SWTCH, FLO Partner on Roaming Deal to Simplify EV Charging
Leading EV charging solutions providers SWTCH Energy and FLO have announced a roaming agreement in which users of one charging network will have access to the other network’s stations through their existing app. The agreement expands network connectivity for both companies as they both have roaming agreements with other charging networks throughout the U.S. […]
Longroad Energy Breaks Ground on 400 MW Texas Solar Project
Longroad Energy announced the financial close and commencement of construction of its 400 MWdc (300 MWac) solar project, 1000 Mile Solar, in Yoakum County, Texas. The renewable energy developer, owner, and operator finalized a long-term offtake agreement with Meta in the form of an Environmental Attributes Purchase Agreement in late 2024. It includes a financial […]
Ionna Opens First EV Fast-Charging Site in California
DC fast-charging network Ionna has officially opened its first location in California, marking an important milestone in its nationwide network expansion. Ionna is a joint venture between BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, and Toyota. Located in Vista, Ionna’s Rechargery Relay charging station offers ten 400 kW charging stalls. Four are equipped with […]
SOU Adds Solar+Storage in Push Toward 100% Daytime Power
Southern Oregon University (SOU) has installed two new solar arrays and its first battery energy storage system (BESS), moving it closer to its goal of generating 100% of its daytime electricity needs on campus. The installations were completed at Lithia Motors Pavilion and The Hawk Dining Commons, adding 402 kW of total capacity. The university […]
GreenieRE, UCS Launch Surety Program for Clean Energy Projects
GreenieRE is launching a Renewable Energy Surety Program through a newly formed partnership with United Casualty and Surety Insurance Company (UCS). The program will bring a suite of products to the market designed to provide bonds for renewable energy developers and utility owners to counteract the possibility of projects not being completed or able to […]
Meet Our Advisory Board – Featuring Joanna Hamblin

The Leaders Who Help Shape IESNA’s Conference Program Intersolar & Energy Storage North America’s (IESNA) Advisory Board provides industry expertise and guidance, helping us develop timely, engaging, and educational programs that provide clean energy professionals with diverse perspectives, actionable insights, and innovative solutions. From the conference program to the exhibit hall, the contributions of these […]
SolarPanelRecycling.com to Triple Capacity with New Facility
SolarPanelRecycling.com (SPR) has announced the addition of a new processing technology to its portfolio, as well as a new 50,000 square foot processing plant to its North Carolina headquarters campus. SPR operates the largest distributed network of owned and operated solar recycling plants across the country. The project will triple SPR’s North Carolina headquarters capacity […]
EVolve NY Opens Long Island’s Largest Public Fast-Charging Hub
Six new EVolve NY electric vehicle fast chargers are now available to the public in Southold, New York, according to a recent announcement by New York Governor Kathy Hochul. A part of the New York Power Authority’s (NYPA) mission to expand public EV infrastructure across the state, the milestone marks the first high-powered EV charging […]
Cordelio Brings 150 MW Missouri Solar Project Online with Microsoft PPA
Cordelio Power’s Winfield 150 MW solar project, located in Lincoln County, Missouri, is now operational; it will sell 100% of the power it generates to Microsoft under a 15-year contract. Qcells provided EPC services and its domestically manufactured modules for the project. The site has been under development since 2017, originally through Dakota Renewable Energy, […]
Nautilus Solar Secures $275M to Expand Community Solar Portfolio
Nautilus Solar Energy® LLC announced it closed its largest single debt transaction to date: a $275 million, long-term debt facility. The deal will expand the company’s base with three new financial partners, MUFG, SMBC, and Apterra Infrastructure Capital. The move underscores strong market confidence in Nautilus and the long-term value of community solar. The […]
Southern Company, Ford Pro Test Smart Charging Strategies for EV Fleets
Ford Pro and Southern Company have successfully completed a six-month pilot program focused on managed charging for electric commercial fleet operations. The pilot sought to gain insights into the opportunities and challenges associated with fleet charging, as well as its impact on the grid. Ford Pro Intelligence monitored and analyzed data from Southern Company’s […]
SMA and Create Energy Partner to Localize Manufacturing in U.S.
SMA Solar Technology AG has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Create Energy to strengthen localized manufacturing of next-generation inverter and skid products for the U.S. market. SMA and Create Energy, through their partnership, seek to localize supply chains, reduce lead times, and enhance service and support. The two companies will work together to […]