LGCY Power Expands Residential Solar Business Through National Homebuilder Partnerships

BaxEnergy, a Yokogawa company and full-service partner of renewable energy power companies, has expanded its portfolio to introduce a comprehensive product suite for Renewable Energy Management Solutions (REMS). Yokogawa is also supporting BaxEnergy’s transition in the US market, co-locating in its office in Houston, Texas, as the company looks to grow internationally and support its customers with assets in North America. 

New freemium APM solution to the market 

BaxEnergy launches Farsight, a cloud-native, freemium Asset Performance Management (APM) solution designed for independent power producers (IPPs) and renewable energy operators. The latest innovation in BaxEnergy’s product suite, Farsight enables real time monitoring and reporting, providing users with easy access to asset performance data, customizable dashboards, and integration with third-party systems. It provides a scalable solution for companies of all sizes and simplifies the management of diverse renewable assets.  

A core set of features is available under the FREE plan, ideal for small-scale renewable projects or evaluating the platform. This plan supports portfolios of up to 50 MW, with a limit of 3 power plants and up to 10 users. For growing operators managing diverse renewable assets, the PRO plan unlocks advanced features through a paid subscription. Meanwhile, the ENTERPRISE plan offers tailored services and pricing for large-scale utilities and IPPs.   

A Smart, Fast, and Scalable Platform Tailored for Renewable Energy Operators and IPPs 

Farsight provides the flexibility to handle diverse portfolios, enabling Operators and IPPs that require a unified platform to oversee projects spanning wind, solar and hybrid systems, including Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Users can onboard assets within minutes, significantly reducing the time and complexity of customizing dashboards. With Farsight, users can also maintain full control over their portfolios and can easily add new features on-demand. 

“Farsight marks a new era in BaxEnergy’s REMS product offering — an easy-to-use, scalable APM solution,” said Roberto Tundo, Executive Vice President, BaxEnergy. “As the renewable energy landscape continues to evolve, we developed this solution to offer power plant operators a robust, yet hassle-free platform to maximize asset performance. We understand the importance of a simple, independent APM solution, and Farsight is an all-in-one platform that delivers exactly that.” 

Shifting Power for Greater Returns with Power Plant Controller  

BaxEnergy has incorporated the PXiSE micro-grid, PPC and smart energy shifting solutions into its product family, as an integral part of the Yokogawa acquisition of PXiSE, Inc. With this, the company now offers smart energy shifting, introducing its new Power Plant Controller (PPC) solution to optimize power plant performance by precisely controlling voltage, frequency, power, and power factor. The PPC ensures grid compliance, efficiently managing energy flow between Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and renewable sources, maintaining stability and maximizing output in response to grid operator commands. 

Completing BaxEnergy’s product suite  

BaxEnergy’s existing products and services include ESPx, BaxEnergy’s flagship Enterprise APM solution, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) Assetstack, EMS, Predictive Analytics and Cybersecurity Services. All solutions are built with a security-by-design approach, ensuring that cyber security is integrated at every stage of development. 

BaxEnergy | www.baxenergy.com

SolarKal, the leading commercial solar advisory firm, has partnered with EPR Properties (NYSE: EPR), a premier experiential real estate investment trust, to develop a major community solar project atop EPR’s 230,000-square-foot New Roc City building in New Rochelle, New York. EPR Properties is introducing a source of renewable solar power that will be directly reinvested into the community.

The 1.4 MW solar installation is designed to generate over 1.8 million kWh of clean energy annually, cutting 1,236 metric tons of carbon emissions. As the anchor subscriber, EPR Properties will power the building’s common areas with renewable energy—while also providing nearby residents and businesses with access to discounted community solar subscriptions.

Home to a variety of entertainment venues, the New Roc City complex serves as a key gathering place for the local area. “We’re excited to see our solar project with SolarKal and G&S near completion, bringing a sustainable energy solution that will have a meaningful local impact,” said Cassie Lane, Director of Asset Management at EPR Properties.

Through its full-service solar advisory model, SolarKal conducted a feasibility analysis across EPR’s portfolio, identifying the New Roc City location as an ideal candidate for community solar. The team then facilitated a competitive RFP through SolarKal’s proprietary vendor marketplace, helping select G&S Solar, a developer with deep expertise in the New York market.

“SolarKal is proud to help EPR Properties unlock financial value from their rooftop while advancing their sustainability goals,” said Neil Sharma, Chief Commercial Officer at SolarKal. “This project lowers operating costs, generates long-term lease revenue, and delivers real energy savings to the community. As someone who grew up playing hockey in New Roc City, it’s especially rewarding to see this building become a model for positive impact.”

“This project is a great example of how solar can deliver benefits beyond the rooftop,” said Abe Naparstek, Chief Operating Officer at G&S Solar. “We’re proud to work with SolarKal and EPR Properties to bring clean, affordable energy to New Rochelle while helping meet the state’s ambitious climate goals.”

Final construction is underway, with SolarKal providing ongoing project management to ensure a seamless execution. Approximately 150 community solar subscribers will benefit from utility bill savings through the project.

EPR Properties | https://eprkc.com/

SolarKal | https://www.solarkal.com/

G&S Solar | https://gssolar.com/

SPATCO and ChargerHelp have announced a partnership to enhance the reliability of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, as the industry faces growing scrutiny over charger uptime and serviceability. The collaboration comes at a critical moment, with federal funding uncertainties and new state-level regulations in California proposing penalties for prolonged charger downtime.

Industry reports highlight persistent reliability issues across public EV charging networks. In the fourth quarter of 2024, one in five EV drivers who visited a public charging station could not complete a charge due to station outages, malfunctioning equipment, or payment system failures. [J.D. Power]

At the same time, the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program—a $5 billion federal initiative—has been paused, creating uncertainty for public and private charging operators. [The Guardian] Meanwhile, California's AB 1423 proposes new requirements for uptime reporting and penalties of up to $2,500 per violation for charging stations that fail to meet reliability standards. This shift signals growing regulatory pressure on charging providers to ensure consistent station uptime and performance. [California Legislative Information]

"Charger uptime is no longer just a convenience issue—it's a regulatory priority," said Kameale Terry, Co-Founder & CEO of ChargerHelp. "Our partnership with SPATCO is about scaling a structured, data-driven approach to charger maintenance, ensuring that as the industry grows, reliability keeps pace."

Scaling EV Charger Maintenance with Workforce and Technology

In response to these challenges, ChargerHelp and SPATCO are partnering to increase overall workforce capacity and improve field service coordination. ChargerHelp has developed the EMPWR Technician App to streamline charger troubleshooting, enhance coordination between stakeholders, and reduce repair times. SPATCO will be the first field service partner to integrate the platform, joining ChargerHelp's existing technicians.

The EMPWR Technician App enables SPATCO's 150 electricians across their 15-state footprint to respond to EC charger service calls by standardizing processes and guiding service personnel in the field through the most challenging work orders in a matter of hours, and drives preventive maintenance for Level 2 and Level 3 chargers. This breakthrough proprietary software platform also includes real-time technician support, improving both time and costs associated with resolving EC charger problems in the field.

"As the EV industry faces mounting regulatory scrutiny and increasing demand for reliable charging infrastructure, SPATCO is committed to delivering innovative service solutions that keep chargers operational. Now our charging operators can continue providing critical services to EV drivers with the confidence they need to meet evolving compliance standards. Together, we are ensuring that the future of EV charging is not only accessible but also dependable," said John Force, CEO & President, SPATCO Energy Solutions. "With uptime requirements becoming more stringent, we see a real need for modernized, scalable field service operations. Our collaboration with ChargerHelp will help meet that demand."

Industry Accountability and Future of EV Charging Reliability

The partnership comes as states and federal agencies increase focus on charger reliability metrics. In addition to uptime penalties, policymakers are pushing for standardized definitions of charger operability, ensuring networks report consistent data on performance. The California Energy Commission is expected to introduce new uptime assessment standards, aligning state and federal regulations to hold operators accountable for long-term reliability.

Beyond regulatory requirements, investors and infrastructure operators are also prioritizing reliability metrics. As uptime standards become key in securing state and federal funding, fleet operators, utilities, and charging network providers will need verifiable maintenance strategies to remain competitive.

With EV retail share growth projections reaching a total of 9.1% of the total automobile marketplace, or a total of 1.2 million vehicles sold, [J.D. Power] it's more important than ever to provide EV drivers with the same consistent fueling experience as traditional fueling at the pump.

Next Steps for the Partnership

"Leveraging technology to support our service techs in the field to expedite EV charger trouble-shooting will be key to this industry's success at keeping optimal charger uptimes" said Miguel Payan, VP & General Manager, SPATCO EV Solutions. ChargerHelp and SPATCO will begin deploying integrated workforce solutions in key markets over the next quarter, with additional service partners expected to join the initiative. The EMPWR Technician App will be available to select industry partners, helping streamline compliance and improve service response times.

SPATCO | https://spatco.com/

ChargerHelp | https://www.chargerhelp.com/

JuiceNet, an innovative, peer-to-peer electric vehicle charging platform, announced a new partnership with ChargePoint, a leading provider of EV charging, to become a value-added reseller of ChargePoint electric vehicle (EV) chargers. Starting next week, JuiceNet will offer ChargePoint’s home and commercial charging stations to residential and commercial customers, providing a one-stop destination for purchasing, installing, and managing EV charging solutions. The partnership combines ChargePoint’s industry-leading hardware with JuiceNet’s peer-to-peer platform, making EV charging more accessible, convenient, and affordable for drivers at home and at work.

As an authorized value-added reseller, JuiceNet will not only sell ChargePoint chargers at a competitive price point, but also provide turnkey support including site evaluation, installation by certified professionals, and ongoing customer service. JuiceNet’s team will handle everything from initial site walks and infrastructure assessment to final charger setup, ensuring a seamless installation experience. In addition, JuiceNet assists customers in identifying and applying for any available EV charger incentives or rebates, further reducing the total cost of ownership. This comprehensive approach removes the complexity from adopting EV charging infrastructure, giving buyers peace of mind from start to finish.

Key Benefits of the ChargePoint-JuiceNet partnership include:

• Competitive Pricing – JuiceNet offers ChargePoint chargers at a competitive price, making it affordable for more homes and businesses to install EV charging. By leveraging its partnership status, JuiceNet ensures buyers get industry-leading chargers at a fair price without compromising on quality.

• Professional Installation – Every charger purchase includes an option for professional, turnkey installation. JuiceNet’s certified installers handle all aspects of setup, from electrical work to permitting, delivering a hassle-free experience and guaranteeing that the equipment is configured safely and correctly.

• Seamless Service – Customers receive white-glove service with end-to-end project management. From the initial consultation and site planning through ongoing support and maintenance, JuiceNet manages the process to ensure installations are done right and on schedule. This one-stop service means customers can rely on a single trusted provider for all their EV charging needs.

• Platform Membership – Buyers will receive complimentary membership to the JuiceNet platform and can share their home charger with other EV drivers to earn rewards or income. This added benefit turns each charger into a smart investment that can integrate into a community-driven charging network.

This partnership firmly establishes JuiceNet as the premier destination to purchase ChargePoint EV chargers with superior value and service. “We are thrilled to partner with ChargePoint to make premium EV charging more accessible than ever,” said Jack O’Neill, Co-Founder and CEO of JuiceNet. “By combining ChargePoint’s best-in-class charging hardware with JuiceNet’s seamless installation and platform, we’re delivering an unrivaled experience for customers. Whether you’re an EV owner looking for a reliable home charger or a business deploying EV charging for employees and patrons, JuiceNet offers a convenient, affordable solution tailored to your needs.”

ChargePoint also expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration as a way to reach more EV drivers through JuiceNet’s unique platform. “Partnering with an innovative company like JuiceNet helps us extend the reach of ChargePoint’s mission to provide EV charging everywhere drivers need it,” said David Vice, CRO at ChargePoint. “JuiceNet’s commitment to customer service and its community-driven approach to charging perfectly complements ChargePoint’s industry-leading technology. Together, we are making it simple for both businesses and homeowners to transition to electric driving with confidence.”

Under the new partnership, JuiceNet will begin offering ChargePoint Home Flex residential chargers and commercial-grade stations like the ChargePoint CP6000 and CT4000 series. Customers can purchase the chargers by visiting the JuiceNet website or contacting the sales team. By integrating hardware sales, installation, and network services, JuiceNet and ChargePoint aim to remove barriers to EV adoption and deliver a superior EV charging experience for all users.

JuiceNet | juicenet.ai

ChargePoint | https://www.chargepoint.com/

Scanifly, the solar industry's leader in PV design and field operations software, announced a new integration with SnapNrack, a premier solar mounting solutions provider. The partnership connects Scanifly's platform directly to SnapNrack's plan set portal, Blueprint, creating an automated workflow that saves hours of rework on every project.

This API integration lets solar contractors automatically transfer critical project data from Scanifly to SnapNrack, including drone imagery, digital checklists, electrical specifications, structural data, CAD files, and shade reports. The automated process replaces manual uploads and re-entry of data between platforms.

"Today's solar designers are trapped in digital bottlenecks — spending too much time moving data between different software and manually accounting for inaccurate, outdated remote imagery that doesn't reflect the actual site and roof conditions," said Jason Steinberg, CEO of Scanifly. "By connecting our drone-based design platform directly with SnapNrack's Blueprint portal, we're eliminating these friction points entirely, letting contractors focus on accurate, efficient installations instead of manual data transfer and costly revisions."

Solar installers using the integration will see immediate benefits:

• Cuts 1-3 hours from each design cycle
• Reduces installation prep time by 2-4 hours per project
• Improves first-time pass rate by +30%
• Prevents costly revision cycles

The integration leverages Scanifly's drone-based design technology, which produces a to-scale 3D model of the property with exact measurements and structural details that flow directly into Bueprint, eliminating errors from manual data entry or designs based on outdated remote imagery.

"Getting accurate site data quickly has always been a challenge in solar design," said Sam Brown, Product Manager at SnapNrack. "Scanifly's precise measurements and automated data transfer give our customers the accuracy they need without slowing down their workflow."

Solar contractors can access the Scanifly + SnapNrack integration starting today. Please reach out to your Scanifly or SnapNrack Account Manager for more details.

Scanifly | https://scanifly.com/

SnapNrack | www.snapnrack.com

Castillo Engineering, a leading national solar and energy storage engineering firm, has invested $2.5 million in project and process management tools and has expanded its senior leadership team to better meet growing demand in the utility-scale solar market across the entire project lifecycle.

Castillo is strengthening its executive leadership to support rapid growth and evolving industry needs. The company has appointed Gary Joseph as Vice President of Sales & Marketing and Arun Ramadass as Vice President of Operations. Additionally, the firm’s founder Rick Castillo has transitioned into the role of Chief Operating Officer, where he now leads a newly enhanced Project Management Office (PMO).

Under Rick’s leadership, the PMO gains strategic guidance and daily mentorship, complemented by the launch of PMO 360, a client-facing project management platform designed to enhance visibility and efficiency. Its intuitive dashboard provides clients with greater ease of communication and complete visibility into engineering information, timelines, and plans. PMO 360 also equips project managers (PMs) with the data and insights they need to make informed decisions, improve timelines, control budgets, and boost client satisfaction. Castillo’s Project Management Institute (PMI)-certified PMs align their strategies with PMI’s gold standard to help clients minimize risk, optimize budgets, and stay on schedule throughout a project.

To further support internal engineering teams, Castillo Engineering has also launched a proprietary design tool: Design IQ. Developed in collaboration with a global software provider, Design IQ automates the real-time collection of calculations and design assets from multiple sources, making them available in a single interface for the Castillo team. This automation of engineering calculations and AutoCAD drafting enables Castillo engineers to reduce human error, standardize workflows, and increase scalability, allowing the company to deliver projects faster with superior quality.

“In our discussions with utility-scale EPCs, almost every leader expressed an urgent, unmet need for an Engineer of Record that can offer excellent project management and unwavering quality at the utility scale as the market grows,” commented Christopher Castillo, CEO. “Our response is a bold investment in talent, tools, and technology that ensures our ‘A Team’ is ready to support EPCs as their pipelines expand – without sacrificing quality.”

356 GWdc of utility-scale solar is expected to come online by 2035, fueled by surging energy demand from AI applications and data centers.

Profiles of Castillo Engineering’s Strengthened Senior Leadership Team

Rick Castillo, PE, SE, Chief Operating Officer

As the founder of Castillo Engineering, Rick has cultivated Castillo Engineering’s company culture and prowess in project and process management from day one. In his current role,he has honed his focus on leading Castillo’s Project Management Office (PMO), which has set the industry standard for power engineering project management. Most recently, he developed and launched PMO 360, a proprietary dashboard that provides EPCs and owners with the clarity needed for informed decision-making.

Gary Joseph, Vice President of Sales & Marketing

With 14 years of leadership experience in the utility-scale solar industry, most recently as Vice President of Sales at Voltage LLC, Gary brings a unique perspective that bridges deep technical knowledge with global commercial experience. Born in England, Gary began his career as a licensed electrician and became a seasoned sales leader working with EPCs, developers, and manufacturers for distributed generation and utility-scale projects in domestic and international markets.

Arun Ramadass, Vice President of Operations

Arun brings over 15 years of diverse solar industry experience, including leadership roles at Primoris, Pivot Energy and Scale Microgrids. Focused on engineering utility-scale projects, strategic growth, and technical excellence, he has been instrumental in delivering innovative renewable energy solutions by guiding teams through complex challenges and scaling processes for large-scale operations.

Through this strategic investment, Castillo Engineering aims to further empower utility-scale projects with innovative, customized, and process-driven engineering solutions across the entire project lifecycle – enhancing communication, shortening timelines and optimizing costs to deliver tomorrow’s energy with efficiency and ease.

Castillo Engineering | castillope.com

mPower Technology, the leading provider of solar power solutions for space, announced it has secured over $21 million in Series B funding led by Razor's Edge Ventures and joined by Shield Capital. The new funding will be used to further scale production capacity, continue the advancement of DragonSCALES and position the company for sustained leadership in the rapidly expanding commercial and national security space markets. The capital raise builds upon mPower's Series A financing led by Cottonwood Technology following its spin-off from Sandia National Laboratories.

"mPower has emerged as the only solar provider in the space market with a flight-proven design that can meet both the aggressive cost targets and production volumes required by large-scale Space 2.0 missions, such as LEO constellations," said Kevin Hell, president and CEO of mPower Technology. "This new funding from highly regarded space sector investors that focus on national security, is a testament to the confidence our customers have in our proven ability to rapidly deliver space power at scale."

"Space capabilities have been used as an economic engine and to enhance national security for decades. The entire space ecosystem is on the cusp of transformational growth, and nothing happens in space without power. It is a critical enabler," said Mark Spoto, managing partner of Razor's Edge. "The confidence we have in mPower is based on real-world proof - its solar solutions are in orbit and delivering value now. It is the only company in the market with proven automated manufacturing that is now ready for high-rate production."

With a significant new business pipeline and over 12 years of combined on-orbit space heritage, mPower is rapidly becoming the leading provider of power solutions for the next generation of space missions. mPower has been chosen as a solar power provider for key industry players such as Airbus, Blue Origin/Honeybee, Firefly Aerospace, Lynk Global, Gravitics and many others.

This growing roster of customers will be supported by mPower's first high-volume automated manufacturing line which is located at mPower's contract manufacturer Universal Instruments Corporation in Conklin, New York. This line dramatically expands throughput and will produce over 2 megawatts of DragonSCALES modules annually, a capacity greater than the total combined global production output of traditional gallium arsenide (III-V) solar module suppliers. High-volume operations commence next month and will produce solar modules for hundreds of spacecraft, including mPower's contract to supply more than 1.1 megawatts of solar modules for Airbus' MDA AURORA program, one of the largest space solar deals in history.

mPower Technology | https://mpowertech.com/

Razor's Edge | www.razorsvc.com