SUBSCRIBE
PROFILE

United States: Altus Power Acquires 2.8 MW of Solar Capacity from Emeren Group

Altus Power has acquired a 2.8 MW solar project in the United States from Emeren Group, marking a key milestone for renewable energy and the expansion of community solar infrastructure.

Share:

Gain full professional access to energynews.pro from 4.90€/month.
Designed for decision-makers, with no long-term commitment.

Over 30,000 articles published since 2021.
150 new market analyses every week to decode global energy trends.

Monthly Digital PRO PASS

Immediate Access
4.90€/month*

No commitment – cancel anytime, activation in 2 minutes.

START NOW — 4.90€/month

*Special launch offer: 1st month at the indicated price, then 14.90 €/month, no long-term commitment.

Annual Digital PRO Pass

Full Annual Access
99€/year*

To access all of energynews.pro without any limits

SUBSCRIBE — 99€/year

*Introductory annual price for year one, automatically renewed at 149.00 €/year from the second year.

Sign up for free to unlock this article

Emeren Group Ltd announced the sale of a 2.8 MW solar project located in the state of Maine, United States, to Altus Power, Inc. This project is part of ongoing efforts to expand renewable energy infrastructure and meet the growing demand for clean energy in the region.

The transaction allows Altus Power to assume long-term management of this operational site. This acquisition represents a strategic opportunity to strengthen community solar production and align local initiatives with national renewable energy goals.

An Expanding Market

The solar sector continues to grow rapidly in the United States, driven by significant investments and government initiatives promoting renewable energy. Policies like those implemented in states such as Maine are contributing to the momentum of the energy transition.

Altus Power, a key player in the sector, expands its portfolio of quality solar assets with this acquisition. The project will help provide clean, affordable energy to local subscribers while supporting commitments to reducing carbon emissions.

A Forward-Looking Transaction

With the sale of this asset, Emeren Group finalizes its solar pipeline in Maine. The company, specializing in the development and operation of solar projects, aims to redirect resources toward other strategic initiatives across the United States.

This type of transaction illustrates a strong trend in the energy sector: collaborations between developers and operators that optimize project implementation and accelerate the shift toward a sustainable energy model.

  • Popular on energynews.pro
Orazul Energy launches cash tender offer for its 2027 notes
Westinghouse and EDF reactors deemed viable for Slovenia’s JEK2 nuclear project
IAEA urges Iran to resume nuclear inspections as time runs out
AGCO signs 10-year deal with BRUC for solar supply in Europe
Two sanctioned Russian LNG carriers deliver to China despite restrictions
First half of 2025 dominated by solar despite Washington policy pushback
Solar and storage accounted for 82% of new U.S. power capacity in early 2025, despite federal measures slowing their expansion.
Statkraft France secures new 15.5 MWc solar contract in Marne
Statkraft France won a 15.5 MWc solar project in Mourmelon-le-Grand during the latest national tender round, bringing its total awarded capacity to nearly 70 MWc in less than a year.
Hungary and Poland accelerate solar and battery growth in Central Europe
Solar growth in Central Europe has doubled that of the European Union since 2019, reshaping the energy mix and boosting battery manufacturing in the region.
Cordelio Power commissions 150 MW solar plant in Missouri
Canadian energy producer Cordelio Power has completed commissioning of its Winfield solar project, a 150 MW facility backed by a 15-year contract with Microsoft and a $313mn structured financing deal.
Anza secures over 2 GW of solar modules in 2025 amid new tax constraints
Platform Anza surpassed its 2024 volume in just eight months, responding to developers’ urgency to secure projects ahead of regulatory and fiscal changes expected in 2026.
Innergex secures 85 MW in France with six agrivoltaic solar projects
Canadian developer Innergex has won all six projects of the Grenier des Essences portfolio for a total of 85 MW, strengthening its position in France’s ground-mounted solar sector.
Canadian Solar launches low-carbon modules reaching 285 kg CO₂eq/kW
Canadian Solar unveils its new low-carbon solar modules integrating heterojunction cells and thinner wafers, achieving up to 24.4% efficiency and a peak power output of 660 Wp.
Elmya and Atlantica partner to develop 4 GW of energy projects in the United States
Elmya Energy and Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure have created a joint venture targeting 4 GW of renewable energy projects in the United States, focused on the ERCOT and WECC markets.
Louth Callan completes deployment of 28 MW solar park in Maine
Louth Callan has completed the Mousam River solar project in Sanford, marking a key milestone in the deployment of utility-scale energy infrastructure across the United States.
Georgia Power receives approval for 1,068 MW of new solar projects in Georgia
The state regulator has approved five new solar power purchase agreements to support growing demand under the CARES programme, targeting industrial and commercial clients.
Ecoener commissions Guatemala’s largest solar plant with 74.7 MWp
With the commissioning of the El Carrizo plant, Ecoener surpasses 500 MW in installed capacity and becomes the most active Spanish investor in Guatemala’s energy sector.
Aspen Power acquires two community solar projects in New Jersey
Aspen Power has finalised the acquisition of two community solar projects totalling over 1 MWdc in New Jersey, developed by Ecogy Energy, with construction expected to begin shortly.
Tenergie begins construction of 5.14 MWp solar plant in Cabrières d’Avignon
French developer Tenergie has started work on a ground-mounted solar plant at a former quarry, with expected annual output of 7.6 GWh from 2026.
Octopus Energy injects 600 MW into solar and storage in Spain
Octopus Energy strengthens its presence in Spain with three new energy projects totalling 600 MW, powering 2.3 million households and accelerating the expansion of its European renewables portfolio.
VSB Italy launches 6.2 MW solar project on agricultural land in Umbria
VSB Italy has obtained authorisation to build a 6.2 MW agrivoltaic plant in Città della Pieve, combining solar power generation and agricultural cultivation on 10.6 hectares.
Ameren Missouri invests in 250 MW solar plant near Callaway nuclear site
Ameren Missouri announces a 250 MW solar project to power 44,000 homes, reducing delays and costs through strategic development on company-owned land.
France: Verso Energy commissions a 580 kWc agrivoltaic plant in Outarville
Verso Energy has inaugurated an experimental solar power plant in Outarville, testing the integration of photovoltaic panels across three hectares of large-scale crops with a 90% self-consumption rate.
R.Power sells 440MW solar portfolio in Poland amid uncertainties
Independent power producer R.Power is selling a 440MW ready-to-build photovoltaic portfolio in Poland, as political uncertainties drive a wave of divestments in the national renewable energy market.
Grenergy sells 10% of Chilean megaproject to CVC DIF for $475mn
Grenergy has finalised the sale of the fourth phase of its hybrid solar-storage project in Chile to CVC DIF, valued at up to $475mn, while retaining operation and maintenance for five years.
Q ENERGY closes financing for seven hybrid solar plants in Spain
Q ENERGY secures financing for 252 MW of solar projects in Spain, marking its first independent power producer operation on the Iberian Peninsula.

Log in to read this article

You'll also have access to a selection of our best content.