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Reliability over rates: U.S. power markets pivot as demand surges 34% Solar developers need to adapt to new realities and seize new opportunities, said a report from Enverus Intelligence Research.

As demand accelerates, power markets are shifting from lowest-cost generation to reliability-first planning. This analysis shows why solar must evolve through storage and smarter grid integration to remain a cornerstone of the energy transition. #energysky

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As solar deployment accelerates, long-duration energy storage is becoming increasingly critical. Pumped-storage hydropower remains the dominant technology, with China accounting for 75% of projects over 1,000 MW, more than Japan and the US combined. #energysky

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Navajo Power’s 750 MW solar + storage project secures Navajo Nation land lease Looking at development opportunities beyond the 750 MW project, Navajo Power’s CEO said that expanded transmission capacity in the region would better position the Navajo Nation as a regional energy player.

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By: William Driscoll on Wednesday, January 28, 2026

How much faster can solar be built vs. gas turbines? The U.S. solar industry’s federal incentive ecosystem has been drastically reshaped by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). With subsidies passing or

As demand for new power generation grows, speed to the grid matters more than ever. This article examines how utility-scale solar compares to gas turbines on development and construction timelines, and why solar still has an edge.

Read more: www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/01/how-...

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New York study finds distributed solar and storage could save ratepayers $1 billion annually The report suggests expanding 2035 targets for local clean energy to 20 GW to mitigate wholesale price volatility and improve winter reliability.

New York study finds distributed solar and storage could save ratepayers $1 billion annually #energysky -- via pv magazine usa:

From hospitals to city governments, municipal solar is delivering clean energy, cost savings, and stronger communities - learn more:

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Here Are Some Crucial Climate Actions You Can Take To Protect The Environment In 2026 - CleanTechnica Take a moment to breathe in hope for a healthy and sustainable planet. You will be proud of your efforts to protect the environment.

2026 is a pivotal year for climate action, where voting, advocacy, and growing clean energy like solar can lead to real emissions cuts. 🌎⚡️

Here are meaningful ways to help move climate action forward in 2026: cleantechnica.com/2026/01/01/h...

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What’s next for battery technology in 2026 Longer-duration storage, safety-driven procurement and FEOC compliance are starting to push alternative chemistries closer to scale.

Battery storage is at a turning point as the grid faces longer-duration needs, safety concerns, and supply chain pressure. Industry leaders see 2026 as a key year for diversifying battery technologies and redefining grid reliability. 🔋 #energysky

Learn more: pv-magazine-usa.com/2025/12/31/w...

Community solar has grown to 7.8 GW across 44 states, opening the door to cleaner, more affordable energy and showing how policy and community-led projects can make solar accessible to more people; learn more about how it’s expanding access and impact nationwide. ☀️

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