Daily Archives: July 17, 2026

Video. Agri-PV leads the way towards the sustainable use of solar panels – Euronews.com

Europe TodayEuronews' flagship morning TV show with the news and insights that drive Europe, live from Brussels every morning at 08.00. Also available as a newsletter and podcast.The RingThe Ring is Euronews’ weekly political showdown, where Europe’s toughest debates meet … Continue reading

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Saving Europe’s farmland: Agri-PV leads the way towards sustainable solar panel use – Euronews.com

Europe TodayEuronews' flagship morning TV show with the news and insights that drive Europe, live from Brussels every morning at 08.00. Also available as a newsletter and podcast.The RingThe Ring is Euronews’ weekly political showdown, where Europe’s toughest debates meet … Continue reading

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Mexico’s Hidalgo PV-storage pipeline remains intact after Tulancingo exit – ESS News

Mexico’s Hidalgo state government said the withdrawal of the Tulancingo solar project’s environmental review process does not affect three other PV-plus-storage developments in the state with planned battery capacity totaling 117.78 MW/358.45 MWh.The projects – Delfín Solar, FV Tecozautla, and … Continue reading

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Sol Systems reaches financial close on 123MW Illinois solar portfolio – PV Tech

US solar developer Sol Systems has reached financial close on its 123MWac Peoria Solar Portfolio in Illinois.The portfolio comprises solar projects across Knox, Tazewell and Peoria counties and are scheduled for completion in 2027. Get Premium Subscription The US$355 million … Continue reading

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'It's disgusting, it's abysmal': Council sets out objection for massive solar farm – Suffolk News

Powered by Bury Free Press, Suffolk Free Press, Newmarket Journal & Haverhill Echo Unlock unlimited access to all storiesPowered by Bury Free Press, Suffolk Free Press, Newmarket Journal and Haverhill Echo Home   Eye   ArticleA council has criticised plans … Continue reading

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Waaree Energies secures 212 MW solar module order – pv magazine India

Waaree Energies said today it has secured an additional order from an international company to supply 212 MW of solar modules. The latest award raises the total order size from the same customer to 562 MW. The company said the … Continue reading

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UK confirms rollout of 800 W plug-in solar systems after strong public backing – Review Energy

The UK government has confirmed that it will proceed with the regulatory changes needed to allow the sale and use of plug-in solar systems, small photovoltaic devices designed to connect directly to a standard household socket.The decision was announced by … Continue reading

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LONGi debuts 'Technology Forest' featuring eight core underlying technologies – Global Times

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ROSEN Group Commissions 2-Megawatt Photovoltaic Plant in Lingen Germany – ROSEN Group

The ROSEN Group has successfully completed the installation of photovoltaic systems on its corporate buildings in Lingen, a project which began in 2025. In collaboration with Stadtwerke Lingen, a photovoltaic system with a total capacity of approximately two megawatts was … Continue reading

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Qcells secures ‘first’ UL, IEC certifications for perovskite tandem tech – PV Tech

Qcells has become the first company to achieve UL Standards & Engagement (UL) and International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) certifications for silicon-perovskite tandem solar technology.German technical advisory firm TÜV Rheinland certified that Qcells’ tandem technology had met the requirements for IEC … Continue reading

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Solar EPC Market to Reach USD 294.5 Billion by 2035 as Renewable Energy Investments Accelerate Worldwide – openPR.com

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EPO revokes Hanwha’s key solar cell patent after 11-year opposition battle – JUVE Patent

After more than a decade of disputes, Hanwha has suffered a defeat at the EPO. In a major opposition battle, the Boards of Appeal have now revoked a basic patent for solar technology. The only remaining opponent in the long-running, … Continue reading

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South Korea announces 1 GW solar tender – pv magazine Global

South Korea’s Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment (MCEE) has unveiled a tender covering approximately 1 GW of new solar capacity.The tender, offering winning bidders a fixed-price contract, has been given a bid ceiling price of KRW 147,686 ($99.46)/kWh, around … Continue reading

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Solar Breakthrough Cuts Scarce Metal, Bringing Cheaper Clean Energy Closer to Market – AZoCleantech

Solar Breakthrough Cuts Scarce Metal, Bringing Cheaper Clean Energy Closer to Market  AZoCleantechsource

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GenCost at Eight: how a decade of disruption reshaped the future of Australia’s energy system – pv magazine Australia

GenCost began as a straightforward research exercise: a way to track how electricity generation and storage technologies were changing, and what those shifts meant for Australia’s future energy system. When the first CSIRO-led cost projections were released in 2017, the work … Continue reading

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The summer solar surge is here for many. The challenge now is not scale, but flexibility – PV Tech

In May 2026, parts of Europe encountered a striking turning point. According to Epex Spot, electricity prices in France fell below zero at midday as solar output surged beyond what grids could absorb. At the same time, analysis from Bloomberg … Continue reading

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Zambia awards contracts for 312 MW decentralized solar programme – Enerdata

Energy and Climate DatabasesEnergy – Climate ForecastsMarket IntelligenceMarket AnalysisEnergy – Climate ScenariosClimate Strategy and Policy EvaluationTrainingThe Zambian government has awarded contracts to a consortium of five Chinese companies for the design, supply, and installation of 2 MW solar photovoltaic power plants … Continue reading

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31 MW agrivoltaic project kicks off construction in New Zealand – pv magazine Australia

New Zealand solar farm developer Lodestone Energy has conducted a ceremonial groundbreaking and blessing to kick start the construction of the 31.5 MWp Central Hawke’s Bay solar farm project.Located approximately 246 kilometres northeast of Wellington, the Central Hawke’s Bay project … Continue reading

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Saving Europe’s farmland: Agri-PV leads the way towards sustainable solar panel use – Yahoo

Saving Europe’s farmland: Agri-PV leads the way towards sustainable solar panel use  Yahoosource

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In Massachusetts, sheep came to a solar farm looking for shade and ended up mowing the grass beneath the – The Times of India

The TOI Science Desk stands as an inquisitive team of journalists, ceaselessly delving into the realms of discovery to curate a captivating collection of news, features, and articles from the vast and ever-evolving world of science for the readers of … Continue reading

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Partly cloudy day still pushes a solar array to 62 kWh, and owners know why – The Cool Down

© 2025 THE COOL DOWN COMPANY. All Rights Reserved. Do not sell or share my personal information. Reach us at hello@thecooldown.com.Performance depends on more than just the day’s forecast.Photo Credit: iStock It’s a misconception that you need a clear sky … Continue reading

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Axial strengthens its commitment to the Middle East with its incorporation into MESIA – Energía Estratégica

If you don't take a stand, others willThe global news and digital marketing platform for Renewable Energies. We create spaces designed to position companies in the sector.Copyright © Energía Estratégica 2026. source

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New solar panel auto-folds to avoid hail and storm damage, boosts yield by 40% – Interesting Engineering

From daily news and career tips to monthly insights on AI, sustainability, software, and more—pick what matters and get it in your inbox.Discover the engineering revolution transforming modern defense with Strength, Stealth, Speed: The Very Fast Future of Advanced DefenseAccess … Continue reading

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Solar panels built over an Australian vineyard did something unexpected: They improved grape acidity with – The Times of India

The TOI Science Desk stands as an inquisitive team of journalists, ceaselessly delving into the realms of discovery to curate a captivating collection of news, features, and articles from the vast and ever-evolving world of science for the readers of … Continue reading

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US will investigate solar cells from Ethiopia for potential tariff circumvention – Solar Power World

Solar Power WorldBy Kelly Pickerel | July 17, 2026After reviewing industry data, the Dept. of Commerce has decided to initiate a country-wide investigation to determine whether imports of silicon solar cells from Ethiopia using Chinese components are circumventing long-standing antidumping/countervailing … Continue reading

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China imposes new consumption tax on PV cells, batteries amid industry consolidation push – pv magazine Global

China’s Ministry of Finance (MOF) announced photovoltaic cells will be subject to a 2% consumption tax effective April 1, 2027. The tax rate will increase to 4% starting April 1, 2028. The tax is expected to accelerate capacity rationalization in … Continue reading

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Growatt strengthens technical training in Mexico with a masterclass on the hybrid inverter for residential solar energy – Energía Estratégica

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Japan’s 28th solar auction allocates 89.2 MW of PV capacity – pv magazine India

Japan’s Green Investment Promotion Organization has released the final results of its latest auction for utility-scale solar energy projects.The state-run agency said that 89.2 MW of PV projects were selected in the procurement exercise. It was Japan’s 28th auction for utility-scale solar and was … Continue reading

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Giving away excess daytime solar for free – pv magazine Global

When there is excess daytime solar you can give it away for free instead of dumping it. This is the new solar sharer retail tariff available in Australia.Families can absorb up to 24 kWh of free electricity per day between … Continue reading

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US will investigate solar cells from Ethiopia for potential tariff circumvention

After reviewing industry data, the Dept. of Commerce has decided to initiate a country-wide investigation to determine whether imports of silicon solar cells from Ethiopia using Chinese components are circumventing long-standing antidumping/countervailing duty (AD/CVD) orders on solar cells from China. … Continue reading

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The Philippines inaugurates first phase of massive solar-storage project – pv magazine India

An inauguration ceremony for the first phase of the MTerra Solar project, a large-scale solar-plus-storage facility in the Philippines, has taken place.Located in the provinces of Nueva Ecija and Bulacan on the Philippine island of Luzon, the project will deliver … Continue reading

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Huawei launches FusionSolar 9.0 Smart PV Solution – Manufacturing Today India

Huawei launches FusionSolar 9.0 Smart PV Solution  Manufacturing Today Indiasource

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China Solar PV News Snippets: China Launches First Smart Hydropower-Wind-Solar Operation AI Model & More – TaiyangNews

China has launched its first smart operation foundation model for integrated hydropower-wind-solar management. Jointly developed by SDIC Yalong River Hydropower Development Company, the National Climate Center, China Electric Power Research Institute (CEPRI), Huawei, and other partners, the system will support … Continue reading

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Shyam Rungta of Regain Energies Solutions Pvt. Ltd. On Building India’s Solar PV Recycling Ecosystem – First India

New Delhi : India’s renewable energy transition is accelerating rapidly, with solar power emerging as one of the country’s most important clean energy sources. Across the country, solar parks, rooftop installations, and manufacturing capacities are expanding at a fast pace. … Continue reading

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Construction begins on 31 MW agrivoltaic project in New Zealand – pv magazine Global

New Zealand solar farm developer Lodestone Energy has conducted a ceremonial groundbreaking and blessing to kick start the construction of the 31.5 MW Central Hawke’s Bay solar farm project.Located approximately 246 kilometres northeast of Wellington, the Central Hawke’s Bay project … Continue reading

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Agri-PV leads the way towards the sustainable use of solar panels – Euronews.com

Europe TodayEuronews' flagship morning TV show with the news and insights that drive Europe, live from Brussels every morning at 08.00. Also available as a newsletter and podcast.The RingThe Ring is Euronews’ weekly political showdown, where Europe’s toughest debates meet … Continue reading

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Asia sets the renewable energy floor and Europe pays the gap: solar at $36/MWh versus costs of up to $65/MWh – Energía Estratégica

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Bridging the workforce gap in commercial solar through integrated training models

The solar industry continues to face a persistent workforce challenge. The U.S. solar industry employed more than 280,000 workers in 2024, with solar-plus-storage employment reaching over 460,000 workers, reflecting rapid growth across the sector. Despite this expansion, the pipeline of … Continue reading

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Recycling a TV costs $2.75. Why Is Alberta charging $14 for a solar panel? – Calgary Herald

You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account.In Alberta, recycling an old television costs $2.75. Starting Oct. 1, recycling a solar panel — made of roughly 80 per cent glass, with … Continue reading

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Tongwei claims record-breaking 93.07% bifaciality factor for 770 W solar module – pv magazine Global

Chinese polysilicon and PV module manufacturer Tongwei announced it achieved a 93.08% bifaciality factor in a 770 W solar module based on tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) solar cell technology.The result, which represents a world record for the bifacial technology, … Continue reading

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Controversial solar project approved in Sussex Co. – WAVY.com

Controversial solar project approved in Sussex Co.  WAVY.comsource

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The Geopolitics of Solar Manufacturing and how can India Build a China-Alternative Supply Chain? – Energetica India Magazine

India’s manufacturing landscape has transformed significantly since 2020. Just five years ago, domestic manufacturing capacity was largely limited to module assembly, with extensive dependence on imported solar cells and wafers. Today, the picture looks substantially different. July 17, 2026. By … Continue reading

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PearlX announces solar system for Californian workforce housing site – Solar Builder

Energy infrastructure firm and capital partner PearlX has announced plans for a 224 kW solar energy system at Victorville, California’s Golden Sands Apartments. Established through a partnership between PearlX, Aspen Real Estate Financing, and the Housing Authority of San Bernardino, … Continue reading

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Bluebird Solar Secures 439.35 MW Solar Module Supply Order from NTPC Renewable Energy – SolarQuarter

Bluebird Solar Secures 439.35 MW Solar Module Supply Order from NTPC Renewable Energy  SolarQuartersource

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Global solar module output declined in 20205 amid industry reset – Green Building Africa

Global photovoltaic module manufacturing showed clear signs of strain in 2025, according to the China Photovoltaic Industry Association, with output declining even as installed capacity continued to grow.Total global module manufacturing capacity reached 1,430.2 GW, up 3.0% year on year, … Continue reading

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Chinese Researchers Push Perovskite-Organic Tandem Solar Cell Efficiency to 28.80% – energynews.pro

A team from the Institute of Chemistry of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has developed a photo-transformable additive enabling perovskite-organic tandem solar cells to reach a certified efficiency of 28.04%, a world record according to the researchers.Free account in seconds … Continue reading

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Oman invests in 6-GW integrated solar cell, module factory at home – 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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Coal India Commissions 200 MW of 300 MW Khavda Solar Project – Saur Energy

0By clicking the button, I accept the Terms of Use of the service and its Privacy Policy, as well as consent to the processing of personal data.Don’t have an account? Signup Powered by : Share of RE In India’s Total … Continue reading

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Emmvee Photovoltaic Targets ₹2,400 Crore FY27 EBITDA and Plans ₹5,500 Crore Expansion – Sahi

Emmvee Photovoltaic is aggressively expanding its solar manufacturing capacity with a ₹5,500 crore capex, backed by ₹3,300 crore in low-cost debt (sub-8%). The company has projected an EBITDA target of ₹2,200 crore to ₹2,400 crore for FY27, driven by higher … Continue reading

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Green Lake Plan Commission approves solar array despite objections – Ripon Commonwealth Press

GREEN LAKE CITY HALL ReporterA proposal to install a solar array at the Green Lake County Government Center sparked sharp criticism Monday before the city of Green Lake Plan Commission approved the project’s site plan in a 5-2 vote.GREEN LAKE … Continue reading

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