Daily Archives: April 8, 2026

Australian utility-scale solar and wind generation reaches 4.7TWh in March 2026 – PV Tech

Australia’s utility-scale solar PV and wind assets generated a combined 4.7TWh in March 2026, representing a 2% increase from the 4.6TWh recorded in the same month last year, according to data from Rystad Energy senior analyst David Dixon.The modest growth … Continue reading

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Cook County Completes Largest Solar Project at Skokie Courthouse – National Today

National Today By the People, for the PeopleNewsNew panels will generate over 1,700 megawatt-hours of clean energy annually, powering half the courthouse’s needs.Apr. 7, 2026 at 10:55pmGot story updates? Submit your updates here. ›Cook County has completed a major solar … Continue reading

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Biden wanted to drive reliable energy 'into a ditch,' says Trump Energy Secretary – Fox News

This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. ©2026 FOX News Network, LLC. All rights reserved. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. Market data provided by Factset. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital … Continue reading

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Real Estate Construction Company Secures Land for Solar Cell Manufacturing Project; Share Price Locked in 5% Upper Circuit – Dalal Street Investment Journal

Dalal Street Investment Journal (DSIJ) is India's leading investment magazine, dedicated to offering deep insights and expert analyses on the stock market.RDB Infrastructure wins 36-acre land allotment in Nava Raipur for solar cell manufacturing project on a 90-year lease basisOn … Continue reading

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Stockton Residents Rally to Vote on Solar Farm Zoning – National Today

National Today By the People, for the PeopleNewsBaldwin County Commission approves referendum on zoning after community opposition to proposed 2,000-acre solar projectApr. 7, 2026 at 9:06pmGot story updates? Submit your updates here. ›Residents of the unincorporated community of Stockton, Alabama … Continue reading

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Top Stories Of The Day: MNRE Centralizes RE Bidding; Kosol Executes Solar Airlift – SolarQuarter

Top Stories Of The Day: MNRE Centralizes RE Bidding; Kosol Executes Solar Airlift  SolarQuartersource

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Rooftop solar registrations reach record high with race on to make most of battery subsidy scheme – pv magazine Australia

Australia’s rooftop solar market has surged 19% in the past month with the latest data revealing a record 341 MW of small-scale rooftop PV capacity was registered across the country in March as consumers also raced to install battery energy … Continue reading

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Fraunhofer scientists reduce TOPCon silver consumption ‘by factor of 10’ – PV Tech

Scientists at the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE claim to have reduced the silver content of TOPCon solar cells tenfold.In a statement today, the institute said its researchers had reduced the silver consumption of a TOPCon cell from … Continue reading

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SGS helps 44west verify solar power reliability during transatlantic crossing – TimesTech

SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, partnered with the Swiss rowing solar power team 44west ahead of the World’s Toughest Row – Atlantic to independently test and verify the reliability of the solar photovoltaic (PV) system powering … Continue reading

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Baldwin County solar farm opposition secures zoning referendum – fox10tv.com

STOCKTON, Ala. (WALA) – North Baldwin residents fighting a large-scale solar farm got a new tool Tuesday when the Baldwin County Commission passed a resolution requiring a special referendum to establish zoning in Planning District 3.The move comes as opposition … Continue reading

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Renewable energy assets to power Samaiden’s next growth phase – The Edge Malaysia

This article first appeared in The Edge Malaysia Weekly on March 30, 2026 – April 5, 2026THE recent rise in solar panel prices, triggered by China’s removal of export tax rebates, has drawn renewed scrutiny over cost pressures faced by … Continue reading

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Solar keeps slimming down while power rises – pv-magazine.com

An international study found that the specific power of commercial silicon solar modules increased from 8.5 W/kg in the early 2000s to 23.6 W/kg today, driven by advances in module design, bifaciality, and temperature management. The researchers highlighted that glass … Continue reading

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EIB, Société Générale secure $177m for Sand Solar Project in Sicily – Power Technology

Once operational, the plant is expected to generate around 256GWh of renewable electricity each year.The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Société Générale have finalised a €153m ($176.9m) financing deal for the Sand Solar Project, a 137MW-photovoltaic (PV) plant in Monreale … Continue reading

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Australia to boost domestic solar panel production, and other top energy stories – weforum.org

Australia to boost domestic solar panel production, and other top energy stories  weforum.orgsource

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Rooftop solar provides 107.5% of grid demand in South Australia – pv-tech.org

Rooftop solar provides 107.5% of grid demand in South Australia  pv-tech.orgsource

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Invesco Solar ETF Powers a New Era for Green Energy Investments – barrons.com

Invesco Solar ETF Powers a New Era for Green Energy Investments  barrons.comsource

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Ennogie reduces deficit, reports double-digit revenue growth – EnergyWatch

Ennogie reduces deficit, reports double-digit revenue growth  EnergyWatchsource

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Solar and wind set new generation record in Australia’s NEM – pv-tech.org

Australia’s National Electricity Market (NEM) achieved a new record high for solar PV and wind generation at 12,463MW.The record, announced by the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO), was set at 10:30am on 23 June 2025 and surpasses the previous record, … Continue reading

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World adds more than 200GW of utility-scale solar PV capacity in 2025 – PV Tech

The world added more than 200GW of new utility-scale solar PV capacity in 2025, marking the second consecutive year that the world exceeded this threshold of new utility-scale solar additions.This is according to figures published today by Wiki-Solar, which breaks … Continue reading

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Halocell Energy launches ‘Australian-made’ perovskite PV module for low-light conditions – pv-tech.org

Australian PV solar cell manufacturer Halocell Energy has launched its first perovskite-based product called the Halocell Ambient Modules.The Halocell Ambient Modules (pictured) are purpose-built for low-light conditions of 500 lux and below. Because of this, Halocell claims these are ideal … Continue reading

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Turkey must triple solar and wind capacity to meet 2035 targets – Ember – PV Tech

Turkey must deploy around 8GW of new capacity annually to meet its 2035 target of 120GW of installed solar and wind, a new report says.According to Türkiye Electricity Review 2026 published by energy think tank Ember, solar and wind accounted for 22% of electricity generation in 2025, marking … Continue reading

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India’s clean energy goals set challenges and bring opportunities – lowyinstitute.org

Published daily by the Lowy Institute India’s new Nationally Determined Contribution for 2031 to 2035 set high targets and could reshape trade ties with partners and rivals On 25 March, India’s cabinet approved the country’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) for … Continue reading

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Solar push helps Pakistan temper Gulf energy shock – Shelby News

Intervals of clouds and sunshine. Much warmer. High 69F. Winds SE at 10 to 15 mph.. Partly cloudy skies. Low 52F. Winds S at 10 to 15 mph. Updated: April 8, 2026 @ 1:04 amThe uptake of solar around 2018 … Continue reading

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Tax Abatement Agreement tied to solar farm project – Texomashomepage.com

Tax Abatement Agreement tied to solar farm project  Texomashomepage.comsource

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Wichita County’s $1.2M solar farm to offset taxpayer costs – Texomashomepage.com

Wichita County’s $1.2M solar farm to offset taxpayer costs  Texomashomepage.comsource

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AU$13 million floating solar PV initiative launches in Australia – pv-tech.org

A five-year research initiative is underway in Australia to test the viability of floating solar PV systems on irrigation dams, addressing water conservation needs while generating renewable energy in the agricultural sector.The AU$13 million (US$8.5 million) project, called ‘Novel Energy … Continue reading

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Solar push helps Pakistan temper Gulf energy shock – Community Newspaper Group

The uptake of solar around 2018 helped Pakistan avoid more than $12 billion in oil and gas imports up to February this yearSolar panels are everywhere in Pakistan, helping to provide uninterrupted power and avoid often lengthy cuts in grid … Continue reading

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Breakthrough in Perovskite PV Stability Using Metal Oxide Layers – SolarQuarter

Breakthrough in Perovskite PV Stability Using Metal Oxide Layers  SolarQuartersource

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POWERGRID Tenders Transmission Line to Evacuate 6 GW of Solar Power – mercomindia.com

Markets & PolicyTenders & AuctionsSolar ProjectsLarge-Scale ProjectsRooftopC&IManufacturingModulesInverters & BOSTechnologyFinance and M&AMarkets & PolicyT&DUtilitiesSmart GridMicrogridEventsWebinarsInterviewsThe last date to submit bids is April 16, 2026April 7, 2026Follow Mercom India on WhatsApp for exclusive updates on clean energy news and insightsPower Grid Corporation … Continue reading

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Solar push helps Pakistan temper Gulf energy shock – Indiana Gazette Online

Plentiful sunshine. Turning warmer. High 57F. Winds SE at 10 to 15 mph.. Clear skies. Low 38F. Winds SE at 10 to 15 mph. Updated: April 8, 2026 @ 8:03 amThe uptake of solar around 2018 helped Pakistan avoid more … Continue reading

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Wichita County’s $1.2M solar farm to offset taxpayer costs – Yahoo

Wichita County’s $1.2M solar farm to offset taxpayer costs  Yahoosource

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Canadian Solar Inc stock: Why it's down but solar backlog offers hope – AD HOC NEWS

Canadian Solar’s shares have plunged over 49% year-to-date amid weak earnings, yet a $3.6 billion module backlog signals potential recovery. For global investors eyeing renewable energy plays, this could be a patient buy if margins hold. ISIN: CA1366351098Canadian Solar Inc … Continue reading

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India’s clean energy goals set challenges and bring opportunities – Lowy Institute

Published daily by the Lowy Institute India’s new Nationally Determined Contribution for 2031 to 2035 set high targets and could reshape trade ties with partners and rivals On 25 March, India’s cabinet approved the country’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) for … Continue reading

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RDB Infra Secures 36 Acres for Solar Cell Plant, Pivots to Manufacturing – Whalesbook

RDB Infrastructure and Power Limited has secured a 36.45-acre plot in Nava Raipur for a solar cell manufacturing project. Awarded on a 90-year lease for Rs 36.89 crore, this marks a major strategic diversification into the renewable energy sector, aligning … Continue reading

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Silicon Ranch faces more questions from P&Z – Moore County Observer

8:32 p.m. April 7, 2026TDECRunoff from construction at the solar farm site is making streams muddy, prompting an on-site visit from TDEC in February.DUANE CROSSMCO Publisher•EditorMoore County Planning and Zoning Commission members returned Tuesday night to lingering concerns about the Silicon … Continue reading

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Wichita County Commissioners Court sets date for new solar farm project – News Channel 6 | Wichita Falls, TX

WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) – Wichita County leaders got several projects moving today at the courthouse’s monthly Commissioners Court meeting, improving energy, law enforcement, and more for the Wichita County area.Wichita County Judge Jim Johnson said the agenda included a … Continue reading

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Global solar capex rebound in 2026 driven by investment in US and India – PV Tech

The global solar manufacturing landscape is poised for a significant transformation in 2026, marking a rebound in capital expenditure (capex). This resurgence follows dramatic drops in capex during 2024 and 2025, primarily caused by a systemic oversupply of solar modules in the market, … Continue reading

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Electric Airship Solar Skin Market Next Big Thing | Major Giants SunPower, First Solar, Ascent Solar – openPR.com

This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. We are checking your browser to establish a secure connection and keep you safe. … Please enable JavaScript to continue. Please enable JavaScript to continue.Performance & security … Continue reading

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Dinawan Solar Farm Approved in NSW: Major 800MW Solar & Battery Project – News and Statistics – IndexBox

We use cookies to improve your experience and for marketing. Read our cookie policy or manage cookies.Search across reports, market insights, and blog stories.According to Energy-Storage.news, the New South Wales Independent Planning Commission has granted approval for the Dinawan Solar … Continue reading

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Greening wraps up construction of 21.5-MW Spanish solar park – Renewables Now

Renewables Now is a leading business news source for renewable energy professionals globally. Trust us for comprehensive coverage of major deals, projects and industry trends. We’ve done this since 2009.Stay on top of sector news with with Renewables Now. Get … Continue reading

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Solar push helps Pakistan temper Gulf energy shock – Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal

A LOCALLY OWNED NEWSPAPER DEDICATED TO THE SERVICE OF GOD AND MANKIND.The uptake of solar around 2018 helped Pakistan avoid more than $12 billion in oil and gas imports up to February this yearSolar panels are everywhere in Pakistan, helping … Continue reading

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Solar push helps Pakistan temper Gulf energy shock – Caledonian Record

Solar push helps Pakistan temper Gulf energy shock  Caledonian Recordsource

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Australian solar power plants see curtailment above 25% in 2024 – pv-tech.org

The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has revealed that several utility-scale solar PV power plants experienced curtailment of above 25% in the National Electricity Market (NEM) in 2024.Curtailment for solar generation averaged 4.5%, according to the organisation’s 2025 Enhanced Locational … Continue reading

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Heelstone begins construction on 200MW US solar PV portfolio – PV Tech

Solar developer Heelstone Renewable Energy has started construction on two US solar PV projects with a combined capacity of 206MW.Both projects are expected to begin commercial operations by the end of 2026. The larger project, the 104MW Alligator Creek project … Continue reading

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Legislators seek a safe path for New Hampshire to join ‘plug and play’ solar trend – New Hampshire Bulletin

Legislators seek a safe path for New Hampshire to join ‘plug and play’ solar trend  New Hampshire Bulletinsource

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India deploys 37.9 GW of solar in 2025 – pv-magazine.com

Solar additions in calendar year 2025 comprised 28.6 GW of new utility-scale solar capacity, 7.9 GW of rooftop PV power, and 1.35 GW of off-grid and distributed installations.Avaada Group’s 280 MW solar power project at Surendranagar, GujaratImage: AvaadaFrom pv magazine … Continue reading

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New global model reveals hidden UV risk for next-generation solar panels – technology.org

New global model reveals hidden UV risk for next-generation solar panels  technology.orgsource

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Solar push helps Pakistan temper Gulf energy shock – Citizen Tribune

Solar push helps Pakistan temper Gulf energy shock  Citizen Tribunesource

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Battery storage is now cheap enough to unleash India’s full solar potential – ember-energy.org

Our core content has been translated to a number of languages.We hope to add more languages in the future. But in the meantime, you can learn how to translate using Chrome, Firefox and Edge browsers.This report builds on Ember’s previous … Continue reading

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Pakistan’s solar expansion helps ease pressure from Gulf energy crisis – Aaj English TV

Subscribing is the best way to get our best stories immediately. A surge in solar power adoption across Pakistan is helping shield parts of the country from the worst effects of a global energy shock triggered by the US-Israel war … Continue reading

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