Here’s how Texas has emerged as the nation’s leader for solar manufacturing
Not long ago, American-made solar panels were a punch line. China made the panels; we bought them. That story is over. In just four years, the U.S. has engineered one of the most dramatic industrial reversals in modern memory. Domestic solar module manufacturing capacity has grown more than 750%, from roughly 8 gigawatts before 2022’s federal manufacturing […]
Texas transmission policy sharpens US competition fight
Electric utilities in other states are asking federal regulators to allow monopoly control over projects, while some critics want Texas to have more competitive bidding. Calls are growing for Texas to end monopoly dominance over major electric transmission projects — just as other regions hope to follow its approach and reduce competition. The Lone Star […]
Utility companies want to pay you to generate power for the electrical grid
Some states offer homeowners the option of generating their own power and sending what they don’t use back to the grid. Other states are preparing to. HOUSTON — Jeff and Jenny Wright haven’t paid an electric bill for their Houston home in more than a year. Instead, the couple sells their unused power back to […]
Texas leads nation in solar power installation, report finds
The industry has continued to expand, as the state sees increased energy demand from data centers and population growth. Texas installed more solar power than any other state last year, according to a recent report from the Solar Energy Industries Association, a national trade group. “I think we’re just in an environment where you’ll just […]
Despite Political Rhetoric, Conservative Support for Solar Is Solidifying. Here’s Why.
The energy debate in Washington is loud and partisan. Despite the anti-clean energy rhetoric coming from this administration, conservative voters are telling a much different story. They support expanding solar because it lowers costs, strengthens American manufacturing, and delivers energy security. A recent poll from Fabrizio, Lee & Associates, chief pollster for President Trump, found […]
How Renewables and Batteries Saved the Texas Grid in 2025
By: Matt Welch By many measures, the Texas electricity grid was put to the test in 2025. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) reported near-record power demand, with electricity use in the first three quarters of 2025 up about 5 percent from the prior year – the fastest growth of any U.S. grid. Since 2023, wind, […]
America’s solar manufacturing belongs in Texas, not China
By: Matt Welch In Texas, we pride ourselves on being builders of the American economy. We build more, build bigger and build faster than almost every other state. Affordable energy is foundational to that advantage. That track record of innovation and know-how is why Texas should take the lead in reviving an American-made solar industry — […]
Preserving Hydrogen Hubs: A Strategic Investment in American Energy Dominance
By: Matt Welch The Trump administration’s decision to grant Texas primacy over Class VI carbon storage wells is excellent news for the future of energy in the state. It’s also an opportunity to increase investment in the state’s vast natural gas resources by developing a much-needed hydrogen market in the Gulf Coast region. The Environmental Protection Agency’s […]
Data centers are moving closer to energy sources, including the Permian
By Mella McEwen,Oil Editor Energy infrastructure is increasingly drawing investors’ attention. According to the analytics firm Noreva, dealmaking in the power and utilities sector surged to $77.7 billion over the last year, up 79% from 2023. That’s even as higher rates and constrained capital reshape valuations. The big trend of the last year or two has […]
Sage Geosystems – Pioneering Pressure Geothermal with oil and gas expertise
With an extensive oil and gas background, Sage Geosystems seeks to accelerate geothermal deployment in more sites with their Pressure Geothermal technology. The oil and gas industry has plenty to offer the geothermal industry – established technologies, supply chains, subsurface knowledge, and a large and highly experienced workforce. But how can this pivot be done […]
