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CleanCapital, a leading independent power producer focused on distributed energy, is proud to announce the commercial operation of its newest solar project located on Elk Street in downtown Buffalo, New York. The 3.59 MW Elk Street solar project illustrates CleanCapital’s brownfield development expertise and the company’s ongoing commitment to distributed energy generation and the revitalization of underutilized land.
Situated just north of the Buffalo River on an 11-acre site formerly used as part of an ExxonMobil tank farm, the solar project transforms a capped and lined brownfield adjacent to a water treatment facility into a productive energy asset for the City of Buffalo. The project is projected to produce over 4,100 MWh annually and contribute meaningfully to New York’s long-term clean energy goals. The site will deliver affordable solar energy to local residents—including low- and moderate-income households—through the National Grid’s Expanded Solar for All (E-SFA) program.
The Elk Street Solar project is part of CleanCapital’s West Elk Fork (WEF) portfolio, joining two other New York-based projects—West Shore in West Park and Fork in the Road in Milan. All three projects provide renewable energy to National Grid customers, enhancing grid reliability, stabilizing energy pricing, and expanding access to community solar across New York.
“CleanCapital is excited to bring the Elk Street Solar project online and to continue our investment in distributed generation and brownfield development,” said Paul Curran, Chief Development Officer at CleanCapital. “This project exemplifies how solar energy can make a local impact for communities, support grid resiliency, and deliver real benefits to residents of Buffalo.”
The U.S. is in a race to scale energy sources to keep up with fast-growing energy demand. Due to the expansion of AI, data centers, and transportation electrification, energy demand will increase 2% annually and up to 50% by 2050. CleanCapital remains committed to bringing more clean megawatts on the grid, helping to meet energy demands and establish American energy dominance. To date, CleanCapital’s portfolio of operating and under-construction assets includes more than 350 projects totaling over 450 MW and spanning across 27 states and one U.S. territory.
CleanCapital | https://cleancapital.com/
WAGO has enhanced their Compact Controller 100, making it ideal for complex automation tasks where adaptability and precision are key. The new 751-9402 Controller features 8 digital inputs and 8 configurable digital channels that can function as either inputs or outputs. They are compliant with IEEE 2030.5, IEEE 1547, and SunSpec Modbus 700, allowing for dynamic I/O allocation based on application needs.
Along with the digital inputs, this controller also includes two configurable analog inputs as well as two more additional analog channels that can be configured as either inputs or outputs, all supporting current or voltage. It also features dual galvanically isolated RS-485 ports for seamless integration with energy meters and field devices using Modbus RTU. Programming is done via free CODESYS 3.5 software, supporting IEC 61131-3 languages and HTML5 visualizations through its built-in web server. The 751-9402 Compact Controller 100 is suited for distributed energy and microgrid systems, offering precision control and flexible deployment.
For more information go to https://www.wago.com/us/compact-controller-100#overview
WAGO | www.wago.us
Height Safety leader, Guardian, is pleased to announce that Chris Vinson has joined the company as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), effective October 20, 2025.
Chris brings over 13 years of sales and product experience in fall protection, with leadership roles at both WernerCo and Climbtech, where he has driven business growth, developed high-performing teams, and strengthened customer partnerships. Throughout his career, Chris has consistently demonstrated a results-driven approach, leading strategic initiatives, expanding market presence, and delivering measurable impact across sales and product management functions.
“Chris’ experience, energy, and vision make him a perfect fit for Guardian,” said Pedro Caceres, Chief Executive Officer for Guardian. “His addition reflects the incredible team we are building to accelerate the success of our strategy and brands, take our business to new heights, and deliver even greater value to our customers.”
Please join us in welcoming Chris to Guardian!
Guardian | https://guardianfall.com/
Cypress Creek Renewables, a leading developer, owner, and operator of solar and energy storage projects, announced the financial close of its Sundance Solar and Energy Storage hybrid project in Elbert County, Colorado. The project will feature 75MWac of solar capacity paired with a 50MW / 200MWh battery energy storage system.
Once operational, Sundance Solar and Energy Storage will deliver enough energy into the CORE Electric Cooperative system to power about 25,000 Colorado homes, contributing to the state's clean energy goals.
"Today's milestone underscores our long-term commitment to Colorado. Building on this success, we look forward to continuing to invest in and advance projects across the state – creating jobs, generating local tax revenue, and delivering reliable, affordable, and American-made energy to communities," said Sarah Slusser, CEO of Cypress Creek Renewables. "As we expand our presence, we remain committed to working closely with local leaders, community partners, and state officials to ensure future projects support economic growth and power the state's future."
"This hybrid solar and storage site is an integral part of our mission to improve lives and communities through choice and innovation," said Pam Feuerstein, CEO of CORE Electric Cooperative. "We're proud to partner on this project that will deliver local power to our members."
Construction mobilized in July of this year with McCarthy Building Companies serving as the EPC contractor. The project is expected to create up to 250 construction jobs and deliver more than $9.5M in property tax revenue over the project's anticipated 40-year operational life. Cypress Creek has established a community working group in Elbert County to guide the allocation of $300,000 in direct community investment, ensuring meaningful local impact.
MUFG Bank Ltd. (MUFG) served as coordinating lead arranger for approximately $190 million in construction financing, joined by BNP Paribas, DNB Bank ASA, and Santander. Fifth Third Bank is serving as the project's tax equity investor.
"This transaction highlights our continued commitment to financing high-quality clean energy projects that deliver lasting value," said Takaki Sakai, Managing Director at MUFG Bank. "We're pleased to support Cypress Creek on this hybrid solar and storage project in Colorado. Their proven execution and forward-looking pipeline align with our strategic focus on sustainable infrastructure and the transition to a more resilient energy future, and we look forward to continue expanding our wonderful partnership"
The Sundance Solar and Energy Storage project is expected to reach commercial operation by late 2026, delivering clean, reliable energy to Colorado for decades to come.
Cypress Creek Renewables | https://ccrenew.com/
CORE Electric Cooperative | www.core.coop
MUFG Americas | www.mufgamericas.com
Georgia Power announced that it has started construction on a new 200-megawatt (MW) battery energy storage system (BESS) in Twiggs County, southeast of Macon, Ga. The project was selected through competitive processes resulting from the 2023 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) Update and was approved for construction by the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) on Sept. 4, 2025. The Twiggs BESS is a company-owned project that is adjacent to the existing Twiggs County Solar facility.
The 200 MW system is designed to quickly dispatch stored energy over a four-hour period. BESS projects support the overall reliability and resilience of the electric system, while also enhancing the value of intermittent renewable generation resources, such as solar. Storage systems can improve the efficiency of renewable energy by storing excess energy produced during periods when the demand for electricity is lower, for use when the demand is higher, such as on cold winter mornings when solar is unavailable. These BESS facilities help to address power needs identified in the 2023 IRP Update in a cost-effective and strategic manner.
"At Georgia Power, our collaboration with the Georgia PSC and other stakeholders is key to making necessary investments for a reliable and resilient power grid," said Rick Anderson, senior vice president and senior production officer for Georgia Power. "With the construction of the 200 MW BESS in Twiggs County, we will be able to better serve our existing customers and support Georgia's growth. As we expand our energy mix to include more renewable sources, these batteries will play an invaluable role in helping to ensure reliability and flexibility, particularly when renewable sources are not available."
The Twiggs BESS, constructed by Crowder Industrial Construction, LLC, is projected for completion in 2027.
In addition to the Twiggs location, construction is underway on four BESS facilities, consisting of 765 MW in locations throughout the state with estimated completion dates in 2026. These projects, located in Bibb, Cherokee, Floyd, and Lowndes counties, were also approved in the 2023 IRP Update.
Additional BESS Resources Planned and Proposed
As a part of an All-Source Request for Proposals (RFP), Georgia Power is currently seeking approval from the Georgia PSC of 10 new BESS facilities with a total capacity of 3,022.5 MW and two new state-of-the-art solar systems paired with BESS totaling 350 MW. Site selection for the systems was based on deployment capabilities, including the opportunity to locate additional resources at existing company plant sites, other company-owned land, and sites near existing substations.
Georgia Power is also seeking bids for an additional 500 MW of Energy Storage Systems (ESS) with a storage discharge duration of a minimum of two-hours. The RFP, administered by independent evaluator Ascend Analytics on behalf of Georgia Power, will solicit:
The procurement target capacity is 500 MW with a preference to be online no later than 2031. Bids are due for qualified projects in early 2026.
Georgia Power | www.georgiapower.com
Sitetracker, the global leader in complete Asset Lifecycle Management for critical infrastructure, announced that TagEnergy, a fast-growing renewable energy producer, has selected Sitetracker to standardize operations and scale its portfolio across multiple markets. The move underscores TagEnergy’s commitment to delivering clean energy projects more efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of quality and transparency.
TagEnergy develops and operates wind, solar, and battery storage projects across Europe, Japan and Australia, and is on track to double its size in the next three to four years. To support this growth, the company required a modern, flexible platform to unify processes across departments and countries, eliminate reliance on spreadsheets, and provide real-time visibility into project performance.
By deploying Sitetracker, TagEnergy will:
“TagEnergy’s mission is to accelerate the energy transition through innovation and agility,” said Franck Woitiez, CEO of TagEnergy. “Sitetracker gives us the scalable platform we need to unify operations, improve coordination, and deliver projects faster. With greater visibility and automation, our teams can focus on building renewable capacity and achieving growth targets.”
Giuseppe Incitti, CEO of Sitetracker, added: “TagEnergy is driving ambitious growth in renewable energy at a critical time for Europe’s energy transition. We are proud to provide the operational foundation that will help them scale confidently, eliminate inefficiencies, and deliver clean energy projects with speed and precision.”
Together, Sitetracker and TagEnergy are setting a new standard for renewable energy operations, proving that the right digital foundation enables companies to grow faster while maintaining control and quality.
Sitetracker | https://www.sitetracker.com/
TagEnergy | www.tag-en.com
Oceantic Network announced Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston as a keynote speaker for its annual International Partnering Forum (IPF), taking place February 9-12, 2026, in New York City. Premier Houston will address attendees during the offshore energy conference’s Closing Plenary on Thursday, February 12, sharing Nova Scotia’s bold offshore energy vision and the province’s commitment to international collaboration.
Nova Scotia recently unveiled plans to auction 5 GW of offshore wind energy by 2030, with its first call for bids expected later this year. The province’s proximity to the U.S. East Coast and its deep maritime expertise position it as a natural partner for the American offshore energy supply chain—especially as the U.S. industry faces federal regulatory headwinds that threaten to stall progress.
“As the U.S. offshore wind industry navigates headwinds, international partnerships like those with Nova Scotia offer an important path forward,” said Liz Burdock, founder and CEO of Oceantic Network. “Premier Houston’s leadership and vision for offshore wind in Atlantic Canada are exactly the kind of momentum our industry needs right now. His keynote will underscore the power of cross-border collaboration to unlock new markets and strengthen our American supply chain.”
“Nova Scotia has some of the world’s most ideal conditions for offshore wind, offering an exciting opportunity to help meet growing energy demand in Nova Scotia and the U.S. I look forward to pitching our province at one of the preeminent offshore renewables' conferences in North America,” said Premier Tim Houston. “Our target of 5 GW by 2030 is ambitious, but achievable—and we know that strong partnerships with U.S. companies and stakeholders will be key to our success.”
Premier Houston’s remarks will emphasize the importance of a resilient and integrated North American offshore energy market, highlighting opportunities for Canadian and U.S. developers, suppliers, and workforce to support Nova Scotia’s energy goals.
2026 IPF-Energy at Sea will convene global leaders, developers, suppliers, and policymakers in New York City, expanding the conversation to include grid and transmission and the broad spectrum of ocean economy sectors, including tidal, wave, and floating solar energy technologies.
For more information about 2026 IPF, including registration details and sponsorship opportunities, visit the conference website. Hotel reservations can be made online.
Oceantic Network | https://oceantic.org/
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