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Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENPH), a global energy technology company and the world's leading supplier of microinverter-based solar and battery systems, unveiled its new IQ Bidirectional EV Charger architecture for vehicle-to-home (V2H) and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capability. The charger connects to the direct current (DC) port of the electric vehicle (EV) and lets homeowners charge their EV, power their home seamlessly during outages, and share energy with the grid – all managed through the Enphase App.

The IQ Bidirectional EV Charger only needs to be paired with the IQ Meter Collar for a simple, powerful configuration that delivers home backup and grid services. The system is designed to be cost-effective, easy to install, and compatible with most home electrical setups. Homeowners can start with just the charger and meter collar for the basic configuration and then expand over time by adding Enphase solar and batteries to build a complete energy system. Watch an overview video of the charger in action and read the white paper to learn more. Here are some of the key features of the charger:

• Bidirectional power with innovative technology: Targeted to support 400 V and 800 V EVs, and deliver up to 11.5 kW of bidirectional power, leveraging GaN-based grid-forming microinverters.
• Black start for total resilience: Designed to power up a de-energized home during an outage by simply plugging in the EV, providing critical backup power when homeowners need it most.
• AI-powered energy management: Designed to maximize savings by optimizing charging and discharging using real-time electricity rates, solar production forecasts, and grid conditions.
• Standards support: Expected to comply with global standards including UL 9741, UL 3141, UL 1741 SB, ISO 15118-20, OCPP 2.1, and IEEE 1547, to allow broad compatibility with current and future vehicles and utility programs worldwide.

“The IQ Bidirectional EV Charger brings the family car into the home energy system,” said Jayant Somani, senior vice president of the digital business unit at Enphase Energy. “It’s simple to install, easy to control, and designed to deliver backup power and the ability to share energy with the grid for homeowners.”

Bidirectional EV chargers come in two types: alternating current (AC), which connect through the home’s wiring and rely on the vehicle’s onboard charger, and DC, which connect directly to the vehicle’s port for faster power transfer and smarter energy control. Enphase expects to offer both, with the IQ Bidirectional EV Charger using the DC design, with the inverter built into the charger rather than the car.

The IQ Bidirectional EV Charger is being designed for global markets and is expected to be available in the second half of 2026.

Enphase Energy | https://investor.enphase.com

Intelligent power management company Eaton announced that it has achieved an industry-first solution for identifying large fluctuations in energy demanded by artificial intelligence (AI) computing infrastructure, known as AI power bursts. Eaton’s new edge-based solution, available via a firmware update for its Eaton Power Xpert quality (PXQ) event analysis system, helps detect potential subsynchronous oscillations (SSO) in data centers, enabling operators to more effectively protect critical infrastructure and enhance resiliency as AI energy needs grow.

The increasing power requirements of AI data centers have given rise to the phenomenon of power bursting – unforeseen spikes in energy usage due to the intensive computation needs of GPU servers powering AI workloads. SSO can cause severe, costly damage to both data center infrastructure and the grid, which may not be equipped to handle these large load swings, making it essential for operators to identify and mitigate SSO bursts before they lead to costly outages due to transformer overheating, ferro resonant damage and other impacts to equipment.

Eaton’s PXQ is a versatile power quality meter for switchgear, switchboards and power distribution units (PDUs) that integrates sophisticated edge analytics to streamline the identification and resolution of power quality events such as sags, swells, transients and harmonics. Now, through a PXQ meter remote firmware upgrade, customers can leverage their system to reliably detect SSO and allow operators to take preventive actions to resolve issues before they cause lasting damage to data centers and the grid.

“The energy demands of AI workloads surpass anything data centers and the grid have encountered before, with load fluctuations that can exceed the limits of existing infrastructure,” said JP Buzzell, vice president and chief data center architect at Eaton. “By enabling customers to harness their existing PXQ technology in new ways, we’re delivering a market-first capability to effectively respond to AI power bursts. Our SSO detection solution marks a major milestone in our grid-to-chip strategy, which empowers data center operators with innovative tools to address and manage the energy challenges posed by AI.”

Eaton’s grid-to-chip strategy uses intelligent power distribution systems, backup power solutions, digital offers and other technologies to help operators optimize white and gray space in AI data centers. Other key milestones in this approach include Eaton’s recent announcement of its collaboration with NVIDIA to help lead the transition to 800 VDC power infrastructure to support 1 megawatt racks and beyond, as well as its collaboration with Siemens Energy for a fast-track approach to build data centers with integrated onsite power.

Eaton will be showcasing its grid-to-chip solutions at Yotta 2025, Sept. 8-10 in Las Vegas in booth #319. Additionally, Eaton experts JP Buzzell and Peter De Bock, vice president of energy and cooling, will present in sessions at the conference on opportunities to meet AI data center energy challenges in an evolving landscape.

To learn more about Eaton’s new edge-based solution for SSO detection, visit Eaton.com/PreventSSO. To learn more about Eaton’s full range of innovative power management technologies for AI data centers, visit Eaton.com/DataCenters.

Eaton | www.eaton.com

Storion Energy LLC, a supplier with domestic production facilities for Vanadium Redox Flow Battery (VRFB) components, is pleased to announce it has secured its first customer for vanadium electrolyte from its continuous production line established with support from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Manufacture of Advanced Key Energy Infrastructure Technologies (MAKE IT) Prize.

Since receiving the $5M prize award in 2024, Storion has been working to rapidly scale domestic production of cost-effective vanadium electrolyte, a key component of long-duration energy storage (LDES) systems, in anticipation of a 36% per year (CAGR) projected growth of VRFB deployments. Such growth is expected to reach 30-35 GWh by 2031 (~$8 billion), including 5.8 GWh in North America, before the acceleration of data center demand for LDES.

The first electrolyte customer will take advantage of Storion’s novel leasing agreement using vanadium owned by Largo Physical Vanadium Corp. (TSXV:VAND, OTCQX:VANAF), and will deliver 50 MWh of electrolyte to TerraFlow Energy for a 9.6 MW/ 5-hour VRFB installation in Bellville, Texas. Combined with the related supply agreement with TerraFlow, this strong initial demand will help build market confidence in the sustainability of a strong, vertically integrated U.S.-based manufacturing, helping catalyze the expansion of the flow battery industry.

MAKE IT Prize funds were a key piece to enabling Storion’s rapid growth since its launch as a joint venture of Stryten Energy LLC and Largo Clean Energy, a subsidiary of Largo Inc., in February of this year.

“We are grateful to the Department of Energy for their support through the MAKE IT Prize,” said Travis Torrey, Chief Technology Officer for Storion Energy. “This funding allowed us to take the crucial first step in building domestic manufacturing capacity for vanadium electrolyte. This has helped us, and the broader flow battery industry, move forward faster to meet the growing demand for LDES driven by data centers' need for energy.”

“With the MAKE IT Prize winnings, we’ve been able to meet current market demand and position ourselves to scale with future growth,” added Torrey. “This is a major step toward building a robust U.S. energy storage ecosystem.”

Storion’s electrolyte production is designed to support utility-scale deployments and future growth across the energy storage sector. The company continues to collaborate with industry partners to expand access to safe, durable, and recyclable energy storage solutions, which support American energy security and independence.

Storion Energy | storion.com

Aspen Power, a leading distributed generation platform dedicated to building the clean energy future, announced closing on the acquisition of two community solar projects in Northampton, Pennsylvania, with a combined capacity of 6.85 megawatts direct current (MWdc). These projects are the first projects to close under a portfolio totaling 18 MWdc under contract with Syncarpha Capital, LLC.

Industry estimates from the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) indicate these projects will create approximately 130 jobs. The ground-mounted systems are expected to generate almost 9 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of clean energy annually, which is equivalent to powering over 800 homes.

“Aspen Power is proud to expand our presence in Pennsylvania and deliver the lowest-cost form of new power to communities across the state,” said Jorge Vargas, Chief Executive Officer of Aspen Power. “Solar is now the most affordable source of new electricity in the U.S., and even in a difficult national political environment, we are executing and bringing projects online. Together with our partners at Syncarpha Capital, we are creating reliable, long-term income for landowners, affordable clean energy for residents, and tangible progress toward a more resilient grid. At this pivotal moment for the renewable energy industry, strong execution and strong partnerships are what will drive lasting economic and environmental benefits, and Aspen is proud to be leading that effort in Pennsylvania.”

“As a long-term owner / operator of solar and storage projects, we’re selective about who we partner with when we choose to monetize shovel-ready projects. We chose Aspen Power because they are a reliable counterparty with strong financial backing and a proven ability to execute,” said Cliff Chapman, co-founder and CEO of Syncarpha Capital. “These transactions represent a fraction of Syncarpha’s organically developed Pennsylvania pipeline, and we look forward to continuing to play a significant role in expanding the state’s clean energy future.”

Aspen Power has been highly active in Pennsylvania, with more than 100 MW of operating and in-construction assets across the state. As electricity demand grows, solar’s speed of deployment makes it a critical solution for meeting near-term energy needs. Pennsylvania’s target of sourcing 18% of its electricity from renewables by 2025 underscores the importance of these projects, which will contribute directly to the state’s clean energy goals.

Nationwide, Aspen Power continues to lead in the distributed generation sector, having developed or acquired more than 600 renewable energy projects across 26 states in pursuit of a more affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy future.

Aspen Power | aspenpower.com

Pioneer Power Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: PPSI) (“Pioneer” or the “Company”), a leader in the design, manufacture, service and integration of distributed energy resources, power generation equipment and mobile electric vehicle (“EV”) charging solutions, announced multiple new contract wins across a range of sectors, further demonstrating the Company's growing role in powering critical operations and electrification initiatives.

The new agreements include initial unit purchases, as well as critical pilot rentals, which are expected to be delivered during the remainder of 2025 and into the first quarter of 2026. Management believes that these agreements highlight Pioneer’s ability to deliver fast, resilient, flexible and mobile power and charging systems in a wide array of use cases including emergency response, space rocketry, fleet electrification and expanding off-grid energy solutions.

“These recent wins reflect both the growing market demand for flexible, reliable, off-grid power solutions and our ability to deliver across a multitude of industries,” said Nathan Mazurek, CEO of Pioneer. “The new agreements demonstrate strong near-term demand and also open the door to significant long-term growth opportunities as these customers continue to scale and decarbonize their operations.”

Highlights of Recent New Business Signings:

• The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (“WA DNR”) has acquired an e-Boost Mobile Mini. This cutting-edge solution enables the WA DNR to recharge electric utility vehicles in remote areas, supporting their critical work in managing and protecting the state's vital watersheds and combating devastating wildfires. By leveraging the e-Boost Mobile Mini's 30kW EV charging capability and trailer design, which can be easily towed without a commercial driver’s license, WA DNR is accelerating its transition to electric vehicles and ensuring the deployment of sustainable equipment to the most critical areas. Pioneer’s e-Boost Mobile Mini solution underscores the WA DNR's commitment to preserving Washington's natural resources while embracing a cleaner, more efficient future.

• In response to the rapidly growing demand for off-grid power solutions, Pioneer and a leading US propane distributor are collaborating on an original off-grid power solution for the distributor’s rural propane vehicle filling stations. Pioneer’s e-Boost Mini – Pure Power unit provides a reliable, off-grid and efficient electrical power source to operate propane dispensers in remote locations, unlocking new market opportunities and bridging the gap between propane demand and supply. By harnessing the same propane source to power the dispensers, this unique solution enables the propane marketer to expand its reach into previously inaccessible areas, tapping into the growing need for propane, and renewable propane, in rural and remote locations. The initial e-Boost Mini – Pure Power unit is expected to be delivered this year for a propane dispensing station in central Florida with many more sites being considered in the near future.

• In a new collaboration, Pioneer has once again pushed the boundaries of innovation, partnering with a leading off-grid power provider to design and deploy a mobile microgrid solution for a cutting-edge rocket launching facility. This pioneering project showcases the seamless integration of mobile battery energy storage (mBESS) units with Pioneer's e-Boost Mobile – Pure Power unit, harnessing onsite natural gas to deliver a reliable, sustainable, and resilient power source that helps to ensure mission-critical rocket launches are supported with utmost precision.

• Pioneer continues to empower the future of Last Mile Delivery (“LMD”) with a significant follow-on rental order for its innovative e-Boost Mobile Mini solution, in a continuing pilot program supporting one of the world's largest e-commerce fleets during the peak holiday season. This Fortune 100 retailer is tackling the pressing “grid gap” challenge head-on, leveraging Pioneer's technology to bridge the divide between escalating power demands and limited grid capacity at its depots. Having multiple e-Boost units in its pilot program, this LMD retailer is poised to redefine the logistics landscape in 2026, deploying multiple sets of e-Boost units across key metro markets to ensure seamless fleet operations and reliable charging infrastructure for its ever-expanding fleet of electric trucks and vans.

“These new orders reflect the growing commercial success of our strategic relationship with partners in the industry. Together, we deliver scalable, sustainable and mobile EV infrastructure by combining our off-grid charging technology with the on-demand service model from our industry partners,” added Geo Murickan, President of Pioneer eMobility.

As the demand for reliable, off-grid power solutions continues to surge, these projects underscore e-Boost's position as the go-to choice for powering critical infrastructure and electric vehicles, bridging the gap in grid resilience and empowering innovation across diverse industries.

Pioneer Power Solutions | www.pioneerpowersolutions.com

Capstone Green Energy Holdings, Inc. (the "Company” or “Capstone”) (OTCID: CGEH) and Capstone Green Energy, LLC, a leader in microturbine energy systems, and Microgrids 4 AI, Inc. (“MG4AI”), a developer of modular AI infrastructure solutions, announced the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on delivering sustainable, scalable, and resilient infrastructure for the artificial intelligence (AI) data center market.

MG4AI architects and delivers modular turnkey AI-ready infrastructure for edge data centers under 20MW, enabling enterprises, sovereign customers, and innovators to deploy GPU-intensive compute environments faster, more securely, and independent of traditional utility constraints. By integrating localized, grid-independent microgrids with advanced liquid cooling, MG4AI helps customers bypass multi-year grid upgrade delays, reduce operating costs, and achieve greater resiliency in powering AI innovation.

Under this strategic collaboration, MG4AI’s modular infrastructure will be paired with Capstone’s ultra-low-emission, high-cycle efficiency, and low-maintenance microturbine technology to deliver grid-independent, distributed AI infrastructure. The collaboration will integrate Capstone’s proven Combined Cooling and Power (CCP) systems with MG4AI’s containerized compute pods, enabling rapid deployment, reduced power and cooling costs, and unmatched reliability in mission-critical AI workloads.

“Capstone’s advanced distributed power platform is purpose-built for the next wave of digital infrastructure,” said Vince Canino, President and CEO of Capstone Green Energy. “Artificial intelligence is one of the most energy-intensive applications and disruptive workloads of our time. By aligning Capstone’s technology with MG4AI’s modular compute architecture, we are setting a new standard for speed, efficiency, and sustainability in AI infrastructure deployments.”

“The future of AI will not be built on yesterday’s data centers. It demands innovative new infrastructure – where power, liquid cooling, and compute converge as one, a complete kit,” said Ken Kajikawa, CEO of MG4AI. “Together with Capstone, MG4AI is creating a new blueprint for AI: sovereign, sustainable, and infinitely scalable (140kW today and scaling to 600kW per rack). We’re not just keeping pace with the AI revolution; we’re building the new foundation that makes next-generation AI infrastructure possible.”

Capstone’s microturbine-based systems provide clean, reliable on-site power and are designed to integrate seamlessly with advanced cooling technologies such as a Capstone Engineered Equipment Package (EEP), including chillers, dry coolers, and pumping packages (a BESS when needed). By combining this capability with MG4AI’s expertise in edge data center compute infrastructure, the strategic collaboration aims to deliver rapid deployable solutions that address the growing energy and performance demands of AI workloads.

Capstone Green Energy | www.capstonegreenenergy.com

Verdagy, the electrolysis company driving the fastest path to clean hydrogen at fossil parity, announced that Gaurav Sinha has joined as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). With two decades of commercial leadership spanning energy, finance, project development and technology, Sinha brings the experience to scale Verdagy's commercial operations globally. Sinha most recently served as Vice President of Hydrogen at AES Clean Energy. At Verdagy, he will spearhead global market expansion, commercial strategy and sales as the company ramps deployment of its Dynamic AWE electrolyzers.

"We are delighted to welcome Gaurav to Verdagy. His track record of driving commercial success in traditional energy markets, combined with his pragmatic and disciplined approach to new energy and deep industry relationships, is exactly what the hydrogen industry needs right now," said Rahul Bammi, CEO & President of Verdagy. "As we build long-term partnerships with our customers, Gaurav's leadership will be critical in delivering projects that are bankable, scalable and fully integrated into their decarbonization plans."

Prior to joining Verdagy, Sinha served as Vice President of Green Hydrogen at AES Clean Energy, where he led customer outreach, market development, advocacy, pricing, contracting and project development. He also represented AES on the board of the HyVelocity Hydrogen Hub on the U.S. Gulf Coast, spearheading the company's green hydrogen project. Previously, he held senior roles at NextEra Energy, Deutsche Bank, Merrill Lynch and Intel Corporation. Sinha holds an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and an M.S. in Computer Engineering from Auburn University.

"For clean hydrogen to move from hype to hard hats, projects must be grounded in sound economics and proven technology," said Sinha. "Verdagy has both. I'm excited to help scale a solution that delivers hydrogen at fossil-parity costs, and serves sectors where demand is both urgent and global."

With his appointment, Verdagy reinforces its commitment to pairing world-class leadership with breakthrough technology to accelerate the adoption of clean hydrogen worldwide.

Verdagy | www.verdagy.com