Latest renewable energy news includes announcements from ES Foundry, Rainbowco, GameChange Energy, and others.
ES Foundry Expands U.S. Solar Cell Manufacturing Capacity to 3 GW
ES Foundry has completed a 2 GW expansion of its Greenwood, South Carolina, solar cell factory, increasing its total U.S. manufacturing capacity to 3 GW as the first solar cell rolled off the new production line. The milestone strengthens domestic solar manufacturing and helps address a critical gap in the U.S. photovoltaic supply chain. The expanded facility is expected to support growing demand for American-made solar cells while creating additional manufacturing opportunities. ES Foundry said the investment reinforces its leadership in U.S. solar cell production and supports the country’s broader clean energy and energy security objectives.
Rainbowco Strengthens Offshore Wind Foundation Manufacturing Capabilities
Rainbowco, through its subsidiary Nantong Rainbow Offshore & Engineering Equipment (ROC), is expanding its offshore wind foundation manufacturing capabilities with a specialized production base spanning approximately 500,000 square meters and 800 meters of Yangtze River waterfront. ROC has delivered nearly 800 offshore wind monopiles with complete secondary steel structures for projects in China and international markets. The company has also contributed to major offshore engineering assets, including the Huadian 1001 offshore wind installation vessel, a 4,000-ton heavy-lift vessel, the Huadian Wenqiang 600-ton offshore wind installation platform, and the Dolphin 01 offshore wind operations vessel.
GameChange Energy Wins 380 MWp Solar Tracker Order in Australia
GameChange Energy has secured a 380 MWp order to supply its Genius Tracker™ 1P Terrain Following solar tracking system for the Lower Wonga Solar Farm in Queensland, Australia. The project will use the company’s terrain-following technology to maximize energy generation while minimizing earthworks and construction costs on challenging landscapes. The order further strengthens GameChange Energy’s position in the Australian utility-scale solar market, where demand for advanced tracking systems continues to rise. The company said the project highlights growing adoption of high-performance solar tracking technology to improve project efficiency, optimize land use, and enhance renewable energy output.
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