Today’s renewable energy news includes updates on Cypress Creek Energy, Renewable America, Huasun, GreenTech Ranking, among others.
Cypress Creek Secures $3.5 Billion for Massive 2.45 GW Solar and 2.9 GWh Storage Project in Arkansas
Cypress Creek Energy has secured $3.5 billion in financing to advance the first two phases of the Steel River Energy Center in Arkansas, one of the largest solar and battery storage developments in the United States. The financing will support 1.63 GW of solar generation capacity and 1.9 GWh of battery energy storage, with long-term power sales backed by a virtual power purchase agreement. The project is being financed by Barclays, BNP Paribas, Santander, and Wells Fargo, alongside tax equity from a major investor. When all three phases are completed by 2029, Steel River is expected to deliver 2.45 GW of solar power and 2.9 GWh of storage, helping meet rising electricity demand driven by AI-powered data centers and broader grid decarbonization efforts.
Renewable America Seeks Buyer for 33 MW Solar and 31 MWh Battery Storage Portfolio
Renewable America is seeking a strategic buyer for a late-stage renewable energy portfolio comprising 33 MW of solar generation capacity and 31 MWh of battery energy storage. The projects are in advanced stages of development and are positioned to capitalize on growing demand for distributed clean energy and grid-supporting storage assets. The company said the portfolio offers investors an opportunity to enter the rapidly expanding U.S. renewable energy market with assets that are nearing construction readiness. The combination of solar generation and battery storage is designed to enhance energy reliability, optimize power delivery, and improve project economics. The sale process reflects increasing investor interest in renewable energy projects as utilities, corporations, and communities pursue decarbonization and energy resilience goals.
Huasun Climbs to No. 12 in TIME’s 2026 Global GreenTech Ranking
Huasun Energy has been ranked 12th in TIME and Statista’s “World’s Top GreenTech Companies of 2026,” climbing 22 places from its 34th position in 2025. The company achieved the highest ranking among Chinese firms on the list, which evaluated more than 8,300 companies worldwide and selected the top 250 based on environmental impact, financial strength, and innovation. Huasun attributed its rapid rise to its commitment to heterojunction (HJT) solar technology, a high-efficiency photovoltaic technology that the company has aggressively commercialized. The recognition highlights Huasun’s growing influence in the global solar industry as demand for advanced photovoltaic technologies accelerates. The ranking underscores the increasing importance of innovation-driven clean energy companies in supporting the global transition to low-carbon energy systems.
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