Elena Energy Brief — Welcome to Storyflo Daily Energy. I'm Elena. Today's briefing brings you the latest news on soaring energy costs, stabilizing solar markets,

In a stark contrast to the wild swings in oil markets, solar prices remain stable across the supply chain. According to PV Magazine USA, oversupply in Asia continues to distort markets, leading to either sharp price falls or tepid price gains. The Global Polysilicon Marker (GPM) has hardly moved since the war in the Middle East, with the China Mono Premium falling by 33% to CNY 34.071 ($4.99)/kg. Meanwhile, in the US, the solar industry is facing new risks with the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) still causing uncertainty. PV Magazine USA reports that the industry is grappling with the potential for a second reconciliation bill, tax equity and credit transfer market friction, and unresolved Foreign Entity of Concern (FEC) and Prohibited Foreign Entities (PFE) guidance. Policymakers may revisit treatment of safe harbored equipment or projects, introducing new risks for project developers. But on a positive note, innovative companies are emerging with solutions to address energy stora