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  1. Global industrial company MacLean-Fogg has acquired domestic roll-forming manufacturer OMCO and its solar racking and tracker businesses. “We are excited about this opportunity to take OMCO Solar to the next level, now with the backing of a great partner in MacLean-Fogg. We look forward to growing our team and adding even more value to our…

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  2. Renewable energy produced more than one-quarter of U.S. electricity in 2025 and was responsible for more than one-third of new installed generating capacity, according to a review of U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) data by the SUN DAY Campaign. SUN DAY expects solar, wind and battery energy storage systems to add 60% more electricity to…

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  3. In a world desperate for new electricity generating sources of power, speed is essential in utility-scale solar. Too many projects fail from the knock-on effects of extended timelines in the pre-construction phase – the so-called “Valley of Death.” Solar design software is one tool that mitigates pre-construction phase risks without compromising speed or accuracy. Compounding…

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  4. The first six solar systems in a 15-system portfolio are now complete in Wayne County, West Virginia. The systems are being installed by Solar Holler for the Wayne County School District. Ever.green, a marketplace empowering businesses of all sizes to participate in the energy transition through the purchase and sale of long-term renewable energy certificates…

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  5. Oxford PV, a solar perovskite company operating in Europe, has opened its patent portfolio to American panel manufacturer First Solar. First Solar has signed a patent licensing agreement with Oxford PV, which provides First Solar with access to Oxford’s existing issued patents and currently pending patent applications. The non-exclusive license allows First Solar to continue…

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