Backed by an $18.1 million U.S. government grant, materials specialist 5N Plus is scaling its high-purity germanium recycling and boosting space-grade solar cell production, positioning itself at the nexus of defense, AI infrastructure, and global connectivity supply chains.
TerraForm Power has purchased the massive Steward Creek Solar development in Illinois from Hexagon Energy, a deal that significantly expands its pre-construction portfolio and underscores the scale of new renewable infrastructure needed to meet rising U.S. power demand.
Arizona's Attorney General has issued a stark warning as losses from crypto kiosk scams surpass $177 million in the state this year. Amid a nationwide crackdown, new laws and lawsuits target an industry accused of enabling fraud against vulnerable consumers.
China is poised for a landmark energy transition this year, with solar power capacity expected to overtake coal for the first time, according to industry forecasts. The shift underscores the nation's accelerating pivot towards renewables, which are projected to make up half of the total installed power capacity by year-end.
In a sweeping interview, Elon Musk positioned solar power as the indispensable core of future energy, AI, and space ambitions, praising China's manufacturing scale while urging a massive U.S. build-out.
Authorities in Arizona are conducting an urgent search for Nancy Guthrie, 84, the mother of 'Today' show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, who vanished from her home near Tucson. The family and sheriff's office emphasize her need for daily medication and say her disappearance is out of character.
A suspected human smuggler with a prior conviction was shot by federal agents near the Arizona-Mexico border after allegedly firing at a CBP helicopter and agents during a foot pursuit, according to law enforcement officials.
Once considered a win-win solution, transforming closed landfills into solar farms faces a complex reality of high costs, regulatory hurdles, and site-specific challenges, even as demand for clean energy and affordable power surges.
Homebuilder LGI Homes is testing a higher-specification housing model with the launch of its Monte Vista community in Modesto, California. The new single-story homes come with significant included upgrades and integrated solar energy systems, signaling a strategic shift towards energy efficiency and long-term cost-conscious buyers.
Amid rising electricity prices and shifting federal incentives, solar platform GigaWatt is turning to crowd-investing to accelerate its push into integrated, user-friendly DIY solar kits, betting on AI and streamlined hardware to capture a growing market.
Despite a staggering 1,990% surge in annual earnings, Canadian Solar's stock performance tells a more complex story, with recent volatility overshadowing a strong one-year gain and raising questions about market sentiment versus fundamentals.
LGI Homes deepens its California footprint with a new solar-equipped community near Modesto, bundling high-value upgrades to attract buyers. While the move underscores a strategic shift towards energy efficiency, analysts question its immediate impact on the homebuilder's strained margins and growth trajectory.
A Florida family’s dream home purchase turned into a financial nightmare after discovering a hidden $45,000 lien attached to solar panels advertised as ‘free.’ The case highlights critical pitfalls in the booming residential solar market.
Three executive members of a Northern Arizona University fraternity have been charged with hazing after an 18-year-old student died during an off-campus rush event, prompting a university suspension and renewed scrutiny of Greek life practices.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) announces a historic $165 billion investment to expand its advanced chipmaking facilities in Arizona, marking a significant deepening of U.S.-Taiwan economic and strategic ties.
SunPower has completed its inaugural installation of high-efficiency Monolith solar panels from REC Silicon in California's Santa Cruz, with local installer Cobalt Power Systems reporting immediate sell-out of initial inventory. The move comes amid surging demand from tech-savvy homeowners and follows SunPower's recent quarterly revenue growth.
A recent report by Congressional Democrats highlights rising costs for Arizonans, but a local economist argues the figures lack crucial context on 'normal' inflation, igniting a political firestorm over economic messaging.
Driven by falling costs and strong incentives, heavy manufacturing is increasingly turning to on-site solar power. This shift is transforming large factory roofs from passive structures into strategic assets for cutting energy bills and emissions.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company's planned Arizona gigafab cluster, backed by a US$250 billion U.S.-Taiwan initiative, underscores its pivotal role in powering the AI revolution while raising questions about capital intensity and long-term returns in the reshoring era.
Cisco Systems has inked a major 15-year virtual power purchase agreement for solar energy in Poland, a move that extends its environmental commitments into one of Europe's more fossil-fuel-dependent grids and underscores its long-term capital allocation strategy beyond core tech.
