle emission standards. Federal rollbacks can change national rules but face legal challenges and do not instantly undo state regulations. Industry investment and consumer demand have built momentum that is costly and slow to reverse. Clean Air Act waiver anchors […]
CleanTech Journal DeskSep 5, 2026
Inox Solar Americas Secures 767-MW PV Module Supply Agreement With US Developer
News at Glance 767 MW of photovoltaic modules committed under the supply agreement. Buyer identified as a leading U.S. solar developer for projects in the United States. Deal signals continued demand for module deliveries amid active U.S. project pipelines. Deal Secures 767 MW of Modules for U.S. Projects Inox Solar Americas announced a supply agreement […]
CleanTech Journal DeskSep 5, 2026
U.S. Energy Storage Deployments Set Quarterly Record
News at Glance Industrial Info reports a quarterly record for U.S. energy storage deployments. Market momentum is broadening with growing activity across utility-scale and distributed projects. Storage is playing an expanding role in grid flexibility, reliability and renewable integration. Industrial Info Cites Highest Quarterly Additions in U.S. Storage Market Industrial Info has documented a new […]
CleanTech Journal DeskSep 5, 2026
Ford’s $30,000 EV Eyes Tesla-Only Sales Milestone
News at Glance Ford’s EV priced at about $30,000 is aimed at mainstream buyers. Vehicle is pursuing a sales milestone that, to date, only Tesla has achieved in the EV market. Success would intensify price competition and test margins, dealer networks and charging infrastructure. Ford targets $30,000 price point to broaden EV adoption Ford has […]
CleanTech Journal DeskSep 4, 2026
Largest U.S. Solar Project Spurs Debate Over Grid and Land Use
News at Glance WAMC described a proposed project as the largest U.S. solar development in a recent feature on large-scale renewables. Utility-scale solar projects typically require extensive grid and transmission upgrades and increasingly pair with battery storage to manage variability. Land use and local permitting are central to debate as communities weigh economic benefits against […]
CleanTech Journal DeskSep 4, 2026
US Solar Manufacturing Outlook to 2030 and What Comes Next
News at Glance Domestic PV manufacturing is accelerating as industry and investors respond to US policy incentives and market demand. Supply-chain and equipment constraints persist, creating near-term bottlenecks for rapid factory scale-up. Technology and workforce development will shape competitiveness for US-produced wafers, cells and modules beyond 2030. Supply-chain buildout increases pressure on raw materials and […]
CleanTech Journal DeskSep 4, 2026
The 2026 GMC Hummer EV Carbon Fiber Edition: A Public Relations Success Story
News at Glance GMC released a Carbon Fiber Edition of the 2026 Hummer EV aimed at boosting visibility for the model line. Media coverage framed the launch as a public relations success that emphasizes style and status over technical change. The edition highlights material and aesthetic upgrades rather than major powertrain or range revisions, according […]
CleanTech Journal DeskSep 4, 2026