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How will trade affect the US solar industry?

The US solar industry faces a complex and evolving trade landscape that will significantly impact development over the next five years. The flurry of recent trade actions, both industry-specific and non-industry-specific, is reshaping the economics of solar projects and supply chains.

Why did Suncatcher group buy Clearway Energy?

Suncatcher Gruppe secures EUR 12M to boost Germany's solar capacity with 22 MWp projects, advancing renewable energy and storage solutions. Clearway Energy boosts its renewable portfolio with a 613-megawatt solar acquisition, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable energy growth.

How will the community solar market change in 2025?

The community solar market will experience a more significant contraction, with capacity declining by 22% year-over-year in 2025, following a record year in 2024. Lastly, utility-scale installations will drop by 2% in 2025 after two solid years of growth.

How did California's solar market perform in Q1 2024?

Commercial solar grew by 4%, installing 486 MWdc, making it the only solar segment to increase compared to Q1 2024. California’s NEM 2.0 installations continued to fuel the commercial segment, with the state adding more than 200 MWdc in Q1. Community solar installations, however, dropped significantly to 244 MWdc after a massive fourth quarter.

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How did solar perform in Q1 2024?

The distributed solar segments showed mixed performances last quarter. Commercial solar grew by 4%, installing 486 MWdc, making it the only solar segment to increase compared to Q1 2024. California’s NEM 2.0 installations continued to fuel the commercial segment, with the state adding more than 200 MWdc in Q1.