Monthly Archives: June 2025

Spain approves 3 GW for 38 photovoltaic and hybridisation projects during October

The Official State Gazette contains announcements for October of 38 photovoltaic and hybridisation projects, and 4 rejected projects totalling 430 MW.Report determining the environmental impact of the 54.6 MW Los Vientos I photovoltaic solar plant project, and its evacuation infrastructure, … Continue reading

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Iran’s wind power and photovoltaic plant capacity increased by 500 MW by mid-March

According to SATBA data for the end of the sixth month of the Iranian calendar of Shahrivar (September 21), the share of wind power plants is 29 percent, and that of photovoltaic (PV) power plants, with 595.16 MW, is 60 … Continue reading

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India’s solar photovoltaic (PV) module exports have seen a remarkable surge, increasing nearly 23-fold from FY22 to FY24

India’s solar photovoltaic (PV) module exports have seen a remarkable surge, increasing nearly 23-fold from FY22 to FY24, according to a report by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) and JMK Research & Analytics. This marks a … Continue reading

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Offshore floating photovoltaic plant in Fujian in China sends electricity to grid

The first phase of an offshore photovoltaic (PV) power-generation platform built in the sea off Dongshan county, East China’s Fujian province, started supplying electricity to the grid on Friday. The project, operated by the China Three Gorges Corporation, is the … Continue reading

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Spain approves 7 photovoltaic and hybrid projects in the first week of November for 587.21 MW

The Official State Gazette for the month of November contains announcements corresponding to 7 photovoltaic projects for 587.21 MW, including 222.09 MW belonging to Endesa.Application for declaration of public utility of the photovoltaic projects FV Tan Energy 2 and FV … Continue reading

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Photovoltaic Great Wall’ could power Beijing by 2030

Aiming to combine renewable energy development with combating desertification, an ambitious initiative known as the “Solar Great Wall” is moving forward in Ordos, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, local authorities said. The mammoth project, spanning 400 kilometers in length with an … Continue reading

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World’s largest floating photovoltaic plant goes into operation in Taiwan with 440 MW

Hexa Renewables has put the world’s largest offshore floating PV plant into operation in Taiwan. Its total installed capacity is no less than 440 MW and covers 347 hectares of land provided by the government.This giant plant can supply energy … Continue reading

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NDCs 3.0 a ‘Make or Break’ for Global Goal to Triple Renewables by 2030

Even if all COP announcements to date were to be fully implemented, a significant CO2 emission gap would still need to be closed by 2050, according to IRENA’s World Energy Transitions Outlook 2024. Released at the opening of the UN Climate Conference … Continue reading

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India adds 20 GW of solar photovoltaic and wind capacity in last 9 months

Capacity additions led by solar PV. India remains the leader in renewable energy, having added 20,146 gigawatts (GW) of solar PV and wind capacity in the first nine months of the year (9M 2024). According to JMK Research, solar PV … Continue reading

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Atlantic Copper and Alter Enersun agree to build a 30 MWp photovoltaic plant for self-consumption

The Huelva-based metallurgical company Atlantic Copper, a leader in the manufacture of high-purity refined copper in Spain, and Alter Enersun, a benchmark in the renewable energy sector, have signed a long-term strategic agreement for the purchase and sale of green … Continue reading

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In 12 months the renewables market has moved but governments have not

Tripling global renewables is the single biggest action the world can take for the climate this decade. An analysis of 2030 renewables targets shows that, while renewables markets are surging, governments have not updated renewables ambition in the lead-up to … Continue reading

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India’s challenges and opportunities for photovoltaic (PV), energy storage cells in 2025

With the push for global energy transition and policy incentives, India’s renewable energy has rapidly progressed. As one of the world’s top five PV markets, India’s PV demand is experiencing substantial growth driven by supportive policies and massive power needs. … Continue reading

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Solar photovoltaics are advancing worldwide

In nine years, the share of photovoltaic plants in the global energy matrix has grown from 1% to 6%. Which countries are pioneers in the transition to renewable energies?As global demand for electricity grows, the share of the Sun in … Continue reading

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China’s first 1-gigawatt floating offshore photovoltaic project successfully connects to State Grid

China’s first million-kilowatt level offshore photovoltaic project has been connected to the national power grid on November 12. The one-million-kilowatt offshore photovoltaic project has seen the completion of the first 300 photovoltaic platforms, each platform measures 60 meters in length. … Continue reading

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India’s largest floating solar photovoltaic project commissioned in Madhya Pradesh at 126 MW

Tata Power Renewable Energy has commissioned a 126 MW floating PV project in Madhya Pradesh, a significant milestone in India’s renewable energy sector. The project, completed in 26 months, marks one of the largest floating solar installations in the country. … Continue reading

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Panama’s largest private photovoltaic project is underway

Grupo Rey, a leader in the retail sector in Panama, and ENSA Servicios, a leading company in comprehensive energy solutions and subsidiary of Grupo EPM, have signed an agreement that represents an important milestone for both companies, as it will … Continue reading

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Energy China to build a one-gigawatt photovoltaic solar power plant in Iraq

A historic one-gigawatt solar project in Iraq is set to begin soon by state-owned China Energy Engineering Corporation (Energy China) based in Beijing. Energy China said that the construction is anticipated to begin shortly and the project is situated in … Continue reading

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Indonesia to build 75 GW of renewable energy in the next 15 years

The renewable projects would include photovoltaic, hydro, geothermal and wind power, Hashim said, without explaining plans for the remaining 25 GW.Indonesia’s current installed power capacity is more than 90 GW, with more than half of that powered by coal and … Continue reading

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UNEF awards the Seal of Excellence in Sustainability to the Talayuela II photovoltaic plant by Statkraft, in Cáceres

The plant, with an installed capacity of 55.2 MWp, stands out for milestones in terms of sustainability such as the recycling of 90% of the waste generated during the construction phase, as well as for its remarkable integration with the … Continue reading

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Global energy sector employment increased by 3.8% in 2023, outpacing the wider economy

New IEA report finds that sector added 2.5 million jobs worldwide last year, led by clean technology manufacturing, though skills shortages remain a key issue Employment in the global energy sector grew at a strong pace in 2023, buoyed by … Continue reading

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Two Iberdrola photovoltaic plants in Murcia and Salamanca receive the UNEF Seal of Excellence in Sustainability

The Peñarrubia (Murcia) and Villarino (Salamanca) solar plants, developed and operated by Iberdrola, have become the 45th project to receive the Seal of Excellence in Sustainability from the Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF). This recognition highlights their integration into the environment … Continue reading

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Floating photovoltaic plant installed at Mortkasee artificial lake

RWE, Fraunhofer ISE and BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg present “PV2Float” research project to public. Three different systems being tested with capacity of about 30 kW each; pilot plant to operate for up to three years. Focus on technical refinement of photovoltaic (PV) … Continue reading

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Low-end price range for photovoltaic (PV) modules stabilizes amid mixed polysilicon prices

Regarding prices, the polysilicon sector shows similar trends this week, with buyers and sellers remaining at a stalemate. Fewer deliveries this week result in minimal price fluctuations. Mainstream prices for China-made polysilicon chunks stay at RMB 36-42/kg, averaging RMB 40/kg, … Continue reading

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Brazil raises import tariffs on photovoltaic modules to 25%

Brazil’s Ministry of Development, Industry, Trade and Services (MDIC) announced this week that it will raise the import tax rate on photovoltaic modules from 9.6% to 25%. The tariff increase applies to photovoltaic (PV) cells assembled into panels or modules. … Continue reading

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China’s first GW-scale marine photovoltaic (PV) project starts generating power with Jinko Solar’s TOPCon modules

On November 13, China’s first 1-million-kilowatt offshore solar project successfully connected its first power generation unit to the grid, according to CCTV news. The project, developed by Guohua Investment under the State Energy Group in the HG14 sea area off … Continue reading

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In 2014, there were only nine photovoltaic power plants in Mexico, and in 2019 the number increased to 63

Solar energy has been used by humanity since ancient times to carry out essential activities such as cooking, lighting fires, producing heat and even to grow plants through the efficient use of sunlight. Thanks to the technological advances that have … Continue reading

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Voltalia and TAQA Arabia to develop 3 GW wind power and photovoltaic plant in Egypt

As the wind turbines near the end of their operational lifespan, Voltalia and TAQA Arabia have proposed a modern hybrid renewable energy solution. Voltalia and TAQA Arabia have partnered to replace the capacity of the ageing Zafarana wind farm in … Continue reading

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The photovoltaic paradox: the one that generates the least income but lowers the electricity bill in Spain the most

Renewables reduce the price of energy and this necessarily has a positive effect on consumers’ pockets. In this sense, the more clean sources in the generation mix, the lower the price of electricity will be. This is good for households … Continue reading

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India could replace Southeast Asian nations as top exporter of solar photovoltaic (PV) to US

India is poised to play a pivotal role in supporting the US renewable energy sector with its large-scale manufacturing capabilities, competitive production costs, and a strong STEM talent pool, a report by ValueQuest Investment highlighted. The report noted that as … Continue reading

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Iberdrola and the Government of Nuevo León install photovoltaic systems in seven educational centers in Mexico

The Government of Nuevo León, through the Ministry of Education, in alliance with Iberdrola Mexico, launched the Luces de Esperanza social program, which consists of installing solar panels in primary education institutions. The Secretary of Education of Nuevo León, Sofialeticia … Continue reading

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Trump could eliminate the United States as a leader in wind and photovoltaic energy

High above the sand dunes of China’s Kubuqi desert, nearly 200,000 solar panels have been carefully placed in rows to create the outline of a galloping steed. The giant horse is a cultural symbol for Inner Mongolia, the northern Chinese … Continue reading

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Progress since COP28 on transitioning away from fossil fuels

At COP28, global leaders united under the ambitious ‘UAE Consensus’ to push ambition closer to the 1.5C climate target. Their headline commitment: transition away from fossil fuels. This commentary looks to see where we are 12 months later, as this week G20 leaders … Continue reading

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China adjusts its export policies with a 9% tax discount for photovoltaics

China has announced significant changes to its export tax rebate policies, effective from December 1, impacting various industries, including photovoltaic (PV) products. In a joint statement issued by the Ministry of Finance and the State Taxation Administration, it was revealed that the … Continue reading

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Iberdrola advances in the construction of one of its largest photovoltaic projects in Spain

The new Ciudad Rodrigo plant, which is being built in the province of Salamanca and will have a capacity of 316 MW, will generate enough clean energy to supply 150,000 homes a year and will avoid the emission of 75,000 … Continue reading

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Chile, Altos del Sol photovoltaic project with 763.6 MW

Chile, Altos del Sol photovoltaic project. Altos del Sol photovoltaic solar project in Antofagasta could generate 763.6 MW of solar energy for Chile. How it is planned. Altos del Sol photovoltaic solar project in Antofagasta could generate 763.6 MW of … Continue reading

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Trump tariffs are coming, but some Chinese companies may already know how to avoid them

Some experts liken tariffs to a game of whack-a-mole, with trade flows simply rerouted if the potential rewards are big enough. Businesses are bracing for the economic impact of a second Trump presidency, which, if his campaign promises are to be … Continue reading

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Chinese photovoltaic factory to create 450 jobs in France

DAS Solar, a Chinese photovoltaic company, will open its first European factory in the Doubs region in 2024, creating between 450 and 600 jobs as part of a strategic investment of 109 million euros. In June 2024, the Chinese company … Continue reading

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Lighting the way for photovoltaic (PV): How NREL helps communities harness the benefits of agrivoltaic solar power, agriculture, and ecosystems

NREL research helps farmers, local communities, and global partners navigate the complexities of bringing agrivoltaic solar power to remote areas. With their reflective, smooth glass sheen, stiff metal posts, and electric wiring, you might be surprised to learn that solar … Continue reading

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Up to 48 GW of solar photovoltaic (PV) potential along Germany’s highways

Germany’s Federal Ministry for Digital Affairs and Transport (BMDV) has commissioned the Federal Highway Research Institute (BASt) to study the potential to expand photovoltaic systems on federal highways. The study calculates the photovoltaic potential on structures along federal highways, such … Continue reading

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Large-scale photovoltaic plants can foster abundant biodiversity

NREL collects detailed data on the interactions among habitat, pollinators, soil, and solar photovoltaic (PV) energy production. The growth in utility-scale solar development is leading to questions about how best to use the land underneath solar panels and what impacts … Continue reading

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