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Maximo completes 100 MW of robotic solar installation in California

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Maximo, the solar robotics company incubated by the AES Corporation, has announced the successful installation of 100 megawatts (MW) of utility-scale solar capacity at AES’ Bellefield complex, located on former agricultural land near California City in Kern County.

Demand for electricity continues to grow rapidly, driven by data center expansion, electrification and industrial manufacturing. Solar construction faces increasing pressure from labor constraints, compressed project timelines and cost volatility.

Maximo’s robotic solar installation solution is helping close the gap between the need for faster time to power and construction capacity. The 100 MW achievement marks the transition of robotic module installation from early deployment validation to sustained commercial production. [Read more…] about Maximo completes 100 MW of robotic solar installation in California

SMD strengthens position in emerging Asian offshore wind market

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Subsea technology and services company SMD has strengthened its position as a key player in the emerging Asian offshore wind market, following a multi-vehicle contract win.

The agreement includes the delivery of one of SMD’s bespoke multi-tool hard ground trenchers and work-class ROV, the Quantum EV. This is the first electric work-class ROV purchased in this region, representing a milestone investment in the emerging market.

Matthew Woodward, business development manager at SMD, says: “SMD has operated in the offshore wind industry from the first commercial projects, and supported the construction of countless wind farms around the UK and Europe. [Read more…] about SMD strengthens position in emerging Asian offshore wind market

From Robots to Smart Grids: How Software Drives a New Era of Energy Automation

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From robotic inspection drones patrolling solar farms to AI-optimized wind turbines adjusting in real time, automation in renewable energy is reshaping how we build, monitor, and maintain power systems.

Global spending on energy digital transformation surpassed $70 billion in 2024, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA), as utilities race to modernize infrastructure and meet growing sustainability goals.

Around the world, rising energy demand, climate goals, and the pursuit of efficiency are accelerating this shift toward smarter, more connected infrastructure. [Read more…] about From Robots to Smart Grids: How Software Drives a New Era of Energy Automation

Rosendin starts taking offers to purchase its solar module installation robot

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Rosendin, America’s largest employee-owned electrical contracting company with one of the fastest-growing renewable energy programs, has begun taking offers to sell its groundbreaking autonomous robotic solution for photovoltaic (PV) solar module installation.

The move follows a successful live demonstration of its three-piece robotic solution at a large-scale solar project under construction in West Texas.

At the April 17 event near Abilene, Rosendin’s robotic system proved it could accelerate utility-scale solar construction, while enhancing worker safety and solving persistent labor shortages. [Read more…] about Rosendin starts taking offers to purchase its solar module installation robot