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Saxon Capital Group, Inc. SCGX (OTC) is pleased to announce the publication of a complete, state-by-state list of available solar tax credits and incentives on our Solar Home Builders website. 

While the Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for residential solar installations is scheduled to end on December 31, 2025, homeowners will still have many State incentives and benefits available. Replacing regular glass in a new home using patented Energy Glass Solar windows could save homeowners thousands of dollars every year on their electrical bills.  

Our new State online solar incentive section details: 
In a major step to empower both homebuyers and builders, Saxon Capital Group has launched an all-inclusive, state-by-state solar incentive guide on the official Solar Home Builders website. This robust online resource offers: 

• A detailed overview of federal residential solar incentives 
   
• Up-to-date information on state solar tax credits, rebates, and net-metering programs 
   
• Listings of municipal and utility company discounts where available

Saxon Capital Group's initiative ensures everyone has fast, easy access to the latest credits and rebates in their region, simplifying and streamlining the decision to invest in clean energy. By bringing every federal, state, and local program together in one place, Saxon Capital Group makes it easier for homeowners to see exactly what they can save—and possibly act before the federal ITC expires. 

Saxon Homes, built by Solar Home Builders, is leading the way in residential energy innovation with its patented Energy Glass technology. Homes built with Energy Glass can reduce monthly electricity costs by 30% or more, delivering long-term savings for homeowners even as national energy prices continue to surge. By integrating this breakthrough solar technology directly into residential construction, Solar Home Builders helps keep building and living costs down while increasing property value and energy independence. Solar Home Builders homes are not only energy efficient, but fire, hurricane and tornado resistant as well. 

Solar Home Builders | www.solarhomebuilders.com 

Energy Glass Solar | www.energyglasssolar.com

Stellar Solar, one of  the most experienced solar and battery installers in Southern Californiaand Michigan since 1998, and consistent winner of  the San Diego Union Tribune Readers Poll in the category of Best Solar Company, has been approved for the second consecutive year as an authorized contractor in the popular San Diego Community Power Solar Battery Savings Program. Stellar secured battery rebates for hundreds of San Diego homeowners during the Community Power program launch in 2024.

Stellar was one of the first contractors in San Diego to offer home batteries, and that longevity and experience have established them as a leading provider of energy storage solutions for San Diego homeowners looking to install a solar and battery combination or add solar to an existing system. Stellar will be offering Enphase, FranklinWH, and Tesla Powerwall 3 batteries as part of the Community Power Savings program with generous rebates of up to $10,000.

Stellar Solar CEO Kent Harle was an early proponent and visionary of energy storage for homeowners and the driving force behind some of the first residential and commercial battery installations in San Diego. He is thrilled to see batteries become an integral part of the cost savings equation solution for homeowners when paired with solar and had this to say about the Community Power Battery Savings Program: "The second round of this program could not have come at a better time for San Diego homeowners concerned about paying among the highest electricity rates in the country. The significant San Diego battery rebates being offered now enable homeowners to power and protect their home with energy storage at some of the lowest prices ever offered. We've been installing residential batteries longer than any other installer in San Diego. That track record, combined with our Community Power rebate program experience, enables us to guide homeowners through the process and ensure they get their rebate check in a timely manner. These rebate funds will be in high demand, and we look forward to helping as many San Diego homeowners as possible take advantage of them."

Stellar Solar offers quick, easy, no-pressure virtual residential solar quotes for homeowners interested in solar and battery storage. Commercial solar quotes are also available for businesses, nonprofits, schools and faith-based organizations.

Stellar Solar | www.stellarsolar.net

Sineng Electric has successfully completed the grid connection of a transmission scale energy storage project in central Texas—its first utility-scale ESS installation in the United States. This milestone underscores Sineng’s commitment to accelerating the energy transition in North America and reinforces its position as a global leader in PV+ESS solutions.

The project features Sineng’s 3.2MW PCS MV Turnkey Station (EH-3200-HA-MR-US-34.5), integrating 16 units of 200kW String PCS (EH-0200-HA-M-US), a low-voltage switchboard, and a pad-mounted transformer. Its modular design enables rack-level battery management, boosting battery utilization by over 7%. With one-to-one pairing between PCS and battery clusters, each cluster operates independently—reducing downtime, enhancing energy control, and optimizing charge/discharge performance. This setup also improves SOC balance and minimizes the long-term impact of battery inconsistencies. Short-circuit current is limited to 10kA for safer operation. Modular design ensures system availability exceeds 99%. The system also allows seamless integration of additional battery clusters for future expansion. Now in operation, the facility will provide essential grid services including frequency regulation, peak shaving, and reserve capacity, contributing to grid flexibility and stability in one of the most dynamic power markets in the U.S.

Coordinated by the Headquarter Service Department, Sineng Electric worked closely with its U.S. local team to drive project delivery. Since late 2024, nearly 10 personnel were involved in both on-site and remote support, covering inspection, installation, and commissioning. Headquarter and local engineers provided rotating on-site support, joined by a third-party specialist. Through efficient cross-team collaboration, the project was successfully finished commissioning in 31 working days, ensuring high-quality system operation.

With the U.S. utility-scale storage market projected to reach 18.2GW of new capacity in 2025—a 75% year-over-year increase, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA)—Sineng is strategically positioned to support this rapid growth. Its newly established North American service center in Texas enables end-to-end local support, ensuring timely response and delivering long-term value to partners and stakeholders.

From Texas to the world, Sineng Electric will continue driving the global clean energy transformation with advanced technology, localized service, and sustainable innovation.

Sineng Electric | https://en.si-neng.com/

Avaada Group, a diversified energy conglomerate, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Gujarat for investing an aggregate amount of ₹36,000 crore across Solar, Wind and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects in the State. The MoU, which was signed at the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2025, reaffirms the company’s commitment to driving India’s green energy transition and supporting Gujarat’s vision of becoming a hub for clean and sustainable energy.

Under the agreement, Avaada Group will establish 5 GW capacity of Solar Power Projects, 1 GW capacity of Wind Power Project and 5 GWh capacity of BESS Projects across Kutch, Banaskantha and Surendranagar districts of Gujarat. This will help enhance grid reliability by ensuring efficient storage and dispatch of green power. All the projects are expected to commence between 2027-2030.

The projects together are estimated to generate over 1000 direct and 2,000 indirect green jobs in the State. Additionally, these projects are expected to generate employment opportunities for close to 5,000 people during the construction phase.

Hon’ble Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Bhupendra Patel ji, said: “Avaada Group has been a trusted partner in Gujarat’s renewable energy journey since signing its first 40 MW MoU sixteen years ago. Their new ₹36,000 crore investment in solar, wind, and battery storage further strengthens our shared vision for sustainable growth. The Government of Gujarat has assured full support for the speedy implementation of these projects, as Round-the-Clock green power is essential for realising the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji’s vision of a Viksit Bharat.”

Hon’ble Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Shri Pralhad Joshi ji, said: “India’s journey towards energy independence is being powered by visionary partnerships and bold investments like this. Avaada Group’s commitment to developing large-scale solar, wind, and battery storage capacity in Gujarat will not only strengthen our green energy ecosystem but also help us achieve the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Net Zero by 2070. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy welcomes such initiatives that combine innovation, sustainability, and employment generation, making India a global leader in the clean energy transition.”

Mr. Vineet Mittal, Chairman of Avaada Group, said: “Our solar power journey started with India’s first large-scale, ground-mounted 15MWp solar plant in Gujarat. With the signing of this MoU, we are proud to partner with the Government of Gujarat in its journey towards sustainable growth. We believe this investment is a step forward in realising India’s renewable energy ambitions, enhancing energy security and reducing carbon emissions. At Avaada Group, we are firmly committed to expand all the renewable sources of energy and make it as reliable as conventional power to supply round-the-clock green power at affordable price and shape a sustainable, self-reliant nation.”

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Together, these projects will accelerate the State’s transition to clean and affordable energy along with delivering firm green power beyond solar hours through advanced battery storage. The integrated renewable portfolio will significantly enhance grid reliability, while cutting down more than 12 Million tons of CO₂ emissions and conserving approximately 166 million litres of water annually through robotic module cleaning technology.

Avaada Group’s 280 MW solar power project at Surendranagar in Gujarat was recently inaugurated by the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji. Developed under the Gujarat State Solar Policy, the project spans over 1,170 acres in the villages of Tavi and Varsani in Surendranagar district and entails a total investment of ₹1,500 crore. It is equipped with Avaada Electro’s ALMM-certified, Make in India TOPCon N-Type bifacial solar PV modules, reflecting a strong emphasis on domestic manufacturing and technological innovation.

Hon’ble Prime Minister also laid the foundation stone for the company’s 100 MW solar power project in Vadodara district. Spread across 350 acres, the project is expected to entail a total investment of ₹400 crore.

With a strong focus on community development, Avaada has launched several initiatives to uplift local communities. It conducts free tuition classes, educational trips, and career counselling sessions for students, and has set up a computer lab at a primary school to promote digital learning. Through its Stitching Centre, it also empowers women with cutting and stitching skills, helping them achieve financial independence.

These projects embody Avaada’s commitment to India’s goals of energy independence, decarbonisation, and sustainable growth, while delivering tangible socio-economic benefits for the people of Gujarat.

Avaada Group | https://avaada.com/

First Lithium Minerals Corp. (CSE: FLM) (OTC Pink: FLMCF) (FSE: X28) ("First Lithium Minerals" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the launch of its field exploration program at Lidstone Project ("Lidstone", "Project", or "Property"), located 270 km north of the City of Thunder Bay, Ontario.

The 17,300 ha Lidstone Project comprises approximately 27 km of greenstone belt that lies within the central portion of the English River sub province of the Superior Province of the Canadian Shield. The Lidstone property has seen very little exploration activity in the past and is interpreted to overlay a 21 km long sequence of volcanic-sedimentary rocks (Fig. 1). Ontario Geological Survey (OGS) regional magnetic surveys suggest several large-scale structural features that may be promising areas for potential gold and base metals mineralization (Fig. 2). The property is 100%-owned by First Lithium Minerals and carries no royalties. 

The field program will prioritize exploration of the northern and central sectors of the greenstone belt, a target that is defined by abrupt high and low magnetic intensities and a historical quartz vein sampling of 0.272 g/t Au (Press Release, March 3, 2025 "First Lithium Minerals Discovers Gold Anomaly at its Lidstone Prospect in Ontario"). Given the limited historical work in the area, the Company's field efforts will focus on prospecting, geochemical rock sampling, and geological mapping with the goal of identifying mineralization, alteration and structures conducive to gold or base metal deposition. Through this program, the Company is expecting to improve the geologic understanding of the property and its potential to host gold or base metal mineralization. The program's ultimate objectives will be to identify targets for further exploration, including drill targeting in 2026.

 The program's ultimate objectives will be to identify targets for further exploration, including drill targeting in 2026.

Figure 1. Geologic Map of the Lidstone Property with 2024 First Lithium sampling locations. Geology interpretation from the 1:250,000 Ontario Geological Survey Bedrock Geology Map

Figure 2. Total Magnetic Intensity of the Lidstone Property with 2024 sampling locations. Magnetic data from OGS Geophysical Data Set 1109

Rob Saltsman, President & CEO of the Company, commented: "We are excited to continue our field work at Lidstone and add value through geologic mapping and prospecting to delineate the greenstone belt. The previously identified gold anomaly will be followed up to investigate a potential gold mineralization in the project area. In parallel, we will refine the greenstone belt extension for the airborne magnetic survey. This is an exciting time for the Company and our shareholders, as we explore what can be considered an unexplored greenstone belt in Canada's top gold jurisdiction — Ontario."

The envisioned field program is subject to weather conditions and expected to be completed by the end of Q4/25. The Company will be engaging geological consulting services of Bayside Geoscience, a Thunder Bay, Ontario-based company and will provide updates as material results become available.

First Lithium Minerals | www.firstlithium.ca

Soluna Holdings, Inc. (“Soluna” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: SLNH), a developer of green data centers for intensive computing applications, announced a new hosting partnership with KULR Technology Group, Inc. (“KULR”) (NYSE American: KULR), a Bitcoin+ treasury company that builds a portfolio of frontier technology businesses ranging from high-performance energy systems to AI Robotics.

Under this agreement, Soluna will operate approximately 3.3 MW of Bitcoin mining capacity for KULR at its Project Sophie facility in Kentucky. The exciting partnership marks the first time Soluna has partnered with a Bitcoin treasury-focused company, expanding the Company’s customer base beyond traditional Bitcoin miners and hyperscalers.

“This partnership represents a new chapter in how we serve the market,” said John Belizaire, CEO of Soluna.“ Treasury companies like KULR are increasingly seeking sustainable, high-performance computing infrastructure to diversify their digital asset strategies. We’re proud to pioneer a flexible hosting model that meets this evolving demand.”

The agreement reflects Soluna’s strategy to adapt its renewable-powered hosting model to meet the developing demand profiles of Bitcoin mining and adjacent industries.

“This collaboration supports KULR’s commitment to strategic innovation in digital asset management,” said Michael Mo, CEO of KULR Technology Group. “Partnering with Soluna allows us to engage in Bitcoin mining through a renewable, reliable, and operationally efficient framework.” Mo continued, “This is only the beginning. As KULR expands beyond Bitcoin mining and migrates into Battery Backup Unit (‘BBU’) solutions, Soluna stands out as the ideal partner for future projects focused on sustainable, low-cost AI data center hosting powered by stranded renewable energy."

As per the BBU Market analysis conducted by Custom Market Insights in July 2025, the global BBU Market is expected to grow from 29.22 billion USD in 2025 to 43.64 billion USD by 2034.

The 3.3 MW deployment at Project Sophie is expected to commence operations in Q4 2025, further strengthening Soluna’s leadership in sustainable computing infrastructure.

Under the partnership, KULR will leverage Soluna’s operational and market expertise to purchase, service, and manage all activities associated with its fleet of mining hardware over the life of the contract. Through this new “Bitcoin Mining Lease” structure, Soluna will deliver guaranteed hashrate and uptime targets to KULR on a daily and monthly basis.

We believe that as more established companies like KULR explore Bitcoin as part of their treasury strategy, Soluna’s model offers a mutually beneficial pathway to guaranteed hashrate without the operational complexity of mining. This partnership supports KULR’s Bitcoin Treasury Accumulation Strategy, announced earlier this year, in which KULR committed up to 90% of its surplus cash reserves to Bitcoin. Through its new hosting framework, Soluna empowers Bitcoin+ companies such as KULR to tap into the benefits of Bitcoin mining while avoiding the common challenges of market volatility and legacy infrastructure constraints.

Soluna | solunacomputing.com

KULR Technology Group | https://kulr.ai/

Eolian, L.P. ("Eolian") announced the closing of a $463 million financing package, arranged by Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking ("Natixis CIB"), to support the continued construction of Padua 2 and Padua 3 — two large-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) totaling 350 MW / 1.7 GWh in Bexar County, Texas. This financing enables the completion of the final phases of the Padua Complex, which will be the largest battery energy storage development in Texas and one of the largest ever constructed globally.

Upon completion in the Spring of 2026, all three phases of the Padua Complex will provide 400 MW / 1.8 GWh of instant-ramping capacity that is strategically sited at a substation adjacent to the retiring J.K. Spruce coal plant units and the aging V.H. Braunig natural gas power plant, and at a critical location that governs south-to-north transmission flows in Texas. The first phase, Padua 1, a 50 MW, approximately 2-hour phase, is now in commercial operation.  Construction began earlier this summer on Padua 2 at 150 MW and Padua 3 at 200 MW, both with approximately 5-hour discharge durations. All three projects utilize battery energy storage equipment supplied by Tesla.

"Under Governor Abbott's leadership, Texas is showing the nation how to build energy infrastructure today that ensures sustained economic expansion for the future. By calling for and then passing into law new reliability products for the Texas grid, the Governor and the Legislature sent a clear market signal expressing the need and desire for the deployment of battery energy storage systems designed with four-hour or longer duration that directly led to our substantial investment in this project," said Aaron Zubaty CEO of Eolian. "Texas and the Padua Complex demonstrate how building battery energy storage at this speed and scale to meet urgent market needs and to better use the existing transmission network will act as a vital bridge between now and 2030, buying time to allow other technologies to scale and ramp up production and deployment while enabling continued load growth."

Eolian developed, constructed and will operate all three phases of the Padua complex with its in-house asset and optimization teams, building on the experience gained from being a first-mover in the deployment of grid-scale battery energy storage and more than four years of operating its existing 300 MW ERCOT BESS fleet. Padua's location at a confluence of major transmission lines in San Antonio was identified by the Eolian team in 2018 as a looming pinch point for power flows and highlighted in 2023 by ERCOT as a location needing significant additional generating resources, including the recent addition of mobile generating units. The Padua Complex, with more than $700 million of total private investment, dramatically increases the efficient use of the region's existing transmission lines until 2030 when approved regional 345 kV transmission upgrades are completed. 

The Padua Complex is also built to highlight the capabilities of current BESS technology.  Padua Phase 2 and Phase 3 will enable approximately 5-hour discharge operations and will be the two longest-duration BESS projects ever built in ERCOT.  Specifically constructed with greater than 4-hour duration to meet clear technical requirements studied by ERCOT and approved in legislation, Padua answers the call led by Governor Abbott and the Texas Legislature for longer duration reliability products. ERCOT CEO Pablo Vegas has hailed the deployment of battery energy storage as making a significant difference in stabilizing the Texas grid, especially during hours of scarcity caused by high load.

"The Padua Complex is one of Tesla's largest global Megapack deployments to date. The 1.8 GWh project demonstrates the role batteries play in improving grid utilization and enabling more efficient operation of all power generation connected to the grid," said Mike Snyder, Vice President of Energy and Charging at Tesla.  "Tesla has invested billions of dollars in the Texas economy and employs thousands of local employees who design and produce the technologies that enable Texas and the US to meet growing electricity demand while keeping rates affordable for consumers."  

The $463 million financing package, arranged by Natixis CIB, includes construction, term loan, and letter of credit facilities. By fully funding Padua 2 and 3 in a single closing, the financing ensures the projects continue their construction without delay to reach the planned operations dates in the Winter and Spring of 2026.

"We're proud to support Eolian in advancing the Padua Complex, which represents the future of reliable, affordable energy," said Yan Meunier, Executive Director, Natixis CIB. "The Complex demonstrates how innovative financing and infrastructure investment can deliver meaningful stability to the grid at scale."

"The Padua Complex is a model for the nation on how battery energy storage systems make baseload better and positively transform the grid. By utilizing existing transmission lines more efficiently and adding highly flexible, fast-ramping capabilities to the market during peak hours, battery energy storage enhances grid reliability and extends the lifespan of existing baseload power plants; all of which is the type of investment intended by President Trump's OBBB," added Aaron Zubaty, CEO of Eolian.

Eolian | www.eolianenergy.com