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SunPower Files for Bankruptcy, Plans Asset Sale or Wind Down
In a dramatic turn of events, SunPower, once a leading name in the solar energy industry, has filed for bankruptcy protection, marking a significant shift…
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FERC Delay Threatens 3 GW in ISO-NE Auction
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's (FERC) failure to act on ISO New England's (ISO-NE) proposed interconnection reforms is raising alarms, as it could prevent up…
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NOAA Grants Boost Citizen Science for Marine Conservation
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries has announced a new round of grants aimed at enhancing marine conservation efforts through citizen science. This…
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Eaton Fire Investigation Could Take 18 Months
In early February 2025, the Eaton Fire ravaged over 14,000 acres in Altadena, California, leaving devastating destruction in its wake. The fire, which resulted in…
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Sunnova and OpenSolar Partner to Boost AI-Driven Solar Designs
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In an alarming development, global temperatures have soared to unprecedented levels, marking the hottest day ever recorded on Earth. This extreme heatwave underscores the escalating…
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