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The “Solar in the Southeast” report illuminates data, trends, and industry leaders and laggards throughout the region, which includes Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.

On Thursday, June 25, at 1 PM ET, SACE Clean Energy and Equity Director, Stacey Washington; SACE Energy Analyst, Anne Morrison; SACE Research Director, Maggie Shober; and SACE Executive Director, Dr. Stephen A. Smith, will discuss report highlights, including: 

• Solar growth continued in the Southeast, reaching a cumulative 30 gigawatts (GW) in 2025 as the region is projected to nearly double its amount of solar by 2030. 
• Florida remains the state with the most installed solar capacity in the region, with over 15 GW installed in 2025. 
• Solar continues to be cost-competitive as costs associated with fossil fuel infrastructure trend upward and are passed directly on to customers.
• With utilities across the region forecasting significant demand increase, each utility resource plan is an opportunity to add more solar and battery storage to the grid.

There will be time for Q&As following the report presentation. For those who are unable to tune into the live webinar, a recording, along with the report and a summary article, will be sent to all registrants. The webinar on June 25 is an ideal opportunity to hear more about this year's highlights and the forecasted trends for the next four years, plus ask any clarifying questions. 

Webinar: "Solar in the Southeast" Ninth Edition Report
Thursday, June 25 | 1 - 2 PM ET
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Background: Since 2018, SACE’s “Solar in the Southeast” reports have shed light on the critical role that utilities, policymakers, and customers play in the growing solar market in the Southeast. As a regional organization, SACE tracks and compiles information from electric utility integrated resource plans (IRPs) that Southeastern utilities file with state-level regulators. These resource plans, along with data on currently operating utility-scale and rooftop solar, are used to produce near-term forecasts for total installed capacity of solar power (in megawatts, MW) for the entire region out to 2030.

In the "Solar in the Southeast" Ninth Edition report, SACE once again offers detailed analysis and information on solar trends at the regional, state, and utility levels at a pivotal moment in our region's energy future. 

Southern Alliance for Clean Energy | www.cleanenergy.org

Volt Carbon Technologies Inc. (TSXV: VCT) (OTCQB: TORVF) (BE: WNF) ("VCT", "Volt" or "Volt Carbon") and Charge CCCV LLC ("C4V") are pleased to provide an update on their strategic relationship, originally announced on November 17, 2023 and subsequently expanded through collaborative development activities and the Memorandum of Understanding announced on March 24, 2025.

Building upon the successful battery and graphite validation results announced on February 4, 2025, a second round of lithium metal coin cell testing utilizing Volt Carbon's proprietary electrolyte and C4V's proprietary Bio-Mineralized Lithium Mixed Metals Phosphate ("BMLMP") cathode technology has surpassed 850 charge-discharge cycles, representing an approximately 30% improvement in demonstrated cycle life over the previously announced results exceeding 650 cycles.

Dr. Shailesh Upreti, Founder and CEO of Charge CCCV LLC, stated: "Our relationship with Volt Carbon has continued to advance since the initial strategic agreement announced in 2023. The latest lithium metal battery results demonstrate continued progress with Volt Carbon's electrolyte technology and our proprietary BMLMP cathode platform. At the same time, ongoing graphite qualification activities and the upcoming evaluation of Volt Carbon's low-temperature electrolyte represent important next steps in our shared objective of advancing innovative battery technologies and strengthening North American battery supply chains."

Fig. 1. BMLMP lithium metal coin cell utilizing Solid UltraBattery electrolyte; C/4 charge rate and C/2 discharge rate, demonstrating stable cycling performance beyond 850 cycles. Note: Test results have not been independently verified.
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In parallel with the battery program, Volt Carbon is preparing additional shipments of its high-crystallinity graphite material for continued qualification under C4V's Green Anode initiative. The program is intended to evaluate Volt Carbon's dry-separated graphite as part of a secure and sustainable North American battery materials supply chain. In addition, Volt Carbon will participate in C4V's Digital DNA (DDNA) program, leveraging C4V's rapid data access and performance benchmarking platform to generate comprehensive electrochemical performance data, accelerate material validation, and provide pathway for commercialization.

Volt Carbon is also preparing a batch of its proprietary low-temperature electrolyte for shipment to C4V for the next phase of lithium metal battery testing utilizing C4V's proprietary BMLMP cathode to take place in Binghamton.

The next phase of development is expected to include low-temperature battery testing and progression toward pouch cell validation, consistent with the objectives outlined in the companies' March 2025 Memorandum of Understanding. The collaborative development program is focused on advancing next-generation lithium metal batteries through continued cycle-life validation, low-temperature performance testing, and larger-format cell development.

The collaboration between Volt Carbon and C4V now encompasses two strategic development pathways:

• Advancement of a North American battery materials supply chain through qualification of Volt Carbon's graphite within C4V's Green Anode platform, coupled with accelerated material evaluation and performance benchmarking through C4V's Digital DNA (DDNA) program.

• Development of next-generation low-temperature lithium metal batteries utilizing Volt Carbon electrolyte technologies and C4V's proprietary BMLMP cathode chemistry, consistent with the development objectives previously established under the companies' March 2025 MOU, including battery systems approaching 300 Wh/kg.

V-Bond Lee, President and CEO stated: "Exceeding 850 cycles marks another important milestone in our collaboration with C4V. We are now advancing toward pouch cell testing using C4V's proprietary BMLMP cathode technology. Moving from coin cells to larger-format cells brings us closer to evaluating the technology under practical operating conditions where cycle life, energy density, safety, and low-temperature performance are critical."

Volt Carbon Technologies | www.voltcarbontech.com

The SQUID system designed by Encomara and manufactured by Aurora Energy Services (AES) which will fundamentally improve how floating offshore wind turbines (FOWTs) are installed, has received product design assessment (PDA) from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS). The PDA marks the next stage of international certification following approval in principle (AIP) granted last November for Squid, developed by the Aberdeen-based floating wind deployment systems and subsea engineering specialist.

The company’s pioneering connection solution integrates pre-installed mooring lines and electrical connections into a single subsea unit. Where conventional installation requires multiple vessels and sequential operations spread across unpredictable weather windows, the patented technology allows rapid pre-installation of all subsea infrastructure, enabling FOWTS to be installed more efficiently and safely with ‘plug & play’ simplicity. 

Modelling studies, supported by Scottish Enterprise and key developers, estimate that Squid could half the installation time, when compared to traditional methods. This faster assembly, combined with the benefits of increased weather windows and ‘tow to port’ maintenance strategies, means Squid can save developers £1 billion per gigawatt.

ABS completed a detailed review of the Squid system against class and industry requirements for floating offshore wind applications. The PDA follows Squid’s AIP certification received just seven months ago and represents the next step in the qualification pathway towards Technology Readiness Level assessment and commercial adoption. A series of onshore demonstrations are scheduled for July at the Aurora Energy Services (AES) facility in Huntly, followed by inshore wet testing and customer demonstrations at Ardersier, in August.

Encomara was founded in 2023 by four industry stalwarts including the original patent holder Malcolm Bowie, each with more than 30 years’ energy sector experience and was subsequently  acquired by AES, one of the UK's fastest growing renewable energy services businesses, in 2025.

Encomara’s managing director Ian Donald, who has previous experience in the commercialisation of new patented technologies in the energy sector, said: "The Squid system allows pre-installation of moorings and cables followed by rapid hook up of the FOWT , thus reducing risk and potentially doubling the number of turbines that can be installed in a typical season , which tackles a key constraint in GW scale floating wind farm completion. We are drawing on our collective North Sea marine and engineering experience and applying it directly to one of the most pressing challenges in energy transition.  To reach this milestone is a testament to the team at Encomara and Aurora Energy Services.

"Moving into live testing is the next significant step. We developed this technology in Scotland, and we are building and qualifying it in Scotland. The ambition is for it to be operating in floating wind projects across the world."

Rob Langford, ABS Vice President for Global Offshore Renewables, added: "Some of the most practical solutions for floating wind will come from what has been proven to work in the traditional offshore sectors and adapting it to the unique risk profile of offshore wind. ABS is proud to support Encomara in bringing that approach to this sector, and this assessment reflects the technical depth behind it."

Squid is supported by Scottish Enterprise and the Offshore Wind Growth Partnership and patents are secured across Europe, Asia and Australia. AES’ Huntly facility has been identified as a potential site for high-volume manufacturing as the technology scales towards commercial deployment.

Encomara | https://encomara.com/

Verogy, a West Hartford, Connecticut-based distributed energy developer committed to delivering innovative, best-in-class energy solutions, announced that construction is underway on solar energy installations at four municipal landfill sites in the towns of Mansfield, Morris, Somers, and Suffield, CT. The projects (details below), all participating in Connecticut's Non-Residential Renewable Energy Solutions (NRES) program, represent a growing model for transforming closed landfills into productive clean energy assets that benefit host communities.

Connecticut’s NRES program compensates non-residential solar project owners for the clean power their systems deliver to the grid. Under NRES, projects sited on capped landfills and brownfields receive a 20 percent bid price preference in the state's procurement process, making landfill sites an attractive development opportunity for municipalities and developers alike. According to the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), 14 projects totaling more than 17 megawatts of power have been sited on landfills under the NRES program to date.

For the host municipalities, the arrangement is straightforward: towns receive rental income, increased tax revenues, and local job creation, with no ongoing operational responsibilities. Verogy handles all development and construction of these projects. 

"Every one of these projects tells a similar story: land that once represented a challenge for a community is now generating renewable energy and delivering lasting economic benefits to residents,” said Will Herchel, CEO of Verogy. “Connecticut is showing the rest of the country how to think creatively about clean energy development, and Verogy is proud to be part of that effort."

The Mansfield, Morris, Somers, and Suffield installations are the latest chapter in Verogy's growing landfill solar portfolio. When complete, the four projects will bring the company's total completed landfill installations in the state of Connecticut to seven, reinforcing Verogy's position as one of the region's most experienced developers of solar energy on landfill sites.

The four projects are also helping to advance Connecticut's statutory mandate for a 100 percent zero-carbon electric sector by 2040. By generating renewable energy on land that would otherwise sit dormant following landfill closure, the installations address both clean energy production and land reclamation goals simultaneously. 

“Combined, the four landfill installations are projected to offset approximately 3,145 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions per year, the equivalent of removing 734 cars from the road annually,” added Herchel. “We’re pleased to work with municipal leaders across Connecticut in the fight against climate change."

Project details:

Mansfield, CT

System Size:  2,337.3 kW DC

Production: 3,212,947 kWh/year – enough to power 297 average homes for a year.

Morris, CT

System Size:  1,012.86 kW DC

Production: 1,449,399 kWh/year – enough to power 134 average homes for a year.

Somers, CT

System Size:  1,167.84 kW DC

Production: 1,660,277 kWh/year – enough to power 153 average homes for a year.

Suffield, CT

System Size:  1,300.14 kW DC

Production: 1,669,342 kWh/year – enough to power 154 average homes for a year.

Verogy | www.verogy.com

Alluvial Power announced Boot Hill Solar, a 150 MW (AC) solar project in Ford County, Kan., commenced commercial operation. Boot Hill Solar’s output will be delivered to Sunflower Electric Power Corporation, a Kansas not-for-profit electric generation and transmission utility serving seven member utilities in central and western Kansas, under a long-term power purchase agreement.

"We're really pleased to see Boot Hill Solar reach this important milestone," said Brian Kirk, Partner at Alluvial Power. "Sunflower has been a great partner throughout this process, and we're excited to contribute to Kansas's growing clean energy portfolio."

“Reaching commercial operation is a major step forward for this project and for the Sunflower system,” said Corey Linville, Sunflower Senior Vice President and Chief Operations Officer of Generation and Power Supply. “We appreciate the collaboration of Ford County, Victory Electric Cooperative, and the many partners who helped Alluvial and Sunflower advance the Boot Hill Solar project to completion.”

Boot Hill Solar is expected to generate nearly 400,000 megawatt-hours of energy annually, which represents roughly 9% of Sunflower’s current system energy needs. In addition to enhancing reliability in the Dodge City area, the project provides valuable on-peak energy and capacity during the hottest days of the year. It complements Sunflower’s diverse generation portfolio while helping maintain stable wholesale electric rates.

MUFG Bank, Ltd. served as the lead arranger for the construction and term debt facilities and RBC Community Investments provided tax equity financing for Boot Hill Solar.

Alluvial Power | alluvialpower.com

PowerBank Corporation (NASDAQ: PBK) (Cboe CA: PBK) (FSE: 103) ("PowerBank" or the "Company"), a leader in independent energy development and asset ownership in North America, announced that the project owner has executed the Standard Small Generator Interconnection and Operating Agreement (SSGIA) for the 3.15 MW DC Petpeswick ground-mounted community solar project in Halifax, Nova Scotia (the "Project"). The Project has also secured municipal permits and will now advance to environmental permitting. The Project is expected to power the equivalent of approximately 288 homes annually and generate roughly $1.727 million in lifetime electricity savings for the local community.

A Standard Small Generator Interconnection and Operating Agreement (SSGIA) is the formal contract that lets a smaller power project connect to and operate on the electricity grid. It sets the technical and safety rules for the physical connection and spells out who pays for any grid upgrades. For the Petpeswick project, signing it is a key milestone, confirming a clear, approved path to deliver solar power to the Nova Scotia grid before construction can begin.

Given the successful completion of the SSGIA and the receipt of necessary permits from the municipality, PowerBank will now be proceeding to environmental permitting. PowerBank targets commencement of ground preparation in the Fall of 2026 for the Petpeswick project, subject to final permitting and financing. Find details on PowerBank's progress on three community solar projects in Nova Scotia here.

The Project is owned by AI Renewable Flow-through Fund and PowerBank is the lead developer for the Project. PowerBank has partnered with local Nova Scotia's trusted engineering firm, Trimac Engineering, to deliver the Projects. PowerBank has been at the forefront of community solar development in the United States with over 50 MW of community solar projects completed and is proud to be deploying its expertise in Canada as the community solar market develops there.

Over the lifetime of the Project, it is expected to generate approximately $1.727 Million in electricity savings for the local community in Halifax, Nova Scotia. These savings come with additional benefits including local job creation, economic activity, and emissions reductions.

Community Solar is a cornerstone of Nova Scotia's bold commitment to achieve 80% renewable energy by 2030 and net-zero by 2035.

Unlike traditional rooftop systems, community solar allows renters, businesses, and homeowners to subscribe to the solar farm and receive bill credits and savings of $0.02/kWh—without installing any equipment. Project feeds directly into the local electricity grid and offers a flexible, accessible way for Nova Scotians to participate in the clean energy transition. As one of only four community solar contracts awarded under the program so far, the Petpeswick project contributes approximately 3.15 MW DC to the 100 MW AC of planned solar additions that will help reduce fossil fuel reliance and drive local economic development.

The Project leverages PowerBank's proven execution capabilities and strategic partnerships. With over 100 MW of projects built and a 1+ GW development pipeline, PowerBank brings institutional-grade development expertise to Atlantic Canada. The Project's clear timeline ensures near-term EPC revenue generation, and positions PowerBank to obtain additional development contracts in the high-growth community solar market. All MW numbers presented as MW DC unless otherwise specified.

PowerBank | www.powerbankcorp.com

The Maryland Clean Energy Center (MCEC) is pleased to announce the deployment of approximately $2.7 million in revolving capital through the Maryland Strategic Revolving Fund (SRF). This milestone, achieved across three funding draws, will advance rooftop solar and battery storage installations at 25 affordable housing properties throughout the state. The initiative will ensure long-term energy savings and resilience for 2,422 households. 

Established as a partnership between MCEC and the Maryland Energy Administration (MEA), the SRF was created to bridge a critical financing gap. Solar and storage projects at affordable multifamily housing often stall because of early-stage costs—such as engineering, procurement, and interconnection—arise long before permanent financing is secured. To solve this, the SRF provides a $4.5 million revolving line of credit to Enterprise Community Development, allowing these high-impact projects to move forward without delay. 

The SRF capital, utilized by Enterprise Community Development, filled a gap in the capital stack to meet the "safe harbor" requirement for 20 projects ahead of the December 31, 2025, federal deadline. This strategic move leveraged an estimated $4.9 million in tax-credit value and unlocked essential bridge financing.  

“The success of these initial draws demonstrates the essential role of revolving capital in the clean energy transition,” said Kathy Magruder, Executive Director for the Maryland Clean Energy Center. “By providing the working capital needed to bridge the gap between design and construction, we are ensuring that the benefits of solar and storage reach the communities that need them most while securing millions in federal incentives that would otherwise be lost.” 

The first three draws of the SRF have delivered immediate results across six Maryland jurisdictions, including Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Baltimore City, Harford, Howard, and Prince George’s counties: 

• Clean Energy Capacity: Advanced approximately 2.72 MW of rooftop solar capacity 
• Annual Generation: Estimated annual production of 3,267 MWh of clean energy 
• Household Benefits: Supporting a portfolio that serves 2,422 affordable housing units, with a target of 20% energy savings for low-income residents 
• Grid Resilience: Funding includes Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and solar carports at select locations to provide backup power and increased capacity 

The SRF operates on a self-sustaining model. As projects reach completion and repay the line of credit, the capital is recycled back into the fund to finance new clean energy deployments. This ensures that the original $5 million investment from the Strategic Energy Investment Fund (SEIF) will continue to multiply its impact through the program term ending in 2030. 

“The Maryland Energy Administration is proud to partner with the Maryland Clean Energy Center to keep investment flowing into clean energy sources like solar,” said Maryland Energy Administration Director Kelly Speakes-Backman. “We know renewables are the most available and affordable energy source in today’s market,” and that Maryland communities are more resilient and affordable because of these awards to deploy clean, local power quickly.”

Maryland Clean Energy Center | https://www.mdcleanenergy.org/