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The Nordex Group has received three new orders in the United States totaling 484 megawatts (MW), underlining the continued momentum of the company’s business in the region. One order covers 32 N133/4.8 turbines, adding up to a total capacity of approx. 154 MW. The two other orders are for projects with a total capacity of approx. 350 MW, comprising of 56 turbines of the N163/5.X type. The names of the three customers and the projects are not disclosed.

“These projects clearly demonstrate the trust our customers place in Nordex technology and execution capabilities,” said Manav Sharma, CEO of Nordex North America. “They are a clear signal that our momentum in the region continues to accelerate. With our proven turbine technology and local supply chain, we remain well positioned to support our customers in delivering large-scale wind projects across North America.”

Nordex Group | https://www.nordex-online.com/en

Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENPH), a global energy technology company, announced the launch of the new IQ9N Microinverter for residential solar across the United States. Built with gallium nitride (GaN) technology, IQ9N Microinverters help enhance energy production from the latest high-power solar panels and are engineered to deliver peak performance over the system’s lifetime, with an industry-leading 97.5% CEC weighted efficiency and a 25-year limited warranty.

IQ9N Microinverters support 16 A of continuous DC current and 427 VA of continuous output power, pairing with today’s premium high-wattage residential solar panels to help maximize energy production from each module. They are backward compatible with IQ7 and IQ8 Series Microinverters and IQ® Batteries, enabling homeowners and installers to expand existing Enphase systems using similar installation methods and accessories.

GaN technology enables a peak efficiency of up to 97.8%, with cooler operation and optimized performance across conditions. Enphase’s GaN architecture reduces conduction losses and heat, improves long-term reliability based on engineering and lifecycle testing, maintains peak performance across seasons, and provides capacity to support emerging high-power solar panels. Read the technical white paper, "Enphase Adoption of GaN Bi-Directional Switch Technology for Distributed Power Electronics," for a more detailed view of Enphase's GaN architecture.

"Every hour our crew spends on a roof — and every time we have to go back — cuts into our margins," said Bill Ward, president at Elbac Solar. "The IQ9N Microinverters work with the installation process we already use, and because they're so dependable, we're not getting pulled back out for service calls. For installers, that's what a real win looks like."

"IQ9N Microinverters are a major leap forward in residential inverter performance," said Carlos Martínez Muñoz, president at Solar Roots, an installer of Enphase products in Puerto Rico. "The combination of GaN technology, higher efficiency, and support for the latest high-power panels lets us design better systems for our customers and unlock more energy from every roof."

IQ9N Microinverters are engineered to optimize energy from every panel across a wide range of conditions, including partial shading, complex roof layouts, and high-temperature environments. Like all Enphase microinverters, IQ9N Microinverters convert DC to AC at each panel, eliminating long high-voltage DC runs used in traditional string inverter designs and delivering a safer, all-AC architecture on the roof. Per-panel power conversion also keeps the rest of the system producing even if one panel is shaded, soiled, or offline.

"Enphase keeps setting the bar higher," said Mike Thompson, CEO of Golden Bear Solar. "IQ9N Microinverters pair perfectly with today's premium panels, and the distributed architecture means homeowners get more usable energy and a safer system on the roof."

"Homeowners want solar that just works, year after year, in any weather," said Kevin O'Donnell, CEO of O'Donnell Solar Co. "With IQ9N Microinverters, we can deliver that with confidence, and the cooler operating temperatures give us peace of mind on long-term reliability."

IQ9N Microinverters meet rigorous grid compliance standards and are NEMA Type 6 rated with a double-insulated, corrosion-resistant polymer housing and an operating temperature range of -40°C to +65°C, engineered to withstand extreme weather conditions. Built-in rapid shutdown capability helps reduce risk to utility workers and first responders. Homeowners can monitor system performance at the panel level, receive real-time alerts, and benefit from over-the-air software updates through the Enphase App.

IQ9N Microinverters that are manufactured in U.S. facilities with domestic content are designed to be “FEOC compliant” (see Enphase website for details on “FEOC-compliant” products) and may help eligible projects qualify for domestic content bonus tax credits. The products also comply with Buy American Act standards for federal direct procurement contracts.

"Residential solar customers expect their systems to perform at the highest level for decades," said Aaron Gordon, senior vice president and general manager of the systems business unit at Enphase Energy. "IQ9N Microinverters combine our proven distributed architecture with GaN technology and support for the latest panels, giving homeowners the most powerful, efficient, and reliable Enphase microinverter we've ever built."

IQ9N Microinverters are backed by an industry-leading 25-year limited warranty. The product is available now in the United States through Enphase distribution partners.

Certain Enphase products may qualify as FEOC-compliant under IRS Notice 2025-08. Customers should consult their legal and tax advisors to confirm eligibility.

Enphase Energy | https://enphase.com/

rPlus Energies announced the successful start of commercial operations for Green River Energy Center, a 400-megawatt (MW) solar and 400 MW/1,600 megawatt-hour battery energy storage project located in Emery County, Utah. As the largest solar and storage facility within PacifiCorp’s six-state service territory, Green River Energy Center highlights the growing role Utah continues to play in meeting the West’s increasing energy needs. In 2024, Utah Governor Spencer Cox announced Operation Gigawatt, an initiative aimed at doubling Utah’s energy production over the next 10 years. The project reflects Utah’s commitment to expanding reliable, affordable energy production through Operation Gigawatt.

“Operation Gigawatt is about ensuring Utah has the reliable, homegrown energy needed to power opportunity for generations,” said Utah Governor Spencer Cox. “Green River Energy Center represents the kind of large-scale energy investment we need to deliver reliable energy, support rural Utah, and help power the next generation of prosperity across our state.”

“Meeting America’s growing energy needs will require an all-of-the-above approach, and Green River Energy Center is an important example of that effort in action,” said US Senator John Curtis. “This investment strengthens our energy infrastructure, supports Utah workers and communities, and helps ensure reliable, affordable power for families and businesses across the West. I congratulate everyone who helped bring this project from vision to reality.”

Green River Energy Center will generate more than $55 million in property taxes for schools and public services. During construction, the project employed hundreds of workers, including several local contractors for key components. Project partners committed $375,000 in scholarships for local students who plan to build their careers at home while strengthening the region’s long-term workforce in local and energy-related industries.

“This project represents years of collaboration and commitment from all of the project partners,” said Luigi Resta, rPlus Energies President & CEO. “Together, we believed in the vision, and today Green River Energy Center is delivering reliable power and real value to families across the American West.”

The successful commissioning of the project was celebrated during an on-site ceremony held Monday, June 22, attended by Utah Governor Spencer Cox, project partners, and community members.

During the commissioning ceremony, project partners announced that they donated $45,000 to the Ferron Fire Department, located near the project, in support of local emergency response services and community infrastructure.

The project has received both national and local recognition, including Project Finance International’s “Renewables Deal of the Year – Americas” and the Emery County Business Chamber’s 2024 “Energy Company of the Year” award, in recognition of the project’s long-term investment and impact in the region.

Watch a video about Green River Energy Center here.

rPlus Energies | https://www.rplusenergies.com/

Meadow Partners (“Meadow”), an institutional middle-market real estate investment manager, announced the acquisition of ground lease rights to Coalburn II, a 1,000-megawatt hour (“MWh”) grid connected battery energy storage system (“BESS”) project under construction in South Lanarkshire, Scotland. Coalburn II is comprised of a 1,000 MWh BESS site and a 2.3-acre industrial outdoor storage (IOS) site. The BESS site is fully leased and has secured approval to increase energy capacity to 2,000 MWhs. Located adjacent to the Broken Cross wind farm, and directly connected to the Coalburn North substation, the property is part of one of the most abundant wind energy production corridors in the world.

The acquisition of the Coalburn II ground lease follows Meadow’s investment in Coalburn I, a 1,000 MWh BESS located in proximity to Coalburn II.

"Scotland is one of the leading producers of renewable energy, and we are pleased to acquire the ground lease to Coalburn II to further support infrastructure investment critical to the U.K.'s energy transition,” said Andrew McDaniel, Co-Founder and Partner of Meadow Partners. “By providing the flexible storage capacity needed to integrate growing wind and solar generation into the grid, Coalburn II further extends our footprint in Scotland's leading renewable energy corridor. The project is one of the largest energy transition projects in Europe, located in one of the best markets globally for battery assets and the transaction reflects our conviction in the long-term value of energy transition real estate ground leases.”

The Coalburn II transaction follows Meadow's recent acquisition of a U.K. energy ground lease portfolio, comprising ten assets across Merseyside and the Isle of Sheppey. In conjunction with Meadow’s existing investments in the South Lanarkshire region, these investments advance the firm's U.K. energy ground lease platform.

Meadow Partners | https://www.meadowpartners.com/

ESS Tech, Inc. (NYSE: GWH) (“ESS” or the “company”), a leading provider of non-lithium energy storage solutions, announced strong early customer engagement for its planned U.S.-made sodium-ion battery energy storage system (BESS) offering, focused on short- and medium-duration applications that have historically been served by lithium-ion systems. Since announcing its letter of intent with Alsym Energy seven weeks ago, ESS has generated significant customer interest for sodium-ion solutions across data centers, critical infrastructure, and utility markets, exceeding demand expectations with limited outbound marketing.

The company has now developed early-stage opportunities approaching $1 billion for its sodium-ion solutions and is accelerating development of its sodium-ion BESS platform to meet growing near-term demand for safer, domestically sourced energy storage solutions.

"The demand we're seeing for sodium-ion is unlike anything in our company's history," said Drew Buckley, Chief Executive Officer of ESS. "Energy demand is changing faster than the market can respond, and it's clear the solutions of the past won't fill the gap. We're moving decisively to meet that need, accelerating our path towards near-term revenue while establishing the foundation to deliver at the scale and speed the market needs."

Across the power sector, including hyperscalers and fast-growing data centers, customers are racing to secure storage that is safe, fast to deploy, and free of supply chain risk. They need systems that avoid the fire and insurance exposure of lithium-ion, meet aggressive delivery timelines, and eliminate Foreign Entity of Concern exposure. Sodium-ion is uniquely suited to fill that gap: it virtually eliminates thermal runaway risk and uses abundant, domestically available materials rather than constrained lithium supply chains.

The company will continue development of its iron flow battery technology for long-duration applications while streamlining its Wilsonville operations, reducing expenses and cash burn, to reallocate capital toward the sodium-ion and related solutions with greater near-term revenue potential.

ESS soon plans to announce sodium-ion container, rack, and hardware solutions, as well as digital software offerings to optimize battery and system health, to support the customer opportunities.

"This transition enables ESS to pursue attractive market opportunities while maintaining our commitment to long-term innovation," added Buckley. " We believe ESS is well-positioned to create value for customers and shareholders by focusing our organization on high-growth markets with a differentiated technology, leveraging our proven execution capabilities, and continuing to deliver American-made energy storage solutions."

ESS | www.essinc.com

Spearmint Energy (“Spearmint” or the “Company”) a next-generation energy company bringing stable, secure and cost-effective energy solutions to the power grid with large-scale battery storage, has secured a $325 million expanded debt facility in partnership with Nuveen Energy Infrastructure Credit (“Nuveen EIC”), Elda River Capital Management (“Elda River”), Harrison Street Asset Management (“Harrison Street”), and Aiga Capital Partners (“Aiga”). The debt facility strengthens Spearmint’s capital base and supports strategic initiatives aligned with its mission to deliver safe, stable, and affordable energy through battery storage solutions.

Spearmint expects to leverage the capital to advance its operating portfolio, including Tierra Seca, Seven Flags, and Revolution, and development portfolio with projects throughout the United States. The expanded debt facility further enhances Spearmint’s financing flexibility, enabling the Company to support operating assets, fund strategic initiatives across its platform, and capitalize on additional storage opportunities as demand for reliable power infrastructure continues to grow.

“We are pleased to secure this debt financing from Nuveen EIC, Elda River, Harrison Street, and Aiga as we accelerate the deployment and optimization of battery storage to reduce grid volatility, increase resilience, and help ensure power is available whenever and wherever it is needed,” said Andrew Waranch, Founder, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Spearmint. “As energy demand continues to rise, now faster than ever, this growth capital will help us continue to deliver safe and affordable energy across the country.”

“Battery storage is becoming an increasingly important part of the nation’s energy infrastructure, and Spearmint is helping to advance that buildout with high-quality assets and a clear growth strategy,” said Don Dimitrievich, Head of Nuveen Energy Infrastructure Credit. “We are pleased to support the Spearmint team through this debt facility as they continue to expand access to reliable, resilient power for American consumers.”

This investment builds on recent momentum within Spearmint, most recently the approximately $450 million in project financings to support Red Egret, a 300 MW/ 600 MWh standalone battery project currently under construction in Texas City, Texas, and preceded by financing from Kyuden International Corporation for two 100 MW/ 200 MWh BESS projects based in ERCOT, Tierra Seca and Seven Flags, which commenced operations late last year.

Spearmint Energy | https://www.spearmintenergy.com/

Matrix Renewables, the TPG Rise-backed global renewable energy platform, announced the successful closing of construction to term loan financing, securing tax equity commitments and refinancing operating projects for a portfolio of utility-scale solar and storage projects in the U.S.. The portfolio includes 859MWdc of solar and 167MWh of battery energy storage systems across California, Idaho, and Texas. It includes two operating assets that have been refinanced, as well as two projects currently under construction. The construction assets have secured commitments from a tax equity and minority equity investor.

MUFG, HSBC, Nomura, and Santander acted as Coordinating Lead Arrangers for the transaction. The debt facilities are comprised of over $470million of construction-to-term loan financing, approximately $400million of tax equity bridge loan financing, and approximately $100million of Letters of Credit.

DESRI has committed $210million for a preferred equity investment in the two construction projects. 

The total portfolio will represent over $1.3billion in investment and includes the following assets:

• Tormes Solar, a 457MWdc PV project currently under construction in Navarro County, Texas.  
• Alamo BESS, an 86.5MWh BESS project, located in Kern County, California, currently under construction adjacent to our existing Gaskell West projects.
• Gaskell West, combining 143MWdc PV and 80 MWh BESS operating projects located in Kern County California.  
• Pleasant Valley Solar, a 261MWdc PV project located in Ada County, Idaho.

Cindy Tindell - Matrix  Renewables: "This transaction marks a significant milestone for Matrix in the U.S., optimizing the financing of two existing assets while establishing an efficient, scalable structure for our construction portfolio. By transitioning to a multi-asset approach, we are unlocking additional value and strengthening the foundation for our growth. This milestone brings our U.S. portfolio to approximately 1.5 GW of operating, under-construction, and ready-to-build projects."

Fred Zelaya – MUFG Project Finance: "MUFG is pleased to support Matrix Renewables on its latest landmark transaction. The Matrix portfolio will help provide reliable, carbon-free energy while enhancing grid resiliency, and we look forward to supporting their continued growth in the sector."

Paul Snow – HSBC Infrastructure Finance: "Reaching financial close on a multi-asset solar and storage portfolio takes disciplined structuring and strong collaboration. We're pleased to support Matrix on this transaction, which will deliver dependable energy across California, Idaho and Texas."

Peter Koczanski – DESRI: "DESRI is pleased to provide preferred equity financing for the Tormes and Alamo projects, supporting Matrix Renewables in the continued growth of their U.S. business and underscoring our abilities as a capital provider.

Norton Rose Fulbright acted as legal counsel and CG/ CRC-IB served as financial advisor to Matrix Renewables with respect to the construction financing, refinancing and the tax equity commitments. Latham & Watkins represented the lenders, while King & Spalding provided legal counsel to DESRI. Overseeing the projects' EPC needs are SOLV Energy for Tormes Solar and BEI Construction, Inc. for Alamo BESS. Equipment suppliers include American manufacturers First Solar, Nextpower, and Tesla, allowing the projects to achieve U.S. domestic content status under U.S. Treasury guidelines. Finally, Aurora Energy Research performed the merchant forecast and transmission analysis for part of the portfolio.

Matrix Renewables | https://matrixrenewables.com/