Global project finance is experiencing rapid expansion, driven by private capital and increasing demand for energy capacity, digital infrastructure, and large-scale public works. From Wilmington, DE to emerging markets worldwide, investors are adopting new approaches to meet these evolving priorities.
Texas has introduced changes to its grid rules that require battery operators to function more like traditional power plants. While batteries have long been heralded as a solution for wind and solar’s intermittent nature, these changes could limit their market opportunities and reshape the state’s renewable energy landscape.
The Imperial County Board of Supervisors approved a one-year moratorium on December 9 to limit new solar or battery energy projects on farmland. This move coincides with the county staff’s ongoing work on a comprehensive plan to manage future development.
JinkoSolar Holding ADR has demonstrated stronger price performance, earning an upgrade to its IBD Relative Strength Rating. This reflects a shift in the company’s market position and indicates a rising profile in the broader energy sector.
A new project in Manatee County, spearheaded by Johnson Controls, will convert methane gas from the Lena Road landfill into renewable energy. By turning waste into revenue and producing marketable environmental credits, officials hope this initiative will benefit taxpayers and protect the environment.
Governor Tim Walz’s push to limit fossil fuel use has kindled hopes for a greener Minnesota. Yet many worry that working families could face sharply higher electricity costs, raising doubts about how attainable these environmental goals truly are.
Irving Pulp & Paper’s Saint John Mill is receiving a CA$660 million upgrade, funded by the Canada Infrastructure Bank, to replace 1970s-era equipment with state-of-the-art technology. The renovation, known as Project NextGen, will create local jobs, bolster renewable energy production, and support the region’s long-term economic growth.
Australia’s rooftop solar and battery sector is on the rise, even as broader renewable energy expansion has slowed. The surge is largely attributed to consumer-driven investments in clean power options. Despite the overall lag, households and businesses are pushing the industry forward.
Gautam Adani-led Adani Group is committing USD 60 billion to India’s power sector by FY32, prioritizing renewable generation and scaled-up transmission infrastructure. The group’s plans include expanding its renewable energy footprint to 50 GW and building 30,000 km of transmission lines to reinforce the country’s energy network.
Federal guidelines for wind and solar tax credits took effect Monday, prompting questions about the impact on planned projects. Evergy officials report that their large-scale solar initiatives will remain on track, unaffected by the new policy.
