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Standard Solar Expands Into Texas, Acquires 9.9-Megawatt Commercial Solar Project from EDF Renewables North America

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

As a leader in the ownership, operation, funding and development of commercial and community solar assets across 23 states, this acquisition of the Bluebonnet project from EDF Renewables North America signifies a significant stride in Standard Solar’s dedication to sustainable energy solutions.

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  • As a leader in the ownership, operation, funding and development of commercial and community solar assets across 23 states, this acquisition of the Bluebonnet project from EDF Renewables North America signifies a significant stride in Standard Solar’s dedication to sustainable energy solutions.
  • EDF Renewables’ Distribution-Scale Power team developed the project and will continue to perform the role of EPC contractor throughout the construction phase.
  • “This project represents a significant milestone for Standard Solar as we expand our footprint into the Texas renewable energy market,” said Eric Partyka, Director of Business Development, Standard Solar.
  • “This marks the fourth collaboration between Standard Solar and EDF Renewables in the past 2-3 years, including projects such as Lawsbrook, Knox and Lehigh University.

Standard Solar Expands Community Solar Footprint in Virginia with Acquisition of 12-Megawatt Project Portfolio from New Leaf Energy

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Standard Solar is poised to play a pivotal role in propelling solar energy adoption in Virginia with the acquisition of a 12-megawatt community solar project portfolio from New Leaf Energy .

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  • Standard Solar is poised to play a pivotal role in propelling solar energy adoption in Virginia with the acquisition of a 12-megawatt community solar project portfolio from New Leaf Energy .
  • “These community solar projects are more than just an important addition to our portfolio; they represent our unwavering commitment to expanding access to solar for all,” said Harry Benson, Director of Business Development for Standard Solar.
  • This acquisition represents a significant milestone in Standard Solar's ongoing partnership with New Leaf Energy and underscores the company's expanding project portfolio within Virginia.
  • “New Leaf Energy’s mission is to accelerate the transition to a world powered by renewable energy,” said New Leaf Energy Executive Vice President of Project Finance Brendan Neagle.

Standard Solar Completes 4-Megawatt Solar Project at Woburn, Massachusetts EPA Superfund Site; Project Acquired from ECA Solar

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

Standard Solar acquired the project from developer partner ECA Solar , a leader in commercial-scale solar development based in Massachusetts.

Key Points: 
  • Standard Solar acquired the project from developer partner ECA Solar , a leader in commercial-scale solar development based in Massachusetts.
  • “Standard Solar greatly appreciates and acknowledges the unwavering commitment of our partner, ECA Solar, in driving forward this impactful project,” continued Benson.
  • “ECA values its partnership with Standard Solar in completing this, and other, solar projects,” said Todd Fryatt, founder and CEO of ECA Solar.
  • This is Standard Solar’s second project completed with ECA Solar and its sixth project in Massachusetts.

Standard Solar Acquires Community Solar Project from New Columbia Solar; Bolsters Ownership Portfolio in Maryland

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023

Standard Solar , a leader in the ownership, operation, funding and development of commercial and community solar assets, today announced it has acquired a community solar project at FCP®’s Holly Spring Meadows apartment community in Forestville, Md.

Key Points: 
  • Standard Solar , a leader in the ownership, operation, funding and development of commercial and community solar assets, today announced it has acquired a community solar project at FCP®’s Holly Spring Meadows apartment community in Forestville, Md.
  • The 800-kilowatt (kW) carport array and a 921-kW rooftop array project, along with 24 other projects owned by Standard Solar in the state, will help Maryland achieve its Renewable Portfolio Standard.
  • The Holly Spring Meadows community solar project stands as a great example of how solar energy can truly make a difference.
  • “This community solar project supports FCP’s robust energy savings strategies and reduces the overall carbon footprint of the community.

Standard Solar Strengthens Leadership in Education Sector with Acquisition of Lehigh University Solar Project from EDF Renewables North America

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Standard Solar recently acquired the Lehigh Valley project from developer EDF Renewables North America, further solidifying the company’s commitment to advancing solar energy in Pennsylvania and educational institutions nationwide.

Key Points: 
  • Standard Solar recently acquired the Lehigh Valley project from developer EDF Renewables North America, further solidifying the company’s commitment to advancing solar energy in Pennsylvania and educational institutions nationwide.
  • This latest acquisition marks another milestone in the company’s longstanding partnership with EDF Renewables North America and a growing project portfolio in Pennsylvania.
  • The Lehigh Valley project is part of Standard Solar’s rapidly expanding portfolio in the education sector.
  • We thank EDF Renewables and Standard Solar for their partnership and look forward to producing clean energy onsite for our community and environment.”

Anza Completes Separation from Borrego and Receives New Investment from Energy Capital Partners Led Consortium to Transform Solar and Storage Procurement

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023

An Energy Capital Partners led consortium of investors that included ECP’s–Energy Transition Opportunities Fund, Angeleno Group, and other investors provided funding to the company.

Key Points: 
  • An Energy Capital Partners led consortium of investors that included ECP’s–Energy Transition Opportunities Fund, Angeleno Group, and other investors provided funding to the company.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230516005316/en/
    Anza’s procurement platform connects solar and energy storage equipment suppliers with buyers to accelerate the procurement process.
  • This engine was built to leverage the Anza team’s decades of experience developing, constructing, and maintaining renewable projects.
  • "Anza offers buyers a new way, a better way, to procure equipment,” said Mike Hall, Chief Executive Officer at Anza.

Standard Solar Acquires Solar + Storage Project from EDF Renewables North America, Advances Massachusetts toward its Clean Energy Targets

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023

Standard Solar acquired the Knox Solar + Storage project from developer EDF Renewables North America and will be the long-term owner.

Key Points: 
  • Standard Solar acquired the Knox Solar + Storage project from developer EDF Renewables North America and will be the long-term owner.
  • The project will also further Massachusetts’ clean energy goals to achieve Net Zero in 2050.
  • “We’re proud to continue our partnerships with EDF Renewables and the Acton Water District to accelerate solar + storage deployment in Massachusetts,” said Eric Partyka, Director of Business Development, Standard Solar.
  • EDF Renewables and Standard Solar have been wonderful partners for us as we decarbonize our operations and begin to reap the benefits of our solar + storage installations.”

Standard Solar Acquires 21 MW Community Solar Project Portfolio from New Leaf Energy; Expands Ownership Portfolio in Northeast

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023

Standard Solar , a leader in the ownership, operation, funding and development of commercial and community solar assets, today announced it has acquired a planned 21 megawatts (MW) of solar projects in New York and Massachusetts, from New Leaf Energy .

Key Points: 
  • Standard Solar , a leader in the ownership, operation, funding and development of commercial and community solar assets, today announced it has acquired a planned 21 megawatts (MW) of solar projects in New York and Massachusetts, from New Leaf Energy .
  • The Copicut project in Freetown, Massachusetts, is a single-axis tracker solar plus battery storage project with over 12 MW of solar and 22-megawatt hours of storage.
  • The project received an award from the state’s Solar Massachusetts Renewable Target (SMART) program, which provides solar and storage project incentives.
  • “We are excited to continue our partnership with Standard Solar and bring more community solar online where it's needed most.”
    “Meeting the growing demand across the country for community solar is critical to growing an equitable clean energy economy,” said Harry Benson, Director of Business Development for Standard Solar.

Banyan Infrastructure Announces $25 million in Series B Funding to Accelerate Sustainable Financing Software Platform

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Banyan Infrastructure, the leading sustainable financing software platform, today announced a $25 million Series B funding round, bringing the company's total funding to over $42 million. Climate software investor Energize Ventures led the round, with participation from new investors SE Ventures and Elemental Excelerator, and existing investors VoLo Earth and Ulu Ventures. Juan Muldoon, partner at Energize, has joined Banyan's board of directors.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Banyan Infrastructure , the leading sustainable financing software platform, today announced a $25 million Series B funding round, bringing the company's total funding to over $42 million.
  • Banyan unlocks capital for renewable infrastructure by making sustainable project finance fast, efficient, and scalable.
  • Banyan unlocks capital for renewable infrastructure by making sustainable project finance fast, efficient, and scalable.
  • To-date, Banyan is enabling billions of sustainable infrastructure investments across seven countries and thousands of projects.

Standard Solar Expands Footprint in Rhode Island with Acquisition of 4.9 MW Community Solar Project from Freepoint Solar; Moves State Closer to 100 Percent Renewable Goal

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

Standard Solar , a recognized leader in the development, funding, ownership and operation of commercial and community solar assets, continues to expand its community solar portfolio in Rhode Island with the acquisition of a 4.9 megawatt (MW) project from Freepoint Solar LLC.

Key Points: 
  • Standard Solar , a recognized leader in the development, funding, ownership and operation of commercial and community solar assets, continues to expand its community solar portfolio in Rhode Island with the acquisition of a 4.9 megawatt (MW) project from Freepoint Solar LLC.
  • The Woodville ground-mounted community solar project in Richmond, RI, was developed by Freepoint Solar.
  • The community solar project, part of Rhode Island’s Renewable Energy Growth Program, will allow customers in the state to benefit from clean energy savings by offsetting their electricity bills with solar energy.
  • This community solar project comes at a time of rising electricity prices across the country, with Rhode Island having some of the highest rates in the nation.