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Sitetracker, the global leader in complete Asset Lifecycle Management for critical infrastructure, announced that TagEnergy, a fast-growing renewable energy producer, has selected Sitetracker to standardize operations and scale its portfolio across multiple markets. The move underscores TagEnergy’s commitment to delivering clean energy projects more efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of quality and transparency.

TagEnergy develops and operates wind, solar, and battery storage projects across Europe, Japan and Australia, and is on track to double its size in the next three to four years. To support this growth, the company required a modern, flexible platform to unify processes across departments and countries, eliminate reliance on spreadsheets, and provide real-time visibility into project performance.

By deploying Sitetracker, TagEnergy will:

• Get more done faster by eliminating manual tasks, standardizing workflows, and enabling teams to manage more projects without adding headcount.
• Gain a single source of truth for data and documents at site, project, and client levels, reducing duplication and errors.
• Access real-time visibility into budgets, schedules, and KPIs to proactively identify risks and avoid delays.
• Improve reporting accuracy and forecasting with automated dashboards and real-time budget snapshots.
• Facilitate collaboration across departments and geographies, ensuring coordinated execution and consistent delivery.

“TagEnergy’s mission is to accelerate the energy transition through innovation and agility,” said Franck Woitiez, CEO of TagEnergy. “Sitetracker gives us the scalable platform we need to unify operations, improve coordination, and deliver projects faster. With greater visibility and automation, our teams can focus on building renewable capacity and achieving growth targets.”

Giuseppe Incitti, CEO of Sitetracker, added: “TagEnergy is driving ambitious growth in renewable energy at a critical time for Europe’s energy transition. We are proud to provide the operational foundation that will help them scale confidently, eliminate inefficiencies, and deliver clean energy projects with speed and precision.”

Together, Sitetracker and TagEnergy are setting a new standard for renewable energy operations, proving that the right digital foundation enables companies to grow faster while maintaining control and quality.

Sitetracker | https://www.sitetracker.com/

TagEnergy | www.tag-en.com

Oceantic Network announced Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston as a keynote speaker for its annual International Partnering Forum (IPF), taking place February 9-12, 2026, in New York City. Premier Houston will address attendees during the offshore energy conference’s Closing Plenary on Thursday, February 12, sharing Nova Scotia’s bold offshore energy vision and the province’s commitment to international collaboration. 

Nova Scotia recently unveiled plans to auction 5 GW of offshore wind energy by 2030, with its first call for bids expected later this year. The province’s proximity to the U.S. East Coast and its deep maritime expertise position it as a natural partner for the American offshore energy supply chain—especially as the U.S. industry faces federal regulatory headwinds that threaten to stall progress. 

“As the U.S. offshore wind industry navigates headwinds, international partnerships like those with Nova Scotia offer an important path forward,” said Liz Burdock, founder and CEO of Oceantic Network. “Premier Houston’s leadership and vision for offshore wind in Atlantic Canada are exactly the kind of momentum our industry needs right now. His keynote will underscore the power of cross-border collaboration to unlock new markets and strengthen our American supply chain.” 

“Nova Scotia has some of the world’s most ideal conditions for offshore wind, offering an exciting opportunity to help meet growing energy demand in Nova Scotia and the U.S. I look forward to pitching our province at one of the preeminent offshore renewables' conferences in North America,” said Premier Tim Houston. “Our target of 5 GW by 2030 is ambitious, but achievable—and we know that strong partnerships with U.S. companies and stakeholders will be key to our success.” 

Premier Houston’s remarks will emphasize the importance of a resilient and integrated North American offshore energy market, highlighting opportunities for Canadian and U.S. developers, suppliers, and workforce to support Nova Scotia’s energy goals.  

2026 IPF-Energy at Sea will convene global leaders, developers, suppliers, and policymakers in New York City, expanding the conversation to include grid and transmission and the broad spectrum of ocean economy sectors, including tidal, wave, and floating solar energy technologies. 

For more information about 2026 IPF, including registration details and sponsorship opportunities, visit the conference website. Hotel reservations can be made online. 

Oceantic Network | https://oceantic.org/

Century Lithium Corp. (TSXV: LCE) (OTCQX: CYDVF) (Frankfurt: C1Z) ("Century Lithium" or "the Company") is pleased to announce that the Company's Lithium Extraction Facility ("Demonstration Plant") in Amargosa Valley, Nevada, USA, has produced for its first time lithium hydroxide from lithium carbonate derived from the Company's 100%-owned Angel Island lithium project, located near Silver Peak, Nevada.

"The lithium hydroxide samples produced by our team represent another important milestone for the Company," said Bill Willoughby, President and CEO of Century Lithium. "Up until this point, Century's efforts have focused on making lithium carbonate as the end product for Angel Island. By producing high-purity lithium hydroxide, we show that Angel Island can supply another major lithium product for the domestic market."

The lithium hydroxide samples were produced from lithium carbonate derived from Angel Island's lithium claystone deposit and treated at the Demonstration Plant using Century Lithium's patent-pending alkaline leach and Direct Lithium Extraction ("DLE") process. The lithium hydroxide samples were produced on-site in a batch process using conventional liming conversion with calcium hydroxide to make high-purity, +99.5% lithium hydroxide.

The Company is also pursuing a direct lithium conversion ("DLC") process to produce lithium hydroxide directly from lithium chloride solution. Such a process would thereby bypass lithium carbonate as an intermediate stage, simplify operations, and reduce energy consumption and operating costs.

With the demand for mobile and stationary energy storage growing, Century Lithium's project at Angel Island is strategically positioned as the United States seeks a reliable domestic source of critical materials. Lithium carbonate is an essential component for LFP batteries, while lithium hydroxide is needed for high-energy-density NMC/NCA batteries. By demonstrating the potential to produce both, Angel Island stands out as a potential key contributor to American energy independence and a resilient battery supply chain.

Century Lithium | centurylithium.com

After the elimination of the 5% spend test and new requirements tied to physical work, GameChange Balance of System (BOS) solutions are enabling solar developers and EPCs to preserve over 380 MW of projects under the latest Treasury updates. Procuring GameChange BOS Transformers has allowed over 75 distributed generation and community solar projects to maintain eligibility for the 30% tax credit, often lowering project costs by $2-5 million—even when permitting delays or other considerations prevent projects from breaking ground onsite.

The revised Safe Harbor guidance requires physical work to be completed by the end of this year for projects containing Foreign Entity of Concern (FEOC) equipment, with an additional compliance window from January 1 to July 4, 2026 for all other projects. Since many projects are still awaiting utility, environmental, or local approvals to begin construction, this restriction creates major challenges for developers to maintain realistic timelines while receiving the tax credit.

GameChange BOS offerings address this challenge by manufacturing and documenting the installation of custom-built transformers. Transformers are necessary system components that must be individualized for each project, qualifying their manufacture under the physical work provision through the remote start of construction. Transformer decisions are usually determined early in the project cycle, allowing projects to advance while approvals are still pending.

In Q2, GameChange BOS solutions safe-harbored 76 projects totaling over 380 MWdc of solar capacity. The company has a dedicated team to time-stamp and certify all work for IRS compliance, with the capacity for 250 more projects this year and up to 600 projects in 2026.

"Especially with the additional start-of-work requirements, developers face uncertainty around financial predictability and viability," said Phil Vyhanek, President and COO of GameChange BOS. "Having a BOS supplier like GameChange manufacture a customized solution creates a reliable, documented pathway to preserve tax credit eligibility and keep projects moving forward."

Beyond transformers, the GameChange BOS portfolio integrates seamlessly with its Genius Tracker systems, offering turnkey solutions designed for project flexibility, reduced risk, and long-term performance.

GameChange BOS | https://www.gamechangebos.com/

The "USA Wind Farms Database" has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. Introducing an extensive and authoritative database of wind farms across the United States, offering vital insights for professionals in the renewable energy sector. This robust database features 2,323 entries, intricately documenting both onshore and offshore wind energy projects, showcasing a substantial cumulative capacity of 159.7 GW onshore and 71.07 GW offshore.

Onshore Wind Market Overview:

• Currently under construction: 15 projects generating 4.38 GW.
• Fully operational: 2,072 projects delivering a power capacity of 155.31 GW.

Offshore Wind Market Overview:

• Future planned projects: 45, totaling a significant 51.42 GW.
• Projects with official approval ready to proceed: 11, bringing 13.63 GW.
• Active construction efforts: 5 projects aimed to contribute 5.85 GW.
• Operational projects already yielding: 3, with a combined output of 0.17 GW.

The database is meticulously crafted, providing a wide array of detailed data points that include:

Location Details:

• Country specifics.
• Regional zoning and district information.
• Exact city location.
• Precise WGS84 coordinate data.

Turbine Specifications:

• Information on manufacturer.
• Specific turbine models used.
• Height of turbine hubs.
• Total turbine count per project.
• Total power output statistics.

Stakeholder Information:

• Development companies involved.
• Operational management entities.
• Ownership details of projects.

Status and Timeline Data:

• Current status of each project.
• Planned commissioning dates.

ResearchAndMarkets.com | https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/tc2hw.

The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), Illinois Solar Energy and Storage Association (ISEA), the Coalition for Community Solar Access (CCSA), and Advanced Energy United applauded the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) for approving key updates to the 2024 – 2026 Illinois Power Agency’s Long-Term Renewable Resources Procurement Plan (LTRRPP) to expand solar capacity and protect Illinois consumers from rising energy costs.

The ICC’s decision authorizes an immediate expansion of the Adjustable Block Program by 100 percent — doubling community, commercial, and small-scale solar categories — and advancing new competitive procurements for utility-scale ahead of the federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) phase-out. The ruling enables developers to bring hundreds of additional megawatts of affordable, clean power online while securing lower costs for ratepayers through efficient use of existing funds.

“This decision is a major win for Illinois’ clean energy future,” said Andrew Linhares, Senior Manager for the Central Region at SEIA. “By expanding solar capacity now, the Commission is helping ensure that Illinoisans benefit from lower costs, greater reliability, and good-paying local jobs. It’s exactly the kind of forward-thinking action we need to keep Illinois on track as a national leader in renewable energy.”

Illinois’ approach stands out nationally. While many states have slowed procurement in response to federal uncertainty, Governor Pritzker’s administration and the ICC have moved swiftly to accelerate renewable energy investments that create local jobs, stabilize bills, and strengthen grid reliability. The expanded capacity will also prioritize projects that can begin construction before the ITC sunset, ensuring maximum economic value for Illinois consumers and workers.

“This is decisive, forward-looking leadership from the Illinois Commerce Commission,” said Stephanie Burgos-Veras, Senior Manager of Equity Programs at CCSA. “By acting now, Illinois is ensuring that residents and businesses benefit from the lowest-cost solar projects while federal incentives remain available — cementing the state’s position as a national model for smart, affordable clean energy growth.”

“With this action, Illinois is showing how smart, proactive policy can turn clean energy goals into real economic value,” said Lesley McCain, Executive Director of ISEA. “By expanding solar capacity now, the Commission is helping capture remaining federal incentives, lower long-term energy costs, and strengthen the grid for Illinois families and businesses.”

“This decision positions Illinois at the forefront of smart energy planning,” said John Albers, Director at Advanced Energy United. “By accelerating renewable procurement now, the Commission is helping avoid future price shocks, create a more reliable grid, and attract private investment that keeps energy dollars working here in Illinois. It’s a clear example of how policy leadership can translate into lower costs and stronger energy security for everyone.”

Illinois currently ranks among the top five states nationwide for community solar deployment, with more than 700 MW of installed capacity and hundreds more in development. Today’s ICC ruling will allow the state to continue to set the pace for the Midwest and beyond.

Coalition for Community Solar Access | https://communitysolaraccess.org/

EverLine, a national leader in remote operations, cybersecurity, and compliance for critical and energy infrastructure, announced that it has achieved certification as a NERC Transmission Operator (TOP). The milestone marks EverLine’s continued expansion into the electric transmission market and strengthens its position as one of the few independent operators serving the U.S. power grid.

The NERC TOP certification validates that EverLine has demonstrated that its systems, personnel, and CIP high-impact compliance adhere to the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards for operating transmission assets. It also authorizes EverLine to carry out essential real-time tasks, such as continuous monitoring, operational planning, and emergency response, within SERC’s regional jurisdiction. By expanding its 24/7 Remote Operations Control Center (ROCC), Network Operations Center (NOC), and Security Operations Center (SOC), EverLine now offers electric transmission owners and operators a unified, secure, and compliant platform serving power, pipeline, and renewable assets.

“As the nation races to expand transmission capacity to meet surging demand, the bottleneck isn’t technology, it’s the lack of qualified, independent operating partners,” said Brandon Ware, EverLine’s Vice President of Power O&M Services. “Few organizations are equipped to provide true best in class compliance out of the gate. With this certification, EverLine delivers immediate readiness, eliminating long registration delays and giving developers a partner who can operate with full NERC authority from day one.”

The certification process requires rigorous documentation, readiness evaluations, and validation by the regional authority to verify operational control capabilities, trained staff, and secure data systems. This certification places EverLine under the same strict regulatory requirements that govern the nation’s electric grid operators, including adherence to standards such as TOP-001 (Transmission Operations) and TOP-003 (Operational Data Exchange). Each standard involves significant financial and operational risks, with potential penalties exceeding $1.5 million daily per violation for noncompliance.

EverLine’s expansion in electric transmission services allows the company to address a growing market gap. Developers and grid owners are bringing new assets online faster than the industry can staff compliant operations centers. By combining a NERC-registered control environment with advanced cybersecurity, real-time situational awareness, and audit-ready evidence management, EverLine helps clients reduce time-to-market, capital costs, and ongoing O&M expenses, while also lowering their overall risk profile.

Continued Ware, “Power infrastructure owners and developers face nearly 100 NERC standards to comply with, and penalties exceeding $1.5M per instance per day for non-compliance. We’re here to help mitigate that. This certification is just the first of several in our plans to add more choice and capacity to this market, and we aim to be the leading operating partner in this space.”

The NERC TOP certification highlights EverLine’s dedication to operational excellence and its broader goal to modernize the management, monitoring, and protection of critical infrastructure across North America.

EverLine | www.everlineus.com