DOE Terminates Hundreds of Clean Energy Project Grants
The U.S. Department of Energy announced it will terminate hundreds of grants issued through the Offices of Clean Energy Demonstrations and Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, impacting numerous solar and renewable energy initiatives, including training programs for operations and maintenance technicians. The decision is expected to disrupt ongoing and planned projects across the sector.[1]
Illinois Passes Clean & Reliable Grid Affordability Act
Illinois legislators passed the Clean & Reliable Grid Affordability Act, now awaiting the governor’s signature, which aims to strengthen the state’s energy grid and protect communities from rising energy costs by introducing new energy storage incentives and utility requirements. The bill was approved during the 2025 veto session and is seen as a key step in modernizing grid infrastructure.[1]
Envision Energy and ACWA Power Launch Major Renewable Partnership
Envision Energy and ACWA Power signed a seven-year framework agreement to accelerate renewable energy development in Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, China, and other strategic markets, with a focus on wind turbine supply, technological cooperation, and local manufacturing. The collaboration is expected to boost wind turbine innovation and support local content goals in alignment with national energy transition strategies.[2]
California Enacts Battery Storage Safety Standards Following Moss Landing Fire
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a new law to strengthen safety standards for energy storage facilities and improve coordination with fire officials, responding to the Moss Landing battery storage fire. The legislation is designed to enhance the safety and reliability of the state’s rapidly growing energy storage infrastructure.[1]
District Court Orders FEMA to Consider Renewables in Puerto Rico Grid Rebuild
A U.S. district court ruled that FEMA must analyze renewable energy alternatives in its plans to rebuild Puerto Rico’s electric grid, siding with conservation groups who challenged the agency’s fossil-fuel-focused approach. The decision mandates a comprehensive look at distributed renewables during the territory’s grid reconstruction.[1]
Illinois Doubles Capacity of Solar Incentive Program Ahead of Federal ITC Phase-Out
The Illinois Commerce Commission approved updates to the state’s Long-Term Renewable Resources Procurement Plan, immediately doubling the capacity of community, commercial, and small-scale solar categories in the solar incentive program. This move aims to protect consumers from rising energy costs as the federal Investment Tax Credit is phased out.[1]
Dinagat Islands Signs $85 Million Hybrid Solar-Wind Project Deal
The Dinagat Islands provincial government in the Philippines signed an $85 million Power Supply Agreement with Solind Technology Corporation to develop a hybrid solar and wind energy project. This marks a major advancement for renewable energy adoption i