Tor "SolarFred" Valenza
@torsolarfred.bsky.social
Tor Valenza, aka "@SolarFred" on X, is the founder of solar PR agency UnThink Solar and chief storyteller of Probably True Solar Stories, a very odd solar fiction podcast. Listen: www.probablytruesolar.com/ Get solar PR: www.unthinksolar.com
Abu Dhabi unveils solar-plus-storage self-supply policy #energysky -- via pv magazine global:
Abu Dhabi unveils solar-plus-storage self-supply policy
The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy has introduced a policy designed to support deployment of solar systems for self-consumption, with the first phase of the policy targeting the agricultural sector.
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February 15, 2026 at 12:06 AM
Abu Dhabi unveils solar-plus-storage self-supply policy #energysky -- via pv magazine global:
Michigan’s Data Center Bans Are Getting Longer #energysky -- via Heatmap News heatmap.news/plus/th...
February 14, 2026 at 11:22 PM
Michigan’s Data Center Bans Are Getting Longer #energysky -- via Heatmap News heatmap.news/plus/th...
The impact of agrivoltaics on potato farming #energysky -- via pv magazine global:
The impact of agrivoltaics on potato farming
New research from Italy has shown that agrivoltaic systems can reduce potato yield by up to 15% compared to full-light cropping. However, moderate early-season shading was found to delay soil-moisture depletion, extending biomass accumulation and improving water-use efficiency.
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February 14, 2026 at 10:39 PM
The impact of agrivoltaics on potato farming #energysky -- via pv magazine global:
EnergyAustralia reaches financial close on 250MWh BESS in South Australia #energysky -- via Energy Storage News:
EnergyAustralia reaches financial close on 250MWh BESS in South Australia
Major Australian energy generator-retailer EnergyAustralia has reached financial close on its 250MWh Hallett BESS in South Australia.
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February 14, 2026 at 9:34 PM
EnergyAustralia reaches financial close on 250MWh BESS in South Australia #energysky -- via Energy Storage News:
If we’re going to hold an inquiry into the life cycle of solar, why not coal and gas? #energysky -- via Renew Economy: reneweconomy.com.au/...
February 14, 2026 at 9:13 PM
If we’re going to hold an inquiry into the life cycle of solar, why not coal and gas? #energysky -- via Renew Economy: reneweconomy.com.au/...
Hithium completes open-door fire test of 6.25 MWh battery system #energysky -- via pv magazine global:
Hithium completes open-door fire test of 6.25 MWh battery system
Hithium has released results from a large-scale fire safety test of its 6.25 MWh “∞Power” battery energy storage system, with an open-door configuration supervised by UL Solutions to assess thermal runaway risk in 1175 Ah cells under maximum oxygen conditions.
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February 14, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Hithium completes open-door fire test of 6.25 MWh battery system #energysky -- via pv magazine global:
Washington Wants Data Centers to Bring Their Own Clean Energy #energysky -- via Heatmap News heatmap.news/plus/th...
February 14, 2026 at 7:51 PM
Washington Wants Data Centers to Bring Their Own Clean Energy #energysky -- via Heatmap News heatmap.news/plus/th...
Voltage Energy Announces Planned Global Headquarters in Roxboro, North Carolina #energysky -- via pv magazine global:
Voltage Energy Announces Planned Global Headquarters in Roxboro, North Carolina
The 72-acre site has been upgraded with a manufacturing space over 246,000 square feet in size, which will produce the company’s solutions for the solar and clean energy industries.
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February 14, 2026 at 7:13 PM
Voltage Energy Announces Planned Global Headquarters in Roxboro, North Carolina #energysky -- via pv magazine global:
TotalEnergies signs 1 GW of solar PPAs for Google’s Texas data centers #energysky -- via pv magazine global:
TotalEnergies signs 1 GW of solar PPAs for Google’s Texas data centers
The two 15-year power purchase agreements cover a 805 MW and a 195 MW solar project, set for construction this year, that will power data centers in Texas belonging to Google.
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February 14, 2026 at 5:55 PM
TotalEnergies signs 1 GW of solar PPAs for Google’s Texas data centers #energysky -- via pv magazine global:
Half of the Missing Tax Rules Are Out #energysky -- via Heatmap News heatmap.news/energy/...
February 14, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Half of the Missing Tax Rules Are Out #energysky -- via Heatmap News heatmap.news/energy/...
The business case for C&I storage #energysky -- via pv magazine global:
The business case for C&I storage
European businesses installed roughly 20 GW of commercial and industrial (C&I) solar in 2024, but only around 1 GW/2 GWh of C&I battery storage. The gap is striking. Both technologies promise lower energy bills, improved resilience, and decarbonization, but batteries are yet to achieve the same commercial traction that solar enjoys. LCP Delta’s Dina Darshini asks why the gap persists.
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February 14, 2026 at 4:36 PM
The business case for C&I storage #energysky -- via pv magazine global:
EU invests €3 billion in decarbonization of buildings, road transport #energysky -- via pv magazine global:
EU invests €3 billion in decarbonization of buildings, road transport
The ETS2 Frontloading Facility will provide €3 billion ($3.5 billion) to sectors set to be covered by the EU’s new emissions trading system. It will support low- and middle-income households with the deployment of heat pumps and electric vehicles.
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February 14, 2026 at 3:18 PM
EU invests €3 billion in decarbonization of buildings, road transport #energysky -- via pv magazine global:
CleanCo opens 500MWh Tesla Megapack BESS in Queensland, Australia #energysky -- via Energy Storage News:
CleanCo opens 500MWh Tesla Megapack BESS in Queensland, Australia
CleanCo Queensland has officially opened the Swanbank BESS, a 250MW/500MWh facility in Ipswich, Australia.
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February 14, 2026 at 2:15 PM
CleanCo opens 500MWh Tesla Megapack BESS in Queensland, Australia #energysky -- via Energy Storage News:
Australian state awards 12 GWh of long-duration storage contracts #energysky -- via pv magazine global: www.pv-magazine.com/...
February 14, 2026 at 1:13 PM
Australian state awards 12 GWh of long-duration storage contracts #energysky -- via pv magazine global: www.pv-magazine.com/...
United Solar begins production at Omani polysilicon factory #energysky -- via pv magazine global:
United Solar begins production at Omani polysilicon factory
The factory is located in Oman’s Sohar Freezone and will be capable of supporting the production of up to 40 GW of solar modules annually once at full capacity.
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February 14, 2026 at 3:55 AM
United Solar begins production at Omani polysilicon factory #energysky -- via pv magazine global:
A New Bipartisan Geothermal Bill Is About to Heat Up the House #energysky -- via Heatmap News heatmap.news/politic...
February 14, 2026 at 3:27 AM
A New Bipartisan Geothermal Bill Is About to Heat Up the House #energysky -- via Heatmap News heatmap.news/politic...
‘The cost declines in lithium-ion tech provide very attractive pricing’: ASL on NSW’s recent 12GWh LDES tender #energysky -- via Energy Storage News:
‘The cost declines in lithium-ion tech provide very attractive pricing’: ASL on NSW's recent 12GWh LDES tender
Thimo Mueller of ASL discusses the recent 12GWh LDES tender in New South Wales, Australia, with ESN Premium.
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February 14, 2026 at 2:49 AM
‘The cost declines in lithium-ion tech provide very attractive pricing’: ASL on NSW’s recent 12GWh LDES tender #energysky -- via Energy Storage News:
“Well done, Angus:” Liberals elect “failed” former energy minister to lead party #energysky -- via Renew Economy: reneweconomy.com.au/...
February 14, 2026 at 2:16 AM
“Well done, Angus:” Liberals elect “failed” former energy minister to lead party #energysky -- via Renew Economy: reneweconomy.com.au/...
US solar market positioned for continued growth in 2026 #energysky -- via pv magazine global: www.pv-magazine.com/...
February 14, 2026 at 1:42 AM
US solar market positioned for continued growth in 2026 #energysky -- via pv magazine global: www.pv-magazine.com/...
Inox Clean Energy, RJ Corp acquire Skypower Services, targeting 570MW of African solar PV capacity #energysky -- via pv-tech:
Inox Clean Energy, RJ Corp acquire Skypower Services, targeting 570MW of African solar PV capacity
Inox Clean Energy has partnered with integrated renewable energy platform RJ Corp to expand into Africa’s renewable energy markets.
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February 14, 2026 at 1:12 AM
Inox Clean Energy, RJ Corp acquire Skypower Services, targeting 570MW of African solar PV capacity #energysky -- via pv-tech:
Hanwha and Morrison’s Chrysalis partner for 3.5GW of solar and storage in North America #energysky -- via Energy Storage News:
Hanwha and Morrison’s Chrysalis partner for 3.5GW of solar and storage in North America
A US$30 billion infrastructure giant has just backed a partnership to bring 3.5GW of solar and energy storage to North America.
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February 14, 2026 at 12:40 AM
Hanwha and Morrison’s Chrysalis partner for 3.5GW of solar and storage in North America #energysky -- via Energy Storage News:
India’s 2026-27 budget backs solar supply chain growth, but execution remains key #energysky -- via pv-tech:
India’s 2026-27 budget backs solar supply chain growth, but execution remains key
PV Talk: IEEFA's Charith Konda says India’s 2026-27 budget aims to 'establish a stronger supply chain' in Indian solar.
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February 14, 2026 at 12:12 AM
India’s 2026-27 budget backs solar supply chain growth, but execution remains key #energysky -- via pv-tech:
The Hydrogen Stream: Verna completes first two hydrogen pilot wells in Canada #energysky -- via pv magazine global:
The Hydrogen Stream: Verna completes first two hydrogen pilot wells in Canada
Vema Hydrogen has completed two pilot hydrogen wells in Quebec, Canada, while Advait Greenergy and InSolare Energy are moving forward on hydrogen projects spanning exploration, electrolyzers, research, and integrated production.
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February 13, 2026 at 11:38 PM
The Hydrogen Stream: Verna completes first two hydrogen pilot wells in Canada #energysky -- via pv magazine global:
New five-hour battery reaches financial close, next to existing gas generator in renewable hot-spot #energysky -- via Renew Economy: reneweconomy.com.au/...
February 13, 2026 at 10:57 PM
New five-hour battery reaches financial close, next to existing gas generator in renewable hot-spot #energysky -- via Renew Economy: reneweconomy.com.au/...
Heat pump sales dipped in 2025. They still beat gas furnaces. #energysky -- via Canary Media:
Heat pump sales dipped in 2025. They still beat gas furnaces.
Yet again, heat pumps were the most-shipped heating appliance in the U.S. And experts say the factors behind last year’s sales slide are temporary.
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February 13, 2026 at 10:51 PM
Heat pump sales dipped in 2025. They still beat gas furnaces. #energysky -- via Canary Media: