The NY Power Authority (NYPA) has prequalified 79 developers and investors for renewable projects like solar, wind, battery storage, and even green hydrogen. This move comes after an RFI in March to gauge interest in various renewable energy opportunities. Additionally, Minnesota passed legislation to remove obstacles to solar, wind, and battery energy storage development. Cleanleaf Energy has expanded its O&M portfolio to 1.8 GW, signing agreements for solar projects in Pennsylvania and Georgia. Meanwhile, Qcells' residential solar financing arm closed its first asset-backed securities transaction worth over $250 million, highlighting the growth in solar finance. The industry is seeing collaboration between policymakers, utilities, and private enterprises to drive the growth of virtual power plants, aiming for sustainable energy solutions tailored to each state's needs.