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Sunrun (Nasdaq: RUN), the nation’s leading provider of clean energy as a subscription service, announced an innovative home energy plan in partnership with retail electric provider Tesla Electric (Nasdaq: TSLA). Created exclusively for Sunrun Flex customers in Texas, this new home energy plan is designed to maximize solar production, battery backup power for outages, and energy independence.
With the Tesla Electric + Sunrun Flex plan, Tesla Electric offers a low, fixed electricity rate and the most competitive sellback rates for excess solar energy sent back to the grid. Combined with abundant solar production from Sunrun Flex and seamless battery management, customers get maximum value, advanced outage protection, and greater peace of mind.
Texas residents face a crowded and confusing electricity market with over 100 retail electric providers and a wide range of complex rate structures, most of which aren’t optimized for home solar and storage. Tesla Electric + Sunrun Flex is a complete home energy solution that eliminates confusion and improves the customer experience through dedicated enrollment assistance and aligning precise battery settings and solar production with a tailored retail electricity offering.
“This partnership creates the most compelling and comprehensive home energy solution on the market for Texas consumers,” said Sunrun CEO Mary Powell. “We’ve put customers first by combining the resources, technology, and knowledge of two companies that know energy best. Pairing Tesla’s custom electric plan with Sunrun Flex results in a superior customer experience and unparalleled energy independence.”
Sunrun Flex systems include Tesla Powerwall batteries to provide households with advanced backup power during outages—an especially valuable feature in Texas where severe weather has recently created prolonged blackouts and grid instability. Powerwall also allows customers to participate in Tesla’s Virtual Power Plant to support the grid by sharing power to reduce strain and increase the supply of electricity.
Other key benefits of the Tesla Electric + Sunrun Flex plan include:
“With Tesla Electric, we’re building energy plans that unlock the full value of home solar and storage—optimized rates, seamless backup, and participation in grid services through virtual power plants,” said Colby Hastings, Director of Residential Energy at Tesla. “This collaboration with Sunrun brings all of that together in one smart, simple offering for Texans.”
The Tesla Electric + Sunrun Flex plan is now available exclusively to Sunrun Flex customers across Texas, in areas with retail choices. To learn more about the plan and sign up, please visit sunrun.com/flex-texas. Tesla Electric is operated by Tesla Energy Ventures, LLC REP #10296, a subsidiary of Tesla, Inc.
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Agilitas Energy, a leading developer and operator of renewable energy and energy storage systems, announced the acquisition of a 12.5-megawatt (MW) solar project located in North Smithfield, Rhode Island, from a local developer. This acquisition marks another significant step in Agilitas Energy’s mission to add resilient and clean power solutions across the United States. The project is fully permitted, with construction slated to begin in 2025 and commercial operation expected by the end of 2026. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Once operational, Agilitas Energy’s solar project is projected to generate approximately 16,000megawatt-hours (MWh) of clean electricity annually, enough to power over 2,500 Rhode Island homes. The project will participate in Rhode Island’s Net Metering Credit (NMC) program, providing credits that offset 100% of supply, distribution, transmission and transition charges for each kilowatt-hour produced. Because development began before the state’s eligibility deadline, the project is grandfathered under Rhode Island’s original rules, making it eligible for the full 100% credit value. Projects developed after the cutoff face a 275-megawatt cap and receive reduced value credits, making this asset particularly attractive to off-takers. These credits will be sold to commercial, industrial, public or municipal customers within the Rhode Island Energy territory, offering them long-term energy savings and price stability.
In addition to net metering revenues, the solar project will generate New England Power Pool (NEPOOL) Class I Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs), contributing to the region’s Renewable Portfolio Standards and providing an additional revenue stream for Agilitas Energy.
“In an era where tariffs and policy shifts are reshaping the clean energy landscape, acquiring this project underscores Agilitas Energy's commitment to navigating these challenges head-on and strengthening energy infrastructure in whatever way we can,” said Barrett Bilotta, CEO of Agilitas Energy. “By integrating this project into our portfolio, we not only reinforce our commitment to establishing resilient energy infrastructure but also contribute to local grid reliability and economic growth. This move exemplifies our ability to adapt and lead in a dynamic industry landscape.”
By acquiring this project, Agilitas Energy is not just expanding Rhode Island’s solar capacity; it’s accelerating the state’s journey toward its 100% renewable electricity goal by 2033. Leveraging its capabilities as a fully integrated Independent Power Producer (IPP) that owns and operates its investments, Agilitas Energy is able to streamline project timelines and reduce costs to ensure faster deployment of clean energy solutions. Agilitas Energy’s proven track record in rapidly bringing projects online, such as Rhode Island's first utility-scale battery storage facility in Pascoag, demonstrates its ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and deliver clean energy solutions efficiently.
Agilitas Energy | https://agilitasenergy.com/
Wallbox (NYSE: WBX), a global provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging and energy management solutions, announced the launch of its virtual power plants (VPPs) in California and New York, powered by a new partnership with Leap, a leading platform for building and scaling VPPs. The initiative is part of Wallbox Rewards, a newly launched smart charging program that enables Wallbox users to earn incentives by contributing to grid flexibility through their home EV chargers.
The VPPs will aggregate energy capacity from thousands of residential chargers and connect to local energy programs that support the grid using Leap’s platform. By intelligently coordinating when chargers draw power, the VPP functions as a flexible, dispatchable resource that helps utilities manage demand peaks, balance the variability of renewable generation, and improve overall grid stability.
Once enrolled, participating users will allow their chargers to shift charging to times when electricity is cleaner, more affordable, and in lower demand. In return, they gain access to in-app charging insights, feature upgrades, and potential eligibility for performance-based financial incentives through Wallbox Rewards.
The program went live this month in California and New York, with expansion into additional U.S. markets, including Texas, expected later in 2025.
“Launching our first virtual power plants in California and New York marks a major step in scaling the role of EV chargers as flexible grid assets,” said Esteve Dolsa, General Manager North America at Wallbox. “Through our partnership with Leap, we’re connecting Wallbox chargers to energy markets in real time, turning distributed infrastructure into a reliable grid resource. Wallbox Rewards creates a seamless user experience, rewarding them for helping to support grid stability from home.”
Participants will be notified via the Wallbox app when their chargers are contributing to grid events. The more consistently chargers participate, the greater the opportunities for users to access rewards and new grid services as the program evolves.
“Virtual power plants are a critical tool for building a more reliable, affordable, and dynamic grid,” said Christie Dodge, Head of Partner Success at Leap. “EV chargers are uniquely well-suited to serve as flexible grid resources. Through this partnership with Wallbox, we’re unlocking the potential of thousands of residential chargers to support grid stability while delivering value back to everyday drivers.”
The Wallbox Rewards program is part of Wallbox’s broader commitment to build smart energy solutions that go beyond EV charging, helping accelerate the shift toward a more distributed, responsive energy ecosystem.
Wallbox | www.wallbox.com
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Intelligent power management company Eaton is adding a new clean energy project to drive carbon reduction at its operations in Wisconsin, advancing its commitment to achieve net zero operations by 2050. The joint project with We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, and Eaton will help strengthen energy security, deliver cost-effective power to the grid, and reduce Eaton’s carbon footprint at five locations in Wisconsin, where the company conducts research and makes electrical infrastructure for utility, data center, large commercial and industrial applications.
Once energized in early 2026, the 4-megawatt solar project located adjacent to Eaton’s Thomas A. Edison Technical Center is expected to meet 30% of the annual carbon reduction goals at five Eaton sites in Franksville, South Milwaukee, Menomonee Falls and two Waukesha facilities. Combined with previous energy efficiency upgrades, the initiative will support a 58% reduction in Eaton’s greenhouse gas emissions across the state since 2018.
“At Eaton, we’re tackling the energy transition from all angles — including right here in Wisconsin, where we produce the technologies essential to modernize the grid and support a cleaner, more resilient energy future,” said Guillaume Laur, senior vice president and general manager of Power Delivery and Regulation, Electrical Sector at Eaton. “Around the world, we’re leveraging the global megatrends of electrification and digitalization to unlock greater operational and environmental value from energy systems. This project marks another important milestone on our journey and there is much more to come.”
Under the agreement, We Energies will build, own and operate the system on Eaton’s behalf. Eaton will provide the land for construction and receive renewable energy credits for delivering clean energy to the local grid. Eaton is also contributing engineering expertise and essential technologies to the project, including electrical transformers produced at its Waukesha, Wisconsin manufacturing facility.
“We’re pleased to partner with Eaton to bring more renewable energy to Wisconsin,” said Mike Hooper — president, We Energies. “Our focus on reliable energy supports all of our customers and strengthens economic growth across the state.”
The Franksville solar project is an example of Eaton’s Everything as a Grid approach to the energy transition that is shaping a future where homeowners, communities and businesses can reduce the cost and environmental impact of energy through intelligent power management and on-site renewable energy production. The company has deployed multiple solar projects across its global operations since 2009, including a first-of-its-kind clean energy microgrid in Arecibo, Puerto Rico completed in 2024.
Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to protecting the environment and improving the quality of life for people everywhere. We make products for the data center, utility, industrial, commercial, machine building, residential, aerospace and mobility markets. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges and building a more sustainable society for people today and generations to come.
Eaton | www.eaton.com
Tigo Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: TYGO) (“Tigo” or “Company”), a leading provider of intelligent solar and energy software solutions, announced Inverter Power Output Control (IPOC), or the ability to easily limit the AC power output of Tigo inverters via software during the commissioning process. The ability to reduce the maximum AC power rating of an inverter, also referred to as inverter power derating, allows solar installers to set the AC power rating of an inverter during commissioning when precise system power targets are required for incentives, or to maintain system power rating when a legacy solar system is updated with a new inverter. According to Wood Mackenzie, more than one million residential solar systems in the U.S. are over 10 years old, and approximately 400,000 more will reach this age annually for the next five years. Accordingly, solar service companies have begun to focus on a rapidly expanding inverter replacement market, repowering solar systems that have long since passed their warranty periods and payback dates.
Building on a long-standing commitment to compatibility and an open solar technology ecosystem, Tigo IPOC allows installers even more flexibility when faced with AC output constraints on both new and legacy residential solar systems. With Tigo inverters, installers enjoy compatibility with a wide range of the installed base of power electronics, do not require installation of a battery storage system, and offer the option to further upgrade systems with energy optimization, module-level system monitoring, and rapid shutdown protection.
“For us to consistently improve and repower legacy residential systems, Tigo has given us a way to quickly customize the output power to keep our customers in compliance with the incentive programs that got them into solar in the first place,” said Nick Sherman, CEO at EnergyAid. “Through our EnergyAid Solar Services, we see that in many cases, the systems we service have suffered performance degradation and some have even quit producing energy altogether, but the homeowner has been in the proverbial green on the system for several years. Understanding this, the great majority of customers we work with are happy to make a relatively small secondary investment in their systems to keep the solar energy flowing, and with nameplate customization, Tigo helps us do that with ease.”
The self-guided IPOC feature empowers installers to configure maximum AC nameplate rating independently via the Tigo EI App during commissioning. The system’s advanced energy management capabilities and DC architecture eliminate round-trip power conversion losses for storage, module mismatch, shading, and clipping losses. The IPOC feature is clearly described in the corresponding Tigo product data sheet, along with a corresponding bezel sticker and an installer letter. This combination makes it straightforward to document AC power constraints for Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) and solar incentive program administrators, while also enabling homeowners to verify compliance in real estate transactions.
“While it may feel counterintuitive to make a technology product do less of what it is designed to do, the ability to quickly and easily derate Tigo inverters with the IPOC feature was an entirely market-driven development,” said JD Dillon, chief marketing and customer experience officer at Tigo Energy. “High-growth solar service companies like EnergyAid came to us with different use cases around constraining inverter AC output, and both were easily addressed by providing IPOC during commissioning. The repowering market has a long-standing analog in the automotive industry, because nobody expects an alternator or water pump to last forever, and the replacement parts and service market has become an industry unto itself.”
Tigo inverters provide high-efficiency energy conversion for both home consumption and grid export. Combined with Tigo TS4 MLPE products, they provide module-level optimization, monitoring, and rapid shutdown, enabling home energy backup when paired with a home energy storage system, such as the Tigo EI Battery. With Tigo IPOC, installation companies have the opportunity to greatly reduce inventory complexity, as small software adjustments reduce the need for carrying a wide array of inverter models.
To learn more about inverter AC power output control for repowering solar, permitting, or incentive programs, please visit the Tigo IPOC webpage here or register for the upcoming Solar Power World webinar on August 14, 2025, here. Tigo installers can start using the inverter AC power output control by downloading or updating the Tigo EI (Energy Intelligence) App from the Apple App Store or Google Play. For inquiries about product availability, please contact the Tigo team here.
Tigo Energy | www.tigoenergy.com
SolarBank Corporation (NASDAQ: SUUN) (Cboe CA: SUNN) (FSE: GY2) ("SolarBank" or the "Company"), a North American energy infrastructure developer and asset owner, is pleased to announce that it will be changing its name to "PowerBank Corporation" a step that reflects the Company's strategic focus, market opportunity and established position as a trusted provider of power and energy solutions that extend beyond just solar energy. The Company's stock symbols will remain unchanged.
The effective date for the name change is July 28, 2025 (the "Effective Date"). It is anticipated that the Company's common shares will commence trading under the new name, PowerBank Corporation. on the Effective Date. The new CUSIP number of the Company's common shares will be 73933V100 and the new ISIN will be CA73933V1004.
The name change does not involve a consolidation of the Company's share capital, and as such, shareholders will not be required to exchange their existing share certificates for new ones. The name change will not affect the Company's share structure, or the rights of the Company's shareholders and no action will be required to be taken by shareholders with respect to the name change. All currently outstanding share and warrant certificates will continue to be valid under the new name.
The name change was approved by the Company's shareholders at a special meeting on July 23, 2025 in accordance with the Company's Articles and the Business Corporations Act (Ontario).
On the Effective Date the Company's website will be: www.powerbankcorp.com.
PowerBank Corporation | www.powerbankcorp.com
Veolia, a leading integrated provider of environmental services in the U.S., announced that it has completed the acquisition of Chameleon Industries, a Texas-based producer of specialty chemicals. The company’s circular economy technology uses byproducts from the semiconductor manufacturing process in its proprietary applications, reduces waste and creates beneficial products for industry. The acquisition will expand Veolia’s leadership in providing innovative environmental solutions to advanced manufacturing and technology companies across North America.
Chameleon operates four production facilities in Texas, Oregon and Arizona that recover byproducts of semiconductor manufacturing for beneficial reuse. This company helps manufacturers reduce their environmental impact and improve efficiency. This focus aligns with Veolia’s Green Up strategic plan. The company is dedicated to safety, product quality, environmental compliance and product stewardship throughout its supply chain.
Bob Cappadona, President and Chief Executive Officer of Veolia North America’s Environmental Solutions and Services business said: “We are thrilled for Chameleon to join Veolia through this acquisition. As part of our Green Up strategy, adding this critical circular economy technology to our wide portfolio of environmental and infrastructure solutions helps expand our capabilities for customers and play an important role in the growth of America’s technology sector. The team at Chameleon is a great strategic and cultural fit for our growing business in North America.”
Jared Garza, Chief Executive Officer of Chameleon said: “By joining Veolia’s global network of chemical recovery and environmental service operations, Chameleon will be able to better serve our customers, grow our business for the long term and provide opportunities for our people. Veolia is already an established environmental leader in the microelectronics industry, and will allow us to bring our technology to a broader segment of the industry.”
In the United States, Veolia provides a full range of waste management services, from collection to transportation to recycling and disposal. With this acquisition, the group will now employ more than 2,300 people at over 200 locations across the country, providing safe, customized services for large manufacturers in fields such as technology, healthcare and pharmaceutical and petro and agriculture chemicals. The business is also a hub of innovation to support environmental sustainability, developing pioneering solutions for the recycling and repurposing of a wide range of materials including wind energy blades and industrial solvents.
Veolia | https://www.veolianorthamerica.com/
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