US solar tariffs linked to preventable deaths, claim researchers
Researchers say imported solar modules avoided nearly 600 US deaths and $28 billion in climate and health costs, while tariffs stalled clean energy progress.
US rooftop solar’s climate gains shrink as grids grow cleaner
A new study warns that rooftop solar’s emissions benefits are declining in the United States as power grids become less carbon intensive, underscoring the need to update how renewable impact is measured.
Tesla Energy output rises 84% to 43.5 GWh with record deployments
Tesla Energy reported record storage deployments and profit margins in 2025, with production expansion in the United States and China expected to push output capacity above 130 GWh per year.
S-5! solar metal roof mount cleared for hurricane zones
S-5! has secured Florida Building Code approval for its PVKIT 2.0 solar mounting system, enabling installation on metal roofs in high-velocity hurricane regions.
Generac launches microinverter with ‘unlimited backup’ package
The US-based generator company has released its PWRmicro microinverter, which integrates with the company’s energy storage, generator, and energy management system to offer a ‘parallel backup’ solution.
Zombie apocalypse-ready solar-plus-storage kit
JDEnergy introduced its eBlock 100C, eStation MV-6880, combined control systems, and the milestone deployment of its 20,000th energy storage block.
Solar, storage push US tax credit market near $60 billion in 2025
Crux’s mid-year report says the US transferable clean energy tax credit market is on track to approach $60 billion in 2025, nearly double last year, led by solar and storage.
California’s home batteries are replacing gas plants and saving hundreds of millions
Brattle Group analyzed a gigawatt-hour virtual power plant test that may be the world’s largest as part of its review of California’s distributed peak-shaving program.
US studies show 2050 cost forecasts for solar, wind and batteries far too high
For years, US solar insiders have watched cost forecasts miss the mark. Now, new research confirms what industry trends already made clear by 2023: most 2050 projections for solar, wind, and batteries weren’t even in the same ballpark.
EIA to cancel US solar module shipment report after review
The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) has proposed ending its solar module shipment report, citing limited value compared with reporting burdens.
