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Ideematec Inc., a leading provider of utility-scale solar tracking systems, has executed agreements with Parliament Energy (PEH) to supply its Horizon L:TEC 1P trackers for three upcoming projects totaling 1.2 GWac. Parliament Energy is a U.S. independent power producer sponsored by EnCap Investments L.P. and Mercuria Energy. The projects are part of Parliament Energy’s 2.1 GWac portfolio, ranging in size from 285 MWac to 505 MWac, and are diversified across Texas.
Ideematec previously partnered with Parliament Energy on the 480 MWac Parliament Solar Project near Houston, which began operations in June 2025. The next project in the portfolio to begin tracker installation is Tehuacana Creek Solar, a 505 MWac project located south of Dallas, Texas. The remaining two projects are expected to begin tracker installation in mid 2026.
Ideematec’s Horizon L:TEC 1P tracker is designed to withstand high winds and severe weather conditions, making it well-suited for the Texas market. The system features patented decoupled drive technology, advanced hail stow protection, and the ability to withstand wind speeds of up to 224 mph, as verified by CPP testing.
“Our proven performance in hurricane-prone regions, combined with our advanced hail stow design, gives PEH confidence that our L:TEC 1P system can withstand both high winds and hail—even when occurring simultaneously,” said Philipp Klemm, CEO of Ideematec Inc. “We are excited to expand our collaboration with PEH and support the delivery of gigawatts of clean energy across Texas.”
IDEEMATEC | www.ideematec.com
Parliament Energy | www.parliamentenergy.com
EnCap Investments | http://www.encapinvestments.com
Mercuria | www.mercuria.com
JLL’s US Energy and Infrastructure Advisory team announced that it has arranged the sale of a two-project 1.8 GWh battery energy storage portfolio in Utah.
JLL acted as the exclusive sell-side advisor for Accelergen Energy in the sale of 100% of the equity interests to DESRI.
The portfolio consists of two development-stage energy storage projects that will add to DESRI’s 12+ GW existing portfolio of solar, wind and battery energy storage projects across the U.S. These projects are strategically sited and developed within the Salt Lake City load pocket to support grid reliability and help meet increasing capacity needs from substantial load growth and forecasted generation retirements in the region.
JLL Capital Markets is a full-service global provider of capital solutions for real estate investors and occupiers. The group’s in-depth local market and global investor knowledge delivers the best-in-class solutions for clients, including investment sales and advisory, debt advisory, M&A and corporate finance, loan sales, equity & fund placement, net lease, derivative advisory and energy & infrastructure advisory. JLL Capital Markets has more than 3,000 specialists worldwide with offices in nearly 50 countries.
Accelergen Energy | www.accelergen.com
DESRI | https://desri.com
JLL | jll.com
RINA, a global ship classification, inspection, certification and consulting engineering group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Hanwha Group, through its key affiliates Hanwha Power Systems (now Hanwha Power), Hanwha Aerospace, and Hanwha Engine, with the aim of promoting the adoption of advanced battery hybrid propulsion systems in the maritime sector, particularly in the Ro-Ro ferry segment.
The collaboration aims to accelerate the transition to low-emission vessels by leveraging innovative technologies that enable the shift from traditional internal combustion propulsion systems to advanced hybrid battery solutions, both for newbuilds and, through retrofitting, for vessels already in service. By combining the hardware expertise of the three Hanwha companies with RINA’s certification know‑how, the partners aim to deliver a comprehensive solution.
The partnership brings together Hanwha’s advanced expertise in propulsion, energy storage, and systems integration with RINA’s strong regulatory and certification know-how, fostering the development and adoption of next-generation propulsion solutions.
Hanwha Power Systems will act as the project’s lead integrator, overseeing overall ship design and system interface development. By bringing together Hanwha Aerospace’s marine Energy Storage System and Hanwha Engine’s propulsion‑engine technologies through its own engineering capabilities, the company will deliver an advanced battery‑hybrid propulsion vessel.
Hanwha Aerospace will enhance safety and reliability by applying aerospace energy technologies to marine ESS solutions. Meanwhile, Hanwha Engine, will utilise its expertise in medium‑speed engines to optimize the propulsion system to maximize fuel efficiency and minimize carbon emissions.
RINA will play a key role in verifying and certifying the regulatory compliance and technical soundness of the project, for both classification and statutory certification purposes. Additionally, drawing on its extensive experience in the ferry sector, RINA will support Hanwha in analyzing market trends within this specific segment.
Simone Manca, North Asia Marine Vice President at RINA, commented, “This agreement reflects the increasing pace of innovation required to meet the maritime sector’s decarbonisation targets. By combining RINA’s expertise in classification and regulatory compliance with Hanwha’s advanced technological capabilities, we are ideally positioned to promote safe, efficient, and scalable hybrid propulsion solutions for the global fleet.”
Kim Hyoung-Seog, Head of the Marine Solutions Business Division at Hanwha Power Systems, stated, “This collaboration brings together Hanwha’s core capabilities across energy‑equipment, battery systems, and engine integration creating strong technological synergy. Through our partnership with RINA, we will secure reliable technologies and strengthen our presence in the global eco‑friendly vessel market.”
RINA | www.rina.org
Gardner Energy announced the expansion of its mission-critical power and resilient infrastructure platform through the acquisitions of Fidelis Power Solutions and Reliabl, bringing UPS systems, advanced electrical services, lifecycle critical power support, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and commercial-scale renewable EPC capabilities into a single integrated organization.
The combined business further establishes Gardner Energy as a leading provider of end-to-end power infrastructure solutions for data centers, healthcare, industrial, telecom, utility, and other mission-critical environments where uptime, resiliency, safety, and long-term performance are essential.
“Gardner is proud to welcome the Fidelis and Reliabl teams, customers, and legacy of technical excellence,” said Keyvan Vasefi, President of Gardner Energy. “This expansion advances our strategy to build the most capable and responsive critical power platform in the region, with nationwide service coverage.”
By combining Gardner’s EPC and renewable energy leadership with Reliabl’s UPS expertise and Fidelis’ advanced electrical services capabilities, we are creating a single partner that can support customers from design and construction through commissioning, testing, maintenance, upgrades, and long-term lifecycle service.
The organization now delivers integrated solutions across four core capability areas:
This expanded platform positions Gardner Energy to meet accelerating demand for resilient power infrastructure, distributed energy resources, backup power modernization, and mission-critical lifecycle services across enterprise and industrial markets.
Gardner Energy | https://gardner-energy.com/
As another National Ladder Safety Month comes to a close, event organizers remind all ladder users that safety is a year-long commitment. The American Ladder Institute (ALI), the only approved developer of safety standards for the U.S. ladder industry, sponsors National Ladder Safety Month every March to remind professionals and DIYers of the importance of always being safe and mindful while using ladders.
This year was the 10th anniversary, observed with five themed weeks that focused on all aspects of ladder safety. ALI reminds all ladder users that safety begins well before the first step. There are safety considerations to be made through all phases of ladder usage: choosing the ladder, pre-use inspection, setting it up, climbing, and even during transport and storage. Helpful tips can be found all year long at https://www.laddersafetymonth.com/.
Ladder safety training sanctioned by ALI can be found at https://www.laddersafetytraining.org/. The free training includes video classes and other coursework that can stand alone or complement a company’s existing safety programs.
As National Ladder Safety Month comes to a close, ALI also reminds industry professionals that the 2026 Ladder Safety Training & Citations Survey remains open through April 17. The quick, anonymous survey helps identify trends in ladder use, training practices, injuries, and OSHA citations, with findings that help inform future safety education and industry initiatives. Complete the survey at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MD7YTTN.
Ladders are commonly used tools, yet they’re often taken for granted. Ladder safety remains a critical and preventable issue on jobsites across the country and at home. ALI urges contractors, construction crews, safety professionals, and DIYers to always pay attention to training, equipment inspection, and safe climbing practices.
National Ladder Safety Month is an opportunity for every ladder user to take the time to review procedures and recommit to being safe. It’s an opportunity that should be seized all year long.
Helping to motivate safety and the success of National Ladder Safety Month this year were these sponsors: Batavia Services, Inc., Builders Mutual, COSCO, Fasteners Direct, Goshen Stamping, Guarantee Electrical Company, Gutter Saver PRO Inc., T. Hasegawa USA Inc., International Masonry Institute, International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers, Liberty Wire Johnstown, Little Giant, Louisville Ladder, Lynn Ladder & Scaffolding, National Association of Home Builders, New England Ladder, Risk Retention Services, Inc., RT Specialty, Strongwell, Tricam Industries/Gorilla Ladders, Valley Fastener Group, and Werner Co.
For more information, visit https://www.laddersafetymonth.com/.
American Ladder Institute | https://www.americanladderinstitute.org/
GVEC and Base Power announced a significant expansion of their residential battery program, bringing affordable, whole-home backup power to households across GVEC's entire service territory. After successful completion of a 2 MW pilot, the program has now expanded to 50 MW. The partnership with Base Power helps GVEC maintain reliable service as the region grows while giving members a lower-cost alternative to traditional backup solutions.
“Our priority is ensuring our members continue to receive reliable, affordable power,” said Darren Schauer, GVEC General Manager and CEO. “The initial rollout demonstrated how distributed batteries can enhance system flexibility and improve resilience. Expanding this partnership allows us to bring significantly more dispatchable capacity online to support long-term system needs.”
The offering provides GVEC members with automatic whole-home outage protection at a fraction of the cost of alternative backup solutions. As part of the agreement, GVEC members can purchase a Base battery system for just $295, which also includes fully-managed maintenance and service for the life of the battery. Interested GVEC homeowners can see if their home qualifies starting today.
This expansion follows GVEC’s qualification of its Base battery aggregation in ERCOT’s Aggregated Distributed Energy Resource (ADER) Pilot Program. Through this Program, the aggregation can participate directly in ERCOT’s wholesale energy and ancillary services markets, increasing the value that it can deliver to GVEC members. The resource passed ERCOT’s performance tests on its first attempt.
“We’re thrilled to expand our partnership with GVEC and bring whole-home backup to more of their members. This expansion is a testament to the success of our partnership thus far and the value that GVEC has seen from Base’s deployment," said Zach Dell, CEO of Base Power. “The next phase builds on that momentum, bringing reliable, resilient power to even more households across the GVEC territory.”
Base Power | https://www.basepowercompany.com/
GVEC | gvec.org
Ameresco, Inc., (NYSE: AMRC), a leading energy infrastructure solutions provider, announced a collaboration with Miami-Dade County under a Guaranteed Energy, Water, and Wastewater Performance Savings Contract (ESPC) to implement energy conservation measures across two key facilities: the Miami-Dade Children's Courthouse and the E.R. Graham Building.
The project includes the design and installation of rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and comprehensive interior and exterior LED lighting retrofits at the Children’s Courthouse and the E.R. Graham Building. Together these measures deliver significant improvements in energy efficiency and facility performance. With these combined measures, the project is expected to reduce annual electrical expenditures.
“We’re proud to partner with Ameresco on these critical energy infrastructure upgrades, which will help ensure our facilities remain reliable and efficient for the community,” said Dr. Jason Grant, Senior Energy Resilience Program Manager of Miami-Dade County’s Office of Real Estate and Development. “This project also enables the County to make meaningful progress toward our broader sustainability goals while prioritizing the critical services our residents depend on every day.”
These upgrades align with Miami-Dade County’s long-term sustainability strategy for resilient buildings and infrastructure. By leveraging on-site renewable energy, energy-efficient lighting, and advanced energy technology solutions, the project will help lower operating expenses, reduce energy consumption, and support ongoing efforts to modernize the county’s infrastructure.
“Ameresco has a longstanding partnership with Miami-Dade County to deliver solutions that create long-term value for the community,” said Lou Maltezos, Co-President of Ameresco. “We’re proud to continue that partnership through this ESPC, working closely with the county to advance practical improvements that strengthen their facilities and support operational priorities.”
This initiative builds on Ameresco’s growing role in South Florida, reflecting a history of successful collaboration with local governments to deliver comprehensive energy infrastructure and efficiency solutions across the region.
To learn more about Ameresco’s ESPC services, visit https://www.ameresco.com/espc-energy-savings-performance-contract/.
Ameresco | www.ameresco.com
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