RWE has commissioned Schönau solar farm, the company’s first photovoltaics plant in Saxony, Germany. 36,000 solar modules produce around 21 million kilowatt hours of green electricity in the town of Wildenfels, in the district of Zwickau – enough to supply the equivalent of 6,700 households per year. Schönau solar farm spans an area of approximately … Continue reading RWE commissions Schönau photovoltaics plant in Saxony
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Snop chooses European leader in decentralized solar energy EDP to decarbonize its operations in several European countries
French automotive company Snop has selected EDP to develop solar power plants in its facilities in France, Spain, and Germany, accelerating its sustainability targets. This partnership also consolidates EDP’s position as a leader in decentralized solar energy in Europe and strengthens its ability to respond to multinational clients looking for this type of solution in … Continue reading Snop chooses European leader in decentralized solar energy EDP to decarbonize its operations in several European countries
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Spain approved 10 photovoltaic and hybridisation projects in the first week of February
The Official State Gazette contains the announcements corresponding to the first week of February of 10 photovoltaic and hybridisation projects, including a 9 MW self-consumption plant in Córdoba.Report on the determination of environmental impact of the Cabeza Mesá photovoltaic solar park project, of 27.3 MW, and its evacuation infrastructure, for hybridisation with the Cabeza Mesá … Continue reading Spain approved 10 photovoltaic and hybridisation projects in the first week of February
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Canadian Solar’s e-STORAGE to Deliver 960 MWh of Energy Storage Systems for Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners in Australia
Canadian Solar Inc. (the “Company” or “Canadian Solar”) (NASDAQ: CSIQ) today announced that e-STORAGE, which is part of the Company’s majority-owned subsidiary CSI Solar Co., Ltd. (“CSI Solar”), has signed a contract with Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (“CIP”) through its fifth flagship fund Copenhagen Infrastructure V to deliver 240 MW/960 MWh battery energy storage systems in Summerfield, South … Continue reading Canadian Solar’s e-STORAGE to Deliver 960 MWh of Energy Storage Systems for Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners in Australia
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USA Surpasses 50 Gigawatts of Photovoltaic Manufacturing Capacity
The United States has reached a historic manufacturing milestone, surpassing 50 gigawatts (GW) of domestic solar module production capacity. At full capacity, these factories can produce enough to meet all demand for solar in the United States. This achievement is a critical step toward building a U.S.-based solar supply chain that ends our reliance on … Continue reading USA Surpasses 50 Gigawatts of Photovoltaic Manufacturing Capacity
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China dominates Middle East Solar Sector as Trump hobbles Renewables in US
Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) – Chinese firms dominate the manufacture of photovoltaic solar panels, accounting for 80% of the global market (along with most elements of the supply chain). Volumes in China’s solar sector, including panels, batteries and EVs, expanded by a third in 2024, even though panel prices had plummeted. The Chinese will, however, … Continue reading China dominates Middle East Solar Sector as Trump hobbles Renewables in US
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India hits 100 GW of photovoltaic solar power capacity
India’s total installed photovoltaic capacity stood at 100.33 GW as of Jan. 31, 2025, with 84.10 GW under implementation and an additional 47.49 GW under tendering.India has surpassed 100 GW of installed photovoltaic solar power capacity. The achievement marks a significant step toward realizing its ambitious target of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel-based energy capacity … Continue reading India hits 100 GW of photovoltaic solar power capacity
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Southeast Asia 28% growth in photovoltaic (PV) demand by 20 calls for grid reforms
As the global energy transition accelerates, Southeast Asia has become a key market for renewable energy development. According to InfoLink’s latest data, PV demand in the region is estimated at 8–12 GW in 2024 and is projected to reach 9–15 GW in 2025. This growth is driven by supportive policies and market liberalization in various … Continue reading Southeast Asia 28% growth in photovoltaic (PV) demand by 20 calls for grid reforms
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The US energy transition is moving quickly: wind power and photovoltaics already surpass coal and natural gas
The U.S. energy transition is progressing rapidly, outpacing expectations. By the end of 2024, utility-scale wind power and photovoltaic solar generation grew by 298.8 million megawatt-hours (MWh) since 2019, surpassing the 202.3 million MWh increase in overall power demand. This demonstrates that renewables can not only meet rising energy needs but also displace fossil fuels. … Continue reading The US energy transition is moving quickly: wind power and photovoltaics already surpass coal and natural gas
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China’s solar photovoltaic (PV) module exports hit 236 GW in 2024, with growth in all regions except Europe
China exported 16.63 GW of modules in December 2024, up 9% MoM from 15.2 GW and up 3% YoY from 16.18 GW, according to InfoLink’s customs data. China exported 235.93 GW of modules from January to December 2024, up 13% YoY from 207.99 GW. In December 2024, the five largest markets importing Chinese modules were, … Continue reading China’s solar photovoltaic (PV) module exports hit 236 GW in 2024, with growth in all regions except Europe
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Photovoltaic and wind energy in the last week of January
In the last week of January, weekly average prices in the main European electricity markets were lower than the previous week. Lower demand and increased solar photovoltaic and wind energy production supported this evolution. However, during the week prices registered an upward trend that led most of them to reach the highest prices of the … Continue reading Photovoltaic and wind energy in the last week of January
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Wind power once again leads the production mix in Spain with a 30.9% share
National electricity demand in January increased by 2.3% compared to the same month of the previous year, once the effects of temperature and work have been discounted. In gross terms, demand is estimated at 22,682 GWh, 1.5% more than in January 2024. This January, renewables generated 13,524 GWh (12% more than in January 2024) and … Continue reading Wind power once again leads the production mix in Spain with a 30.9% share
Continue readingPhotovoltaic solar energy already accounts for 25% of installed capacity in Spain
With 32,043 megawatts (MW), solar photovoltaic energy is the technology with the greatest production capacity in Spain, slightly ahead of wind power (32,007 MW), and already accounts for almost 25% of the total installed capacity. This was reported on Tuesday by Red Eléctrica (BME:REDE), the company responsible for the operation of the electrical system and … Continue reading Photovoltaic solar energy already accounts for 25% of installed capacity in Spain
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Saudi study identifies 10 solar, wind power sites
A Saudi university has identified 10 sites on the Gulf Kingdom’s Western Red Sea coastline for the construction of solar and wind energy plants. In a study published by Alyaum daily on Tuesday, the Kingdom Abdullah University for Science and Technology (KAUST) said these projects would “accelerate the Kingdom’s efforts to expand the use of … Continue reading Saudi study identifies 10 solar, wind power sites
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Grid-Connected Energy Storage Solutions: Shaping the Power Future
The evolution of solar technology has been nothing short of revolutionary. From the initial development of photovoltaic cells to advanced n-type solar cells, solar technology has made huge strides in efficiency and affordability. This makes solar power accessible to pretty much everyone—not just the tech geeks. Wind energy has also made great strides, both on … Continue reading Grid-Connected Energy Storage Solutions: Shaping the Power Future
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Understanding Long Duration Energy Storage: Technologies Shaping the Future of Energy
Photovoltaics and wind power both need storage to provide a stable supply. Long-duration energy storage (LDES) is a type of energy storage system capable of discharging energy over long periods, ranging from several hours to days. When there is an abundance of renewable energy, LDES allows us to store that surplus and use it during … Continue reading Understanding Long Duration Energy Storage: Technologies Shaping the Future of Energy
Continue readingSpain approved 10 photovoltaic and hybridisation projects for 539 MW in the last week of January
The Official State Gazette includes announcements in the last week of January corresponding to 10 photovoltaic and hybridisation projects, including a 193.95 MW plant belonging to the Cobra Group. Application for a declaration of public utility, specifically, of the PSFV Tabernas 1 photovoltaic solar park project, of 47.09 MW, located in the municipality of Lucainena … Continue reading Spain approved 10 photovoltaic and hybridisation projects for 539 MW in the last week of January
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President Trump’s new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China could hit the solar, battery, wind power and electric vehicle industries particularly hard
Clean energy has gotten steadily cheaper for years thanks to a global network of research facilities and factories. That’s over now. President Donald Trump’s decision on Saturday to slap steep tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China signals the birth of a new global trade regime: one focused on nationalist protections, with potentially expensive repercussions for … Continue reading President Trump’s new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China could hit the solar, battery, wind power and electric vehicle industries particularly hard
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Morocco approves expansion of wind power and photovoltaic (PV) capacity to 9,338 MW by 2029
A key improvement allows for greater flexibility in reallocating unused grid capacity between transmission and distribution systems. Morocco’s National Electricity Regulatory Authority (ANRE) has approved an increase in the country’s renewable energy capacity, setting it at 9,338 megawatts (MW) by 2029. This decision symbolises a 29% increase from the previous year. The ANRE board met … Continue reading Morocco approves expansion of wind power and photovoltaic (PV) capacity to 9,338 MW by 2029
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Solar photovoltaics (PV) just hit 53 GW in Brazil, but faces major challenges
The Brazilian Association of Solar Photovoltaics reports: solar power has just hit the 53 gigawatt (GW) mark of installed operating power in Brazil. However, despite significant growth over the past decade, the sector has faced major challenges that hinder the acceleration of the sustainable energy transition in the country.Among the main bottlenecks identified by Absolar … Continue reading Solar photovoltaics (PV) just hit 53 GW in Brazil, but faces major challenges
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