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- 1EP Shanghai 2026 power equipment expo set for Decemberβ[#TRADESHOW] # EP # Shanghai 2026 β The 33rd # China Shanghai # International # Exhibition on # Electric # Power # Equip
The 33rd EP Shanghai, the China Shanghai International Exhibition on Electric Power Equipment and Technology, will run from December 3 to 5, 2026 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. The event will also host the Energy Storage Technology Application and Hydrogen Energy Expo, bringing together suppliers and buyers from China's power and clean energy sectors.
- 2Congressman Gabe Amo Tours Solid State Power on Blue Economy SwingβΌAmo Visits Solid State Power to Highlight Ocean State Manufacturing on Blue Economy Tour
US Congressman Gabe Amo visited Rhode Island manufacturer Solid State Power as part of his Blue Economy tour, highlighting the state's ocean-related manufacturing sector. The visit underscores his push to connect local industry with the growing maritime and clean-energy economy, drawing attention to the role of Rhode Island firms in ocean-focused technology and jobs.
- 3China Clean Expo 2027 set for Shanghai next springβΌ# China # Clean # Expo 2027 will bring # commercial # cleaning # equipment , autonomous # robots , # drone systems and f
China Clean Expo 2027, the 28th edition of the commercial cleaning trade event, will run in Shanghai from March 30 to April 2, 2027. Organisers say the show will feature commercial cleaning equipment, autonomous robots, drone systems and facility-management technology, positioning itself as a showcase for automation in the cleaning and building services industry.
- 4Chicago program works to diversify the solar workforceβΌHow one Chicago program is diversifying the solar workforce
A Chicago-based training program is working to bring more women and people of color into the solar energy industry, which remains heavily white and male. Reported by Canary Media, the initiative offers job training and pathways into clean energy careers, part of a broader push to make the growing renewable sector more inclusive as solar jobs expand across the US.
- 5Standard Solar acquires two Washington solar projects from OneEnergyβΌStandard Solar acquires two Washington projects from OneEnergy
Standard Solar has acquired two solar projects in Washington state from developer OneEnergy. The deal adds to Standard Solar's growing portfolio of distributed generation and community solar assets, while allowing OneEnergy to recycle capital into new development. The move reflects continued consolidation in the US solar sector, where established owners are buying shovel-ready projects from independent developers amid strong demand for clean energy capacity.
- 6Aligned secures financing for 126-MW solar portfolio in Illinois and MarylandβΌAligned lands financing for 126-MW solar portfolio in Illinois, Maryland
Aligned has obtained financing for a 126-megawatt solar portfolio spanning projects in Illinois and Maryland. The deal supports the development of utility-scale renewable energy capacity in both states, adding to a growing pipeline of solar projects backed by institutional capital across the United States as demand for clean energy continues to rise.
- 7Solar Power World opens nominations for rising US solar starsβΌNominate the Rising Stars of US solar
Solar Power World has opened nominations for its Rising Stars awards, which recognise up-and-coming professionals and companies in the US solar industry. The trade publication is asking readers to put forward candidates making an early impact in clean energy. Industry members are expected to share the call for nominations as the recognition carries visibility within the sector.
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Donald Trump announced new trade measures aimed at strengthening US competition with China in the solar equipment and semiconductor sectors. The actions signal a continued hard line on China in strategic technology supply chains, with implications for manufacturers, importers and clean energy industries on both sides of the Pacific. Further details of the measures have not yet been widely reported.
- 9Mexico Revises Renewable Pipeline: 42 Solar, 13 Wind ProjectsβΌMexico Revises Renewable Pipeline: 42 Solar, 13 Wind Projects - News and Statistics
Mexico has updated its national renewable energy project pipeline, which now includes 42 solar and 13 wind projects, according to industry data tracking. The revision offers a snapshot of planned clean-power capacity across the country and comes as interest grows in how quickly Mexico is expanding renewable generation. Observers are watching the figures for signals about investment direction in the sector.
- 10El Salvador unveils 400 MW solar and battery storage planβΌEl Salvador announces 400 MW solar, 1 GWh battery storage push
El Salvador has announced plans to build 400 MW of solar power capacity paired with 1 GWh of battery storage. The renewable energy push, reported by pv magazine Global, would represent a major expansion of the Central American country's solar infrastructure and its ability to store clean electricity for use when the sun is not shining.
- 11New York commits $200 million to distributed solar programβΌNew York to allocate USD 200m under NY-Sun distributed solar scheme
New York State will allocate USD 200 million under its NY-Sun programme, which supports distributed solar energy projects across the state. The funding is expected to back new rooftop and community solar installations, furthering New York's clean energy targets. Energy sector watchers are taking note of the scale of the commitment and what it means for the state's solar buildout.
- 12Jamaica's NIC to launch Caribbean's largest agricultural renewable energy systemβNIC to Launch Caribbeanβs largest agriculture renewable energy system IRIE FM https:// iriefm.net/nic-to-launch-carib be
Jamaica's National Irrigation Commission (NIC) is preparing to launch what is described as the Caribbean's largest agricultural renewable energy system. The announcement, reported by Jamaican broadcaster IRIE FM, points to a major step in powering the island's agriculture sector with clean energy, drawing attention region-wide.
- 13Germany and China Navigate Cleantech Competition and CooperationβGermany and China in the cleantech sector: Between opportunities, competition and location policy
Germany and China's relationship in the clean technology sector is under scrutiny, framed as a balance between economic opportunity, rising competition, and industrial location policy. Analysts are weighing how German industry can benefit from Chinese cleantech supply chains while protecting domestic manufacturing and managing political pressure to reduce dependence on China.
- 14Morgan Stanley flags rate pressure on clean tech stocksβΌNextEra, First Solar, Enphase Among Clean Tech Firms Facing Q3 Valuation Impact on Higher Rates, Morgan Stanley Says
Morgan Stanley says rising interest rates are weighing on valuations of clean energy companies heading into the third quarter, naming NextEra Energy, First Solar and Enphase among those exposed. Higher rates raise financing costs for renewable projects and discount future earnings, pressuring the sector's growth-heavy valuations.
- 15Uruguay unveils $5.7bn data center and solar megaprojectβΌUruguay announces US$5.7bn data center, solar PV megaproject
Uruguay has announced a US$5.7 billion megaproject combining a large data center with solar photovoltaic power generation. The plan pairs digital infrastructure with renewable energy capacity, in line with the country's push to leverage its clean electricity grid to attract investment. Details on investors, location and timelines were not immediately available, and the announcement is drawing attention across Latin America's energy and tech sectors.
- 16energyRe closes $815 million financing for 360MW solar portfolioβΌDeveloper energyRe closes US$815 million financing for 360MW solar PV portfolio
Renewable energy developer energyRe has closed US$815 million in financing for a 360MW portfolio of solar photovoltaic projects. The deal underscores continued strong investor appetite for large-scale US solar development, with lenders backing the build-out of utility-scale clean energy capacity at a time of rapid growth in the sector.
- 17Clean Energy, Food and Digital Infrastructure: Ethiopia's New Diplomatic AssetsβΌClean Energy, Food and Digital Infrastructure: The New Assets of Ethiopian Diplomacy
Ethiopian state media report that Addis Ababa is reframing its foreign policy around economic assets: clean energy exports, food production and digital infrastructure. The piece argues these sectors are becoming the country's main bargaining tools with partners and investors, shifting diplomacy away from purely political issues toward trade, development and regional integration.
- 18Zelestra Secures $350 Million for Solar ProjectβΌProject Finance Brief: Zelestra Secures $350 Million for Solar Project
Renewable energy developer Zelestra has secured $350 million in project financing for a solar project, according to a project finance brief from Mercom Capital Group. The funding will support the development of solar power capacity, adding to a string of large-scale clean energy financing deals being tracked across the global renewable sector.
- 19TotalEnergies and KKR add 700 MW of US solar assetsβΌTotalEnergies and KKR add 700 MW of solar assets to their JV in the US
TotalEnergies and KKR have expanded their US solar joint venture by 700 megawatts of assets, deepening the partnership between the French energy major and the US investment firm in American renewable power. The deal reinforces both companies' push into large-scale solar as demand for clean energy capacity keeps growing across the United States.
- 20GRIPS Energy raises growth equity for 100MW African solar pushβΌGRIPS Energy lands growth equity to build 100MW solar fleet across Africa
GRIPS Energy has secured growth equity funding to develop a 100MW portfolio of solar projects across Africa. The investment will support the company's plans to expand renewable energy capacity on the continent, where demand for reliable, clean power continues to outpace supply. The announcement has drawn attention from energy sector observers tracking Africa's growing solar investment pipeline.
- 21KKR Adds $1.2 Billion Solar Portfolio to US Renewables VentureβΌKKR (KKR) Adds $1.2 Billion Solar Portfolio to Its U.S. Renewables Venture
KKR has added a $1.2 billion solar portfolio to its United States renewables venture, expanding the investment firm's clean-energy holdings. The deal signals continued large-scale investor interest in solar assets despite shifting policy and market conditions in the US energy sector.
- 22Analyst Upgrades First Solar Stock, Citing Strong OutlookβΌThis Analyst Just Upgraded First Solar Stock. Here's Why.
An analyst has upgraded First Solar stock, with the move reported by financial outlets including Barchart. The upgrade suggests improving confidence in the solar panel maker's prospects, though the specific rationale behind the call was not detailed in the available coverage. Investors tracking the clean energy sector are likely watching the stock's reaction to the revised rating.
- 23energyRe Lands $815 Million for South Carolina Solar ProjectsβΌenergyRe Secures $815 Million for South Carolina Solar Projects
Clean energy developer energyRe has secured $815 million in financing for its solar projects in South Carolina. The funding supports the company's push to expand large-scale renewable energy capacity in the southeastern United States, where demand for solar power continues to grow. The deal highlights sustained investor appetite for utility-scale clean energy infrastructure despite broader market volatility in the energy sector.
- 24TotalEnergies and KKR Expand US Solar Joint Venture by 700 MWβΌTotalEnergies, KKR Add 700 MW to US Solar JV
TotalEnergies and private equity firm KKR have added 700 megawatts of capacity to their joint solar venture in the United States, according to industry outlet Rigzone. The move expands the companies' existing partnership in American solar power and signals continued large-scale investment in renewables despite shifting energy market conditions. The two firms had previously pooled solar assets in the venture, and the latest addition is drawing attention from energy-sector observers tracking how major oil companies and investors balance fossil fuel operations with clean energy growth.
- 25KKR Expands Solar Capacity Through Joint Venture GrowthβKKR (KKR) Adds Solar Capacity Following JV Expansion While Fair Value Stays In Focus
KKR has added solar power capacity following an expansion of its joint venture in the renewable energy sector, even as analysts continue to weigh the firm's fair value valuation. The move underlines the private equity giant's growing interest in clean energy assets. Investors are watching how the expanded solar exposure affects the company's long-term returns.
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The Arms Control Association reports that public-private partnerships are broadening U.S. nuclear fusion research, with government labs increasingly working alongside private companies to advance fusion energy development. The growth of these collaborations is drawing attention to how federal support and private investment are reshaping the American fusion sector and raising questions about oversight, funding priorities, and the pace toward commercial fusion power.
- 27TotalEnergies and KKR expand US solar joint venture with $1.2 billion portfolioβΌTotalEnergies And KKR Expand U.S. Renewables Joint Venture With $1.2 Billion Solar Portfolio
TotalEnergies and KKR have expanded their U.S. renewables joint venture with a $1.2 billion solar portfolio, deepening the partnership between the French energy major and the American private equity firm in clean power. The deal adds significant solar capacity to their existing venture, reflecting continued large-scale investment in U.S. renewable energy assets despite shifting market conditions in the sector.
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First Solar shares gained 3.5% in trading on Friday, drawing attention from investors tracking the solar and renewable energy sector. The exact catalyst for the move has not been confirmed, with market watchers pointing to general momentum in clean energy stocks as a possible driver.
- 29Alta Resource Technologies refines rare earths using proteinsβΌ10 Start-Ups to Watch 2026: Alta Resource Technologies refines rare earths using proteins
Alta Resource Technologies has been named among the 10 Start-Ups to Watch in 2026, recognised for a process that refines rare earth elements using proteins rather than conventional chemical methods. The approach could offer a cleaner, more sustainable way to extract critical minerals needed for electronics, batteries and clean energy technologies, drawing attention from the chemistry and mining sectors.
- 30Tongwei Launches TNC 2.0 FULLX G12R-48 Residential Solar ModuleβTongwei's TNC 2.0 FULLX G12R-48: A New Residential Solar Module Designed to Get More from Every Rooftop
Chinese solar manufacturer Tongwei has introduced the TNC 2.0 FULLX G12R-48, a new photovoltaic module aimed at the residential rooftop market. The company says the design is intended to maximise energy output from limited roof space, getting more from every rooftop. Details beyond the announcement remain limited, and the news is drawing attention from observers tracking solar product releases and household renewable energy technology.
- 31Waldevar expands solar and storage push in ItalyβWaldevar pursues broad solar, storage opportunities in Italian market
Renewable energy firm Waldevar is pursuing a broad range of solar and energy storage opportunities in the Italian market. The company's strategy targets utility-scale photovoltaic projects alongside battery storage, positioning it within Italy's growing clean energy sector. Details on specific projects or investment figures have not yet been disclosed.
- 32Apex closes financing for 150 MW Spring Creek Solar projectβApex closes financing for 150 MW Spring Creek Solar in US
Apex Clean Energy has secured financing for its 150 MW Spring Creek Solar project in the United States. The closing marks a step forward for the large-scale solar development, adding to a pipeline of utility-scale renewable projects being built across the country as demand for clean power continues to grow.
- 33NextEra Energy Shares Draw Investor AttentionβNextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE) Stock Price, News, Quote & History
NextEra Energy, the Florida-based clean energy utility, is seeing heightened interest in its stock (ticker NEE) as investors track its price, quotes and latest news on financial platforms. Traders appear to be checking recent movements in the share price, though no specific announcement or earnings report is cited. The company remains one of the largest renewable energy producers in the United States, and its stock is widely held by retail and institutional investors.
- 34First Solar Seen as Strong Buy Ahead of US MidtermsβΌFirst Solar: A Good Entry Point With Potential Midterms Catalysts (NASDAQ:FSLR)
Analysts are flagging First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR) as an attractive entry point for investors, with the upcoming US midterm elections viewed as a potential catalyst for the stock. Policy shifts on clean energy incentives could boost solar manufacturers. The stock is drawing attention as investors weigh political outcomes against solar sector fundamentals.
- 35Ex-SpaceX Engineers Building Driverless Electric Freight TrainsβΌEx-SpaceX Engineers Are Building Driverless Electric Freight Trains
A team of former SpaceX engineers is developing driverless, electric freight trains, aiming to bring autonomous technology to cargo rail. The venture suggests a push to modernize freight transport with automation and cleaner energy, applying aerospace engineering experience to the rail industry.
- 36Truist sees 50% upside for First Solar on strong pricing outlookβΌTruist sees 50% upside for First Solar as pricing supported into 2030s
Analysts at Truist have raised their outlook on First Solar, saying the solar panel maker's shares could climb roughly 50% from current levels. The bullish call rests on expectations that solar module pricing will stay supported well into the 2030s, helping sustain margins and earnings for the leading US-based manufacturer.
- 37TotalEnergies and KKR to Add 700 MW of US SolarβTotalEnergies and KKR Plan to Add 700 MW of US Solar Capacity to Joint Venture
TotalEnergies and private equity firm KKR plan to add 700 megawatts of solar power capacity in the United States through their joint venture, expanding the partnership's renewable energy portfolio. The move underscores continued investment in large-scale US solar projects by major energy companies and financial investors, despite shifting market conditions in the clean energy sector.