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Brussels – Jobs linked to clean energy technologies are on the rise in the European Union, but the persistent shortage of skilled labour risks slowing future growth. This problem is compounded by the challenge of inclusion posed by the under-representation of women and young people in the renewables sector, according to a report published today (9 September) by the European Environment Agency (EEA). 
In 2024, employment in the global energy sector rose by 2.2 per cent, compared with 1.3 per cent growth in employment across the wider economy. Against this backdrop, the EU ranks second, with a total of 1.8 million jobs directly or indirectly linked to renewable energy. China ranks first, with 7 million jobs in the clean energy sector. 
Examining four clean energy technologies, the report explains that wind energy employs the most workers, with an estimated 273,500 direct jobs in the EU in 2023. 77 per cent of these are concentrated in the downstream activities segment (maintenance, energy contracting, and sales administration), followed by manufacturing. Solar photovoltaic (PV) technology directly employed over 227,000 people in 2023: around half were employed in operational activities, and 36 per cent in the construction segment (including infrastructure works, site preparation, and grid connection), although PV system production in the EU remains limited. The heat pump sector employed around 80,100 workers in 2023, mainly in the construction segment (65 per cent), and has significant potential for further growth across the EU. The battery sector, although smaller (around 33,000 workers), recorded the fastest employment growth among the four technologies over the period 2018–2023, with most jobs concentrated in manufacturing.
 Geographically, the situation across the EU is “uneven”. “Germany accounts for the largest absolute workforce in wind (125,000 jobs in 2023), solar PV (nearly 84,000 jobs) and batteries (12,300 jobs), though not the largest share of total employment,” the report explains. “Portugal, Spain and Italy lead in heat pump jobs, while Hungary and Poland show the fastest employment growth in batteries,” it adds. 
However, the report highlights that employment growth in the clean energy sector does not automatically translate into inclusive labour markets: female participation ranges from 26 per cent in the wind power and battery sectors to just 14 per cent in the heat pump sector; furthermore, in 2023, young workers (aged between 15 and 24) accounted for only 6–7 per cent of the workforce in the wind power, solar photovoltaic and heat pump sectors. 
For this reason, the EEA’s warning is clear: “Skill shortages threaten the deployment of clean energy technologies and most Member States report gaps in critical installation- and construction-related technical roles. Coordinated policy action is needed to expand training, reskilling and workforce availability at scale.”
According to the Agency, the quality of work also “varies considerably” depending on the technologies and segments of the value chain. “Wages in the heat pump sector are around 40 per cent lower than in wind, the highest-paid of the four sectors,” the report notes. Operations and maintenance roles, more common in wind energy, “tend to offer stable employment and stronger access to training. Construction and installation roles in solar PV and heat pumps are more project-based, more exposed to physical risks such as extreme temperatures, and offer fewer training opportunities.” Finally, “battery manufacturing’s impact on workers’ health and safety, as well as on local communities and the environment, remains a persistent source of concern.” In this context, the report calls for “coordinated policy action to expand training and reskilling, alongside improvements in job quality, to attract and retain workers in a sector facing acute shortages.”
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Solar energy is the cheapest in history, but it does have some issues. A continuing challenge in large-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) deployments is land use, which can be overcome with agrivoltaics particularly when integrated into controlled environmental agriculture. Agrivoltaics is the combination of solar energy and agriculture. Many crops increase their output with solar in the fields but less has been done with solar panels integrated into greenhouse rooftops. For greenhouse rooftops generally semi-transparent solar panels are used. Agrivoltaic greenhouses work well with tomatoes. Peppers are another common food crop grown in controlled environmental agriculture like greenhouses, but research investigating impacts of different semi-transparent photovoltaic agrivoltaic systems on hot peppers in northern regions was lacking. For this, a new study investigated the impact of partial solar shading on hot peppers in greenhouse.
In the study a group of six semi-transparent photovoltaic modules with different materials, transparencies, and spectrum filtrations were deployed in greenhouses to compare their impacts on an Italian spicy peppers, Piccante De Cayenna, with those in the control greenhouse in Ilderton, Ontario.
Plant height, leaf chlorophyll content, and fresh harvested weight were measured. All the agrivoltaic treatments increased yield, however, 50%-transparent thin film-blue increased by 78%, 69%-transparent, red-colored luminescent solar concentrator crystalline silicon increased by 91%, and 44%-transparent patterned crystalline silicon solar cells improved yields by 138% compared to controls. The bottom line is you can get more than twice as much peppers by choosing agrivoltaic shading carefully.
Rooftop agrivoltaic energy simulations were conducted in SAM for a 1-acre greenhouse model whose rooftops can be integrated by the top three performing agrivoltaic modules. 123 kWdc for 50%-thin film-blue would produce 137,452 kWh/acre (278% of greenhouse needs) and the 69%- luminescent solar concentrator -red would house 98 kWdc covering 99,182 kWh/acre that is more than 200% of needs, and finally 266 kWdc for the 44%-c-Si would generate 255,297 kWh/acre annually and potentially produce over 516% of the greenhouse's annual loads. All three of the top selections could power the greenhouses and have energy left over for other applications or to feet back to the grid.
The study concluded that the agrivoltaic greenhouses with semi-transparent solar modules that produced the highest yield of spicy peppers could also operate as net-sustainable energy exporters.
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A new funding framework introduces higher grants for lower-income households and, for the first time, dedicated support for battery systems alongside solar and heat pumps.
Croatian Minister for Environmental Protection and Green Transition Marija Vučković has presented a subsidy scheme for residential renewable energy systems, battery storage and heat pumps. The proposal has entered public consultation, with a total of €38 million in funding to be administered by the Fund for Environmental Protection and Energy Efficiency (FZOEU).
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This marks the first time Zagreb is supporting the installation of storage systems, as FZOEU Director Luka Balen emphasised at the programme’s launch, also highlighting significantly increased subsidies for photovoltaic systems.
A key element of the programme is that households affected by energy poverty receive higher grants than more affluent households. Zagreb is supporting the installation of photovoltaic systems, storage and heat pumps with grants covering up to 50 percent of eligible costs, rising to 70 percent for lower-income households. Eligibility depends on total household income: households with an average monthly income below €1,341.42 in 2025 qualify for the additional support.
Based on these percentages, subsidies for heat pumps range from €6,250 to €8,750. For photovoltaic systems, households can expect between €6,000 and €8,400. Battery system installations are supported with grants of between €5,600 and €7,840 per system. The government is allocating the funds differently depending on the technology: €10 million is earmarked for heat pumps for hot water preparation, €20 million for solar power systems and an additional €8 million for battery storage.
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The programme is aimed at owners and co-owners of single-family homes who live in the building where the system is to be installed. The building must have been legally constructed and comply with the relevant technical requirements. For heat pump installations, the house must have energy class C if located inland. Coastal properties must achieve at least energy class B. (su)
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“Generators also frequently break down, leaving us without electricity when we need it.”
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In the northeastern Syrian city of Qamishli, some families are selling gold and jewelry to pay for rooftop solar panels as unreliable public electricity and rising generator prices strain household budgets.
For many households, the economics are becoming hard to ignore. With round-the-clock generator power climbing toward $250 a month, solar is starting to look like the cheaper long-term option.
According to Rudaw, more residents in Qamishli are choosing solar systems as they juggle inconsistent grid electricity and steeper private generator bills. The upfront price is still hard for many families to meet, leading some to borrow from relatives or sell gold and jewelry.
Fadi Jardo, a solar panel supplier in Qamishli, told Rudaw that a household that needs 10 amperes continuously would spend roughly $200 to $250 each month — nearly $3,000 over a year — because private service costs “$20 to $25 per ampere per month.”
Jardo said the price comparison is changing minds: “That is why residents are considering [buying] solar panels, because for the same price they can get a complete system that provides 20 amperes of electricity, with lithium batteries that have warranties ranging from five to 15 years. There are also cheaper systems available between $1,000 and $1,500 that can provide eight amperes of electricity.”
Generator operators are feeling the impact of that shift. Mohammed Marwan, who runs a private generator serving about 250 subscribers, told Rudaw that the amount of power he supplies fell from 1,300 amperes to 300 amperes as more residents installed solar panels.
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Fuel prices remain central to generator costs. Marwan told Rudaw he buys diesel at about $3.03 per gallon (80 cents per liter), though some of his fuel is subsidized at roughly 4 cents per gallon (about one cent per liter). Rudaw reported that local authorities in Qamishli set July’s generator rate at $25 per ampere for 24-hour service, while an unsubsidized eight-hour option was set at $12 per ampere.
Ala Rezan, a Qamishli resident who installed a system, said, “In Qamishli, all these private generators have caused dirty smoke and very disturbing noise throughout the neighborhoods and the city. In addition, their wires hang over streets and buildings like spider webs, making the city look ugly.”
To make systems more attainable, some suppliers in Qamishli are offering credit or short installment arrangements. 
Jardo said, “Some people whom we know personally and who are not in a good financial situation are sold panels on credit or through short-term installment plans as a form of assistance so that they can benefit from them.”
Getting equipment into the region is another obstacle. Jardo told Rudaw that traders route supplies from Jordan and the Turkish port city of Mersin to Damascus before moving them into northeast Syria, while customs fees on other routes can sharply raise costs.
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Rezan said, “Generators also frequently break down, leaving us without electricity when we need it. That is why solar energy is a more suitable and reliable solution.”
Qamishli’s move toward solar reflects a wider trend: When electricity gets too expensive or too unreliable, households start looking for more dependable options. These articles look at how that is playing out in places dealing with steep power bills, energy-security pressures, limited grid access, and the question of what solar really costs.
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Across very different places, the calculation looks familiar. Solar ultimately comes down to cost, reliability, and access — the same pressures driving families in northeast Syria to seek dependable power.
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Rubis, global fuel distributor, signed a deal to install an 8-megawatt (MW) capacity solar plant in Jamaica in June, part of a renewable energy push that accompanied half-year financial results released Tuesday.
The Caribbean remains the group’s most important region by earnings, even as its profit margin now trails Africa’s.
“Rubis delivered a strong first-half performance in a volatile and high oil price environment, driven by solid activity levels, disciplined execution and active commercial management,” managing partners Clarisse Gobin-Swiecznik, Jean-Christian Bergeron and Marc Jacquot said in a statement accompanying the results.
The Caribbean generated €124 million of earnings before interest, taxation, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) on revenue of €1.81 billion in the first half, the largest earnings contribution of any Rubis region. Africa followed with €122 million of EBITDA on revenue of €1.73 billion. Europe was third, with earnings of some €78 million. On a margin basis, Africa’s EBITDA came in at just over 7.0 per cent of revenue, narrowly ahead of the Caribbean’s roughly 6.9 per cent.
Africa led on volume throughout the half, selling 1.55 million cubic metres against the Caribbean’s 1.32 million. But Caribbean volumes rose 10 per cent year-on-year, more than Africa’s 3.0 per cent growth — a sign the region added considerably more product without a matching increase in profitability.
“In the Caribbean, Guyana remained one of the main contributors to volume growth, although margins were under pressure in a context of high oil price, while Haiti continued its recovery trajectory, supported by increased network activity and improving profitability,” Rubis stated in the preface to its financials.
On the solar deal, Rubis flagged it directly among its half-year highlights: “Half-year highlight — signing of an 8 MW project in Jamaica in June 2026.” The agreement follows an earlier solar installation drive two years ago. Group-wide, Rubis installed an additional 166 MW of solar plants and solutions during the half, up a third year-on-year, bringing its total installed solar capacity to 799 MW.
The Jamaica solar signing extends a commercial and industrial renewables push that Rubis is running across Africa and the Caribbean separately from Photosol, its French utility-scale renewables arm. The company operates in Jamaica through its wholly owned subsidiary, Rubis Energy Jamaica.
On supply security, the group said events in the Middle East did not negatively affect its operations or its ability to supply customers during the half, noting it has no operating activity in the region and manages sourcing regionally through diversified contracts.
Looking ahead, Rubis said it expects “sustained high oil prices to weigh on demand” globally through the remainder of its financial year. “However, at regional level, in the Caribbean, activity will remain supported by continued recovery in Haiti, tourism dynamism, and the development of the Guyana and Suriname economies,” the company added.
The Paris-listed company reported EBITDA of €434 million for the six months to June 30, up 18 per cent, on revenue of €4.07 billion. Net income rose 17 per cent to €191 million. Rubis raised its full-year EBITDA guidance to a range of €775 million to €825 million, from €740 million to €790 million previously.
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A Texas factory just handed Enphase a credible claim on the AI data-center power market, and SolarEdge surged even harder despite announcing nothing at all.
Market Movers desk. Editor: David Moadel.

Solar names caught a midday bid on a manufacturing milestone tied to AI data-center power infrastructure. Enphase Energy (NASDAQ:ENPH | ENPH Price Prediction) said power modules for its IQ Solid-State Transformer, or IQ SST, are now being built at its Arlington, Texas facility, enabling full-scale racks to be assembled and validated for prospective data-center customers. SolarEdge Technologies (NASDAQ:SEDG) stock rallied in sympathy, boosted by its own SST platform aimed at the same AI-factory opportunity.
The Invesco Solar ETF (NYSEARCA:TAN) is up 3% on the session. Meanwhile, the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSEARCA:SPY) is down 0.42%, framing solar as a clear day-of outperformer against a softer broad-market tape.
Enphase stock is up 5% to $38.31, extending its year-to-date gain to 20%. At the same time, SolarEdge stock is climbing 6% to $36.34, an outsized reaction given that the company hasn’t announced any news of its own today.
Each IQ SST power module is rated at 4 kW, and hundreds combine into a rack with capacity up to 5 MW. The design converts medium-voltage AC (13.8 kV or 34.5 kV) directly to 800-volt DC, with sub-millisecond response to the sharp load swings AI training and inference workloads generate, reducing the need for battery buffering next to every compute rack.
Co-founder and chief product officer Raghu Belur explained that hundreds of modules together make a multi-megawatt rack, and Enphase scales by repeating the same compact module rather than building larger power-conversion systems. The modules share their form factor and production process with the company’s microinverters, which makes the Texas milestone credible rather than a paper design.
Enphase’s management flagged customer engagement across hyperscalers, neoclouds, colocation providers, EPCs, and server providers, with opportunities at the RFI and RFP stages representing potential demand totaling multiple gigawatts. Full-system demonstrations remain on track for later this year, with customer pilots beginning in 2027 and commercial shipments in 2028.
SolarEdge’s own SST platform targets the same AI-factory build-out, and CEO Shuki Nir has framed the effort as addressing “the significant opportunity in AI factories.” On the company’s August 5 earnings call, SolarEdge said prospective customer engineering teams viewed a working prototype convert medium-voltage AC to a regulated 800-volt DC bus at 99% efficiency across a range of power levels.
SolarEdge’s roadmap points to a working lab system by the end of 2026, pilot installations in 2027, and volume shipments in 2028, mirroring Enphase’s commercialization schedule. Both names remain pre-revenue on the data-center side, and SolarEdge’s investor day on September 10, 2026 sits two days out as its next scheduled disclosure moment.
First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR), the largest U.S. solar manufacturer, sits outside the SST story, though its 45.1-gigawatt contracted backlog through 2030 keeps it central to any broader rotation into domestic solar. First Solar stock is down 19% year to date, entering today’s sector move from a much weaker anchor than its two rallying sector peers.
The Invesco Solar ETF’s 3% session gain lags both SST-linked names by a wide margin, suggesting today’s bid is concentrated in the two companies with an explicit AI-data-center power narrative. That divergence underscores how selective the tape has been within the solar complex.
The AI-power thesis in solar names now has a factory address. A signed contract with a data-center operator remains ahead, and Enphase’s next tangible catalyst is a full-system IQ SST demonstration targeted for November, followed by customer pilots in 2027 and commercial shipments in 2028. SolarEdge’s Thursday investor day could validate today’s sympathy bid with firmer numbers around its data-center opportunity.
The bulls can argue that Enphase’s Texas line proves a residential-solar manufacturer can credibly extend into medium-voltage data-center gear using its existing production base. The bears could counter that SolarEdge outran Enphase today on no company-specific news, suggesting part of the move is a sector-wide bid that could fade if AI-power sentiment cools.
Investors sizing their exposure should treat both names as speculative AI-adjacent positions rather than solar-industrial staples, keeping their allocations modest ahead of SolarEdge’s investor day and Enphase’s late-year system demonstration. Position sizing matters more than usual given the pre-revenue status of both SST platforms.
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According to the latest IndexBox report on the global Steel Mounting Brackets Photovoltaic market, the market enters 2026 with broader demand fundamentals, more disciplined procurement behavior, and a more regionally diversified supply architecture.
The world steel mounting brackets photovoltaic market is entering a phase of sustained expansion, underpinned by the accelerating global transition to solar energy. As photovoltaic capacity additions continue to climb, the structural hardware that anchors and supports solar panels is becoming an increasingly critical component of the balance-of-system. This report analyzes the market from 2026 to 2035, providing a comprehensive view of demand drivers, supply dynamics, trade flows, and competitive positioning. The market is projected to double in volume by 2035, reaching 12 to 15 million metric tons, as annual solar installations exceed 600 GW in 2026 and continue their upward trajectory.
Key growth factors include the declining levelized cost of solar energy, aggressive decarbonization mandates across major economies, and the rising penetration of single-axis tracker systems, which require heavier and more standardized steel components. China remains the dominant production hub, accounting for over 60% of global manufacturing capacity, though trade barriers and localization incentives are gradually reshaping supply chains toward regional clusters.
The report segments demand by end-use sectors, including utility-scale ground-mount projects, commercial and industrial rooftops, residential installations, floating solar, and agrivoltaics, each with distinct structural requirements and growth prospects. It also examines the impact of advanced corrosion-resistant coatings, such as zinc-aluminum-magnesium and hot-dip galvanizing, which add 10-20% to unit costs but extend system lifespan in harsh environments. Steel price volatility and trade fragmentation remain key challenges, yet the overall outlook is robust, with innovation in product design and manufacturing processes enabling suppliers to meet the evolving needs of the solar industry.
The baseline scenario for the steel mounting brackets photovoltaic market points to robust growth through 2035, with global volume expected to double from 6-8 million metric tons in 2026 to 12-15 million metric tons by 2035. This translates to a compound annual growth rate of approximately 7-8% over the forecast period, driven by sustained increases in solar PV capacity additions worldwide. The market is supported by several structural factors: the continued cost competitiveness of solar energy, policy commitments to net-zero emissions, and the growing preference for utility-scale ground-mount installations that demand heavy-gauge steel brackets.
Single-axis tracker systems, which require more robust structural support, are expected to capture a larger share of new installations, further boosting steel intensity per megawatt. Regional dynamics will shift as localization policies in the United States, European Union, and India encourage domestic manufacturing, while China’s dominance in production gradually moderates. The commercial and industrial segment will also contribute to growth, particularly in regions with high electricity prices and corporate renewable procurement targets.
However, the market faces headwinds from steel price volatility, which has historically fluctuated by 40-60% within single years, creating margin pressure for fixed-price contracts. Trade barriers, including anti-dumping duties on Chinese-origin racking, are fragmenting global supply chains and raising compliance costs. Despite these challenges, technological advancements in corrosion-resistant coatings and modular mounting designs are expected to create premium product segments growing 2-3% faster than standard grades.
Overall, the market is poised for steady expansion, with opportunities for manufacturers that can offer integrated solutions, ensure supply chain resilience, and adapt to regional certification requirements.
Utility-scale ground-mount solar parks are the largest consumer of steel mounting brackets, accounting for over half of global volume. These projects require heavy-gauge steel rails, piles, and clamps to support thousands of PV modules across vast areas. The trend toward single-axis trackers, which optimize energy yield by following the sun, has increased the steel intensity per megawatt, as trackers demand more robust structural components to withstand wind and mechanical loads. Through 2035, this segment will continue to expand as countries build gigawatt-scale solar farms to meet decarbonization targets.
Demand-side indicators include the pipeline of announced utility-scale projects, auction results, and corporate power purchase agreements. Manufacturers are responding with high-throughput roll-forming lines to produce standardized components at scale, while also offering integrated solutions that include fasteners and grounding hardware to simplify procurement for EPC contractors. Current trend: Dominant and growing, driven by large solar parks and tracker systems.
Major trends: Shift toward single-axis tracker systems increasing steel demand per MW, Consolidation of procurement by large EPC contractors and developers, Adoption of advanced corrosion-resistant coatings for desert and coastal sites, and Localization of manufacturing to comply with trade policies.
Representative participants: Nextracker, Array Technologies, GameChange Solar, PV Hardware, and Schletter Group.
Commercial and industrial (C&I) rooftop solar installations represent a significant and growing share of steel mounting bracket demand. Businesses are increasingly installing solar to reduce energy costs, meet ESG targets, and hedge against volatile electricity prices. Rooftop systems require lightweight yet durable steel mounting solutions, including L-feet, rails, and clamps that can be installed without penetrating the roof membrane. The trend toward larger rooftop systems, often exceeding 1 MW, is driving demand for standardized steel components that can be quickly installed. Through 2035, the C&I segment will benefit from corporate renewable procurement and government incentives for distributed generation.
Demand-side indicators include commercial building construction, electricity tariff trends, and corporate sustainability commitments. Manufacturers are developing ballasted mounting systems for flat roofs and adjustable tilt brackets to optimize solar exposure, while also focusing on ease of installation to reduce labor costs. Current trend: Steady growth supported by corporate sustainability goals and high electricity prices.
Major trends: Growth of corporate power purchase agreements and on-site generation, Development of ballasted and non-penetrating mounting systems, Integration of solar with building management systems, and Rising demand for aesthetically pleasing and low-profile mounting designs.
Representative participants: Unirac, Ironridge, K2 Systems, Mounting Systems, and Schletter Group.
Residential solar installations account for a smaller but stable share of steel mounting bracket demand. Homeowners install solar to reduce electricity bills and increase energy independence, often supported by net metering policies and tax incentives. Residential systems typically use lighter steel rails and clamps, with a growing preference for integrated mounting solutions that are easy to install and aesthetically pleasing. The segment is mature in markets like Australia, Germany, and parts of the United States, but is expanding in emerging economies as financing options improve and electricity costs rise.
Through 2035, residential demand will be driven by the electrification of homes, including heat pumps and electric vehicles, which increases household electricity consumption and the value of rooftop solar. Demand-side indicators include residential construction, solar financing availability, and retail electricity rates. Manufacturers are focusing on pre-assembled kits and color-matched components to appeal to homeowners, while also ensuring compliance with local building codes and wind/snow load requirements. Current trend: Moderate growth, with increasing adoption of rooftop solar in emerging markets.
Major trends: Integration of solar with battery storage systems, Growth of community solar and virtual net metering, Development of solar shingles and building-integrated photovoltaics, and Increasing use of digital tools for system design and installation.
Representative participants: Ironridge, Unirac, K2 Systems, Clenergy, and Mounting Systems.
Floating solar installations are emerging as a fast-growing niche for steel mounting brackets, particularly in countries with limited land availability and abundant water bodies. These systems require specialized steel floats and mounting structures that can withstand water exposure, wave action, and corrosion. The steel used in floating solar must be heavily protected, often with hot-dip galvanizing or specialized coatings, to ensure a 25-year lifespan in aquatic environments. Through 2035, floating solar is expected to grow at a double-digit rate, driven by the co-location of solar with hydroelectric reservoirs, water treatment facilities, and aquaculture ponds.
Demand-side indicators include the number of floating solar projects in development, water body availability, and government support for innovative solar applications. Manufacturers are developing modular floating platforms that integrate steel brackets with high-density polyethylene floats, while also addressing challenges related to mooring and electrical safety. Current trend: Rapid growth from a small base, driven by land constraints and water conservation benefits.
Major trends: Co-location with hydroelectric dams to utilize existing grid infrastructure, Development of large-scale floating solar parks in Asia and Europe, Advancements in corrosion-resistant steel alloys and coatings, and Integration with water management and aquaculture systems.
Representative participants: Ciel & Terre, BayWa r.e, Trina Solar, JA Solar, and Sungrow.
Agrivoltaics, the co-location of solar panels with crop or livestock production, is an emerging segment that is gaining traction as a way to optimize land use and provide additional revenue streams for farmers. Steel mounting brackets in agrivoltaic systems are often elevated to allow sunlight to reach crops and to permit farming equipment to pass underneath. This requires taller structures and more robust steel components, increasing the steel intensity per megawatt compared to standard ground-mount systems.
Through 2035, agrivoltaics is expected to grow significantly, driven by policies that encourage dual-use of agricultural land and research demonstrating benefits such as reduced water evaporation and improved crop yields in certain climates. Demand-side indicators include agricultural land prices, government incentives for agrivoltaics, and farmer adoption rates. Manufacturers are developing adjustable tilt systems that can be optimized for both solar generation and crop growth, as well as structures that integrate with irrigation systems. Current trend: Emerging segment with high growth potential, combining solar generation with agriculture.
Major trends: Government incentives for dual-use solar and agriculture, Research on crop yields and microclimate effects under solar panels, Development of elevated mounting systems for machinery access, and Integration with precision agriculture and water management.
Representative participants: Nextracker, Array Technologies, GameChange Solar, Schletter Group, and Sun’Agri.
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Asia-Pacific is the largest market for steel mounting brackets photovoltaic, driven by massive solar capacity additions in China and India. China alone accounts for over 60% of global manufacturing capacity and remains the primary supplier of steel brackets. India’s ambitious renewable targets and localization policies are boosting domestic production. Southeast Asia is emerging as a new manufacturing hub due to trade diversions and lower labor costs. Direction: Dominant and growing, led by China, India, and Southeast Asia.
North America is a significant market, driven by the Inflation Reduction Act and corporate renewable procurement. The United States is imposing tariffs on Chinese-origin steel racking, prompting manufacturers to establish local production. Canada and Mexico are also expanding solar capacity. Demand for tracker systems is high, supporting steel bracket consumption. Direction: Steady growth, with reshoring and trade barriers shaping supply.
Europe is a mature market with strong policy support for solar, including the REPowerEU plan. The region is increasingly localizing production to reduce dependence on Chinese imports. Demand is driven by utility-scale projects and commercial rooftops, with a growing interest in agrivoltaics and floating solar. Steel bracket suppliers are investing in advanced coating technologies to meet environmental standards. Direction: Moderate growth, with focus on sustainability and localization.
Latin America is an emerging market with abundant solar resources and declining project costs. Chile and Brazil are leading in utility-scale solar, while Mexico has significant potential. The region is attractive for steel bracket manufacturers due to low labor costs and proximity to the United States. However, political and economic instability can affect investment. Direction: Emerging growth, with Chile, Brazil, and Mexico leading.
The Middle East and Africa are witnessing rapid solar development, with countries like Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and South Africa investing heavily in utility-scale projects. The region’s desert climate requires corrosion-resistant steel brackets, creating a premium segment. Logistics and local manufacturing are developing, but import dependence remains high. Direction: Rapid growth from a low base, driven by large-scale solar projects.
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A council has agreed to formally object to plans for a huge solar farm on Lincolnshire farmland.
Meridian Solar Farm Limited is seeking permission for a 40-year development consent order to build a solar farm on about 2,700 acres (1,092 hectares) of land near Spalding.
At a Lincolnshire County Council meeting on Monday, councillors described the plans as a "large-scale industrialisation" of the countryside and an example of "greed".
However, David Vernon, from Meridian Solar Farm Limited, said the project would "provide domestic, renewable energy at a time when it is most needed".
According to the Local Democracy Reporting Service, the solar farm would have a peak generation capacity of 750MW, which would be transferred to Weston Marsh Substation B – which is not yet built – by a fresh set of pylons.
Councillor Martin Hill said: "They're already putting an application in before they've even got a connection – which tells you of the undue speed and haste and greed."
Councillor James Bean said, until the Weston Marsh substation is in place, there would be no guarantee the project would be deliverable.
Councillors were told there are 13 public rights of way either partially or fully within the proposed project area.
Bean added: "This is not a small-scale site, but a large-scale industrialisation of productive green land over a huge area of Lincolnshire.
"When considered in conjunction with other solar projects in Lincolnshire, this constitutes an overburden on Lincolnshire residents for national benefit."
Vernon said: "The Meridian Solar Farm project will make a significant contribution to energy security in the UK, providing energy for up to 215,000 homes each year."
He said it was "critical" Meridian Solar Farm and other large-scale renewable projects were progressed "to ensure the clean energy projects contribute to the national need as soon as practicable".
Vernon said the company had worked closely with Lincolnshire County Council on its proposals.
"Across multiple rounds of consultation, we have sought to take on board their views and feedback where possible," he added.
The solar farm is classed as a Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP), which means the decision to allow it will be determined by the government, rather than a local council.
The plans are currently undergoing examination by the Planning Inspectorate. Hearings took place on Tuesday.
The council will make its representation to the secretary of state in which it will recommend to the government that the application should be refused.
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Emergency crews remain at the Summerside Sunbank active fire scene as of 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 8, as the response continues.
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The City of Summerside’s latest update on the situation is that little has changed since the previous early morning update and the previous evacuation and shelter-in-place notices remain in place.
“At this stage, response efforts are essentially a waiting game while conditions continue to be closely monitored,” said the city’s latest statement. 
The city also said that water and air testing around the site is ongoing. Emergency responders are also working with the battery’s manufacturer to find the best way to fight the fire and contain it. Efforts are also underway to try and keep the fire from spreading to neighbouring batteries.
As a result of the ongoing situation, all Three Oaks family of schools were closed Sept. 8.
Credit Union Place will remain closed until further notice.
The shelter-in-place notice remains in effect. Residents in the immediate area, including Bayview Drive, Seaweed Road and South Drive, as well as anyone in other areas experiencing a noticeable change in air quality, are asked to continue following the previously issued guidance — remain indoors where possible, keep windows and doors closed, turn off ventilation systems that draw outside air into the home and avoid unnecessary travel through areas where smoke is present.
Emergency officials continue to monitor conditions and assess the situation.
While the emergency crews battled the fire, the city established a reception centre at the St. Eleanor’s Community Centre on West Drive. That facility often functions as an emergency shelter, particularly in the winter during weather warnings or blackouts, so it is kept ready to go when need be.

“It’s set up for a shelter, there are mats and blankets here and everything if needed,” said Heather Thomas with the City of Summerside, who was volunteering at the centre during the voluntary evacuation. “Right now, it’s just open if people want information, or want a coffee or a place to sit and charge up their phones or whatever.”

On Sept. 7, the first day of the Sunbank fire, volunteers opened the centre at around 1 p.m. and remained open until 9 p.m. During that time, Thomas said around five people had come in. The morning of Sept. 8, meanwhile, had been quiet. 

As the evacuation was a voluntary one, the centre was not set up to accommodate overnight stays or provide meals.

“(You can) decompress for a minute and figure out if you’ve gotta make long-term or longer arrangements, or more temporary,” said Kevin Bolton, another centre volunteer with the city.

That said, the centre was able to provide what information was available at the time for those who were in need of a place to stay until the fire was extinguished and the evacuation and shelter in place advisories lift.

When the Journal Pioneer stopped by the shelter, the fire was under control but not out, and Thomas said she expected the shelter could remain open Wednesday, Sept. 9, as well.

“When I drove here, I drove up South Drive, and I could see the smoke,” said Thomas. “It’s still actively burning.” 
In a news release from the evening of Sept. 7, Summerside Deputy Mayor Cory Snow provided a timeline of events:
Shortly before 7 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 7, while initial assessments were made, a shelter-in-place was issued for the St. Eleanor’s and South Drive area due to potential hazardous smoke from the fire. Residents in that area were asked to remain indoors, keep windows and doors closed, and turn off ventilation systems that bring outside air into their homes.
At around 1:30 p.m., as conditions continued to be assessed and out of an abundance of caution regarding the potential for hazardous smoke, the city issued a voluntary evacuation notice urging residents within approximately 500 metres of the Solar Farm to evacuate the area.
Summerside Police Services completed door to door notices to all residents and businesses affected by the evacuation radius.
A reception centre was established at the St. Eleanors Community Centre, located at 1 West Dr., for residents who require assistance or a place to go.
“We want to be clear: The voluntary evacuation was and continues to be a precaution related to smoke conditions. The fire itself remains contained. Weather conditions appear favourable for the next 12-24 hours,” said Snow.
Summerside Fire Department, Summerside Police Services and the Provincial Emergency Measures Organization are all involved in the response and continue to monitor the situation closely.
Residents are asked to follow the direction of emergency personnel, avoid the immediate area where possible and continue watching the city’s official channels for updates.
“Thank you to our emergency responders, corresponding staff and to our residents for your patience and co-operation as we continue to manage this situation,” said Snow.
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Africa’s solar panel manufacturing capacity is set to increase to quadruple this year, according to a new report from thinktank Ember.
Ember’s latest report, developed in collaboration with Africa Tech Futures Lab, says solar panel manufacturing output will quadruple as 2 GW of manufacturing plants in Egypt and around 500 MW in Tanzania come online. Panel manufacturing capacity across a further six countries – Morocco, South Africa, Algeria, Tunisia, Nigeria and Kenya – is expected to reach around 1 GW.
The report points out that data for assessing solar panel manufacturing capacity in Africa is extremely limited, with little publicly-available documentation.
Dave Jones, Ember chief analyst and co-author of the report, told pv magazine that Africa’s large-scale solar manufacturing factories in Egypt, Ethiopia and Tanzania are likely trying to keep a low profile to avoid unwanted attention from the US authorities, who are aiming to reduce solar imports into the country. 
“However, many smaller solar manufacturing plants across Africa are increasing capacity, and although companies are keen to make press announcements, these announcements offer very little detail on manufacturing line capacity and even less on actual manufacturing volume,” he added.
The report adds that the new panel manufacturing capacity in Egypt and Tanzania is predominantly geared toward export to the US, where prices are much higher for Chinese panels due to US tariffs on Chinese goods.
While the other six mentioned countries are geared more towards supporting domestic growth, the report adds that up to 94% of the panels installed in Africa today are still imported from China.
According to data from Ember’s China’s Solar PV Export Explorer, China imported 19 GW of PV cells and 9 GW of PV wafers into Africa in the the 2.5 years to June 2026. Over the same time period, Africa manufactured just 2.7 GW of PV panels.
“We think that, in a small part, this reflects the step-up in African solar manufacturing that will continue into late 2026 and beyond. But we think the majority would not actually be imported into the country, but rather re-shipped most likely to the US,” the report says. “Customs in most African countries do not report imports of cells and wafers, so there is no data there that helps to clarify.”
Upcoming changes to US tariffs, which are set to make imports of PV cells and panels more expensive from December this year, could reduce the ability of African nations to sell cells and panels into the US. The tariff changes follows China’s removal of its 9% export VAT earlier this year.
“This could mean solar panels end up being used domestically,” the report continues. “This would replace Chinese imports and ultimately mean Africa becomes more directly self-sufficient.”
Jones also told pv magazine that Chinese solar panels remain the biggest barrier to building solar supply chains in Africa. 
“[Chinese panels] are extremely high quality and, at $80 or so a panel, fall into the ‘ridiculously cheap’ category,” he explained. “Africa imported just $2.4 billion of solar panels in the last 12 months, so the import bill is not big, and the value-add that countries can achieve will be small, so when countries consider solar, they need to do it in a cheap and long-term way.”
Jones added the complimenting clean technologies justify more urgency in terms of supply chains. The report highlights that Africa is already importing more dollars of batteries than solar panels from China, while Jones said that EVs, grid tech and wind turbines are also rising.
“African countries should be developing an overall cleantech industrial supply chain that seeks to leapfrog the old energy world of ‘import oil and gas, import cars, import power plants’,” Jones said.
Additional headline figures from the report indicate that a record 17 GW of solar will be installed in Africa this year, equivalent to around 100,000 solar panels a day, with a total 36 of Africa’s 54 countries on track to install a record amount of solar in 2026.
The report adds that three quarters of Africa’s solar growth is distributed solar, made up of small-scale customer-side PV systems installed mostly on rooftops. Of the estimated 26 GW of solar added in Africa between 2023 and 2025, the report says distributed solar accounted for 20 GW.
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One of the most common arguments against a new wind or solar farm is that it will drag down nearby home values. A new Indiana study found no evidence that it does.
Researchers at Ball State University analyzed Indiana home sales from 2004 through 2024, comparing prices before and after large wind and solar projects came online. They also compared homes close to the projects with those farther away.
The researchers found no statistically significant negative effect on residential sale prices near either commercial wind turbines or utility-scale solar farms.
That doesn’t mean every home was unaffected. It means there was no widespread, measurable decline across the properties studied – an important distinction the researchers make in the report.
“This research provides Indiana-specific data on an issue that often arises when communities are considering renewable-energy projects,” said Dagney Faulk, director of research at Ball State’s Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER). “Property values are understandably an important consideration for homeowners and local officials. Our analysis allows those discussions to be informed by what we have observed in housing markets around existing wind and solar developments across the state.”
For wind, researchers examined home sales near turbines in three Indiana regions: Northwest, North Central, and East Central. The analysis covered homes within five miles of turbines and found no statistically discernible negative effect on nearby sale prices.
Some models produced positive results, while others produced negative estimates. For example, one East Central model suggested that homes within one mile of a turbine sold for 11.5% less than comparable homes three to five miles away. But the finding wasn’t statistically significant, meaning the researchers couldn’t confidently distinguish it from normal variation in the housing market.
The solar study compared homes within four miles of utility-scale projects. Prices for homes within half a mile were estimated to be between 0.9% and 1.4% lower in one set of models, but once again, those results weren’t statistically significant.
Researchers also looked at project size, rural versus urban locations, proximity to brownfields, and the type of company supplying the power. None of those analyses showed a consistent negative effect on Indiana home prices.
There was one result worth noting: An initial model found that homes near larger solar farms sold for 6.2% less than comparable homes farther away. However, that result didn’t hold up when the researchers ran additional statistical tests, so the report describes it as inconclusive.
Homes within half a mile of solar projects owned by investor-owned utilities actually experienced a 7.9% increase in sale prices after the projects came online. The researchers said that could reflect better project design and maintenance, or the value of additional property tax revenue to the surrounding area, but they didn’t establish a cause.
The study’s longer-term analysis also found no sustained drop in prices after wind turbines or solar farms came online.
“The advantage of looking at many years of actual home-sale data is that we can examine what happened in communities before and after these projects were developed,” said Paul Niekamp, assistant professor of economics at Ball State. “Across the different approaches we used, the overall results do not indicate widespread negative effects on residential property values near solar projects in Indiana.”
The findings don’t prove that an individual property can never lose value because of a nearby renewable energy project. They show that across 20 years of Indiana sales data, any negative effects weren’t widespread enough to be statistically detectable.
The researchers also point out that Indiana’s permitting and siting rules, including setbacks and other measures intended to protect neighboring properties, may help explain the results. In other words, where and how a wind or solar farm is built still matters.
That’s especially relevant in Indiana, where local resistance has increasingly shaped clean energy development. As of September 2025, 40 of the state’s 92 counties had bans or other impediments affecting new wind development, while 24 had restrictions affecting solar, according to research cited in the Ball State brief.
I’d like to see that same study for noisy, water and electric gobbling server / AI farms. I don’t think that would fair quite so well.
The number one issue I could see from solar farms is glare if they are at the wrong angle to you.
For wind, how noisy are those? How far away do you need to be before you don’t hear any mechanical noises. I’m guessing they can also cause a whoosh whoosh type noise from the blades but that would likely be way less intrusive than mechanical whining from the generators. Wind turbines are probably usually sited much further away from homes than solar farms.
The new findings don’t settle every local siting debate. But they do undercut the blanket claim that living near an Indiana wind or solar project automatically makes a home worth less.
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THORNTON, Colo., Sept. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc. (“Ascent” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: ASTI), the leading U.S. innovator in the design and manufacturing of featherweight, flexible thin-film photovoltaic (PV) solutions, today announced the additions of Tom Bawol as the Company’s new Director of Strategic Sales & Market Development, and LTG. Steve Smith to the Company’s Strategic Advisory Board in the role of Strategic Advisor.
Together, these appointments add decades of military leadership, strategic planning, operational management and business development experience to Ascent as it continues expanding the commercial reach of its thin-film PV technology within the space, defense, unmanned systems and other burgeoning markets.
Bawol joins Ascent after completing over 20 years of service as a leader in the U.S. Army Special Forces. During that time, he developed extensive experience leading complex operations, building partnerships and government, defense and commercial stakeholders. Recently, he expanded his experience in the private sector with roles in energy infrastructure and federal technology sales. His work has given him hands-on experience in identifying government customer requirements and developing strategies to translate emerging market needs into commercial growth opportunities.
In his new role, Bawol will help identify and develop new commercial opportunities for the Company’s thin-film PV technology. He will cultivate strategic relationships with prospective customers and partners to support Ascent’s continued expansion into markets in need of power generation capabilities that thrive in punishing conditions and environments.
LTG. Smith joins Ascent’s Strategic Advisory Board following a distinguished career in the U.S. Army that included senior leadership positions that oversaw large-scale military operations, logistics, technology integration and multinational partnerships. More recently, LTG. Smith served as the Deputy Commanding General of Western Hemisphere Command, where he oversaw approximately 700,000 personnel with a $4.8 billion budget.
At Ascent, his role on the Strategic Advisory Board will involve leveraging his vast experience with military operations, technology adoption and government partnerships to advise Company leadership on strategic opportunities and potential applications for the Company’s thin-film PV technology within its core markets.
“Tom Bawol and LTG. Steve Smith are both proven leaders that bring exceptional experience in relationship development and identifying actionable business development opportunities where our thin-film solar technology can actively address real-world challenges,” said Paul Warley, CEO of Ascent Solar Technologies. “Their expertise will play a crucial role in our continued efforts to expand the commercial reach of our thin-film products in space, defense, unmanned systems, marine and other core markets.”
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Backed by 40 years of R&D, 15 years of manufacturing experience, numerous awards, and a comprehensive IP and patent portfolio, Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc. is a leading provider of innovative, high-performance, flexible thin-film solar panels, optimized for use in space, military and defense, and other applications where mass, performance, reliability, and resilience are paramount.
Ascent’s photovoltaic (PV) modules have been deployed on space missions, multiple airborne vehicles, agrivoltaic installations, in industrial/commercial construction as well as an extensive range of consumer goods, revolutionizing the use cases and environments for solar power. Ascent Solar’s research and development center and 5-MW nameplate production facility is in Thornton, Colorado.
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ICC Sydney is set to become home to what the NSW Government says will be the largest solar farm in a central business district in the Southern Hemisphere, under plans to expand rooftop solar generation across its convention, exhibition and entertainment facilities.
In a news release, the NSW Government said that ICC Sydney would expand its rooftop solar network across the Convention Centre, Exhibition Centre and Entertainment Centre, creating an urban solar farm covering more than 18,400 square metres.
Once installed, the expanded network is expected to generate 2.6 gigawatt hours of electricity annually, which the government said would be enough to power around 300 to 400 average Australian homes for a year.
The additional generation is expected to support ICC Sydney in using 100 per cent renewable electricity through a combination of on-site rooftop solar and renewable energy procurement.
NSW Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully said the project demonstrated how existing buildings could be used to increase renewable energy generation in urban areas.
“This is a great example of how we can unlock greater renewable energy generation and use in urban areas and power a vibrant city by taking advantage of building rooftops,” Scully said.
The government said the expanded solar network would reduce ICC Sydney’s emissions by approximately 1,800 to 2,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide each year. Based on annual solar generation, it said ICC Sydney would become the fourth-largest solar-powered convention centre globally and the largest outside the United States.
Scully said the project could also support the venue’s ability to attract major international events.
“Hosting the largest solar farm of any CBD in the Southern Hemisphere will help the ICC to reduce emissions and energy costs while also strengthening Sydney’s competitiveness in attracting major international conventions and events,” he said.
ICC Sydney chief executive officer Adam Mather-Brown said the investment represented another step in the venue’s sustainability efforts.
“This investment represents another important milestone in ICC Sydney’s sustainability journey and reflects our commitment to leading environmental performance across the global convention and exhibition sector,” Mather-Brown said.
He said the expanded solar network would allow the venue to generate more renewable energy on-site while supporting sustainability objectives for events held at the centre.
The NSW Government said the project would complement its work on Australia’s first urban renewable energy zone in the Illawarra and could provide a business advantage as international event organisers increasingly consider sustainability when selecting venues.
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India’s state-run Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has initiated a solicitation for 700MW of solar photovoltaic capacity linked to the interstate transmission system (ISTS), with output designated for an industrial buyer in Odisha.
Through the request for selection (RfS), SECI invites developers to propose solar PV installations under a build-own-operate (BOO) framework. Winners will enter into 25-year power supply contracts with SECI. The generated electricity is earmarked for an export-oriented unit (EOU) operated by a commercial and industrial (C&I) purchaser in Odisha. SECI will function as an intermediary, buying power from the chosen developers and reselling it to the end-user on a matching basis. The tender documentation notes that the names of the purchasing parties will be revealed subsequently.
Projects must be sited within special economic zones (SEZs) or EOU-designated areas across India, with power delivery to the buyer’s EOU facility in Odisha. This structure is designed to allow the ventures to claim an exemption from the country’s Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM), a policy that prioritizes domestically produced solar equipment.
Developers are tasked with arranging land, building the facilities, and securing grid access, in addition to laying the transmission infrastructure from the project site to the point of interconnection or handover. SECI will pick winners via an electronic bidding phase followed by a reverse auction. Each bidder may propose a contracted capacity ranging from a floor of 50MW to a ceiling of 700MW. The tender permits a single project to be split across several locations with distinct delivery points.
Online submissions close on 5 October, while offline offers are due by 7 October 2026. This 700MW tender bolsters India’s push to streamline renewable energy procurement for C&I users, and the SEZ/EOU clause offers a pathway for projects to operate under the existing ALMM waiver rules.
In the preceding month, SECI allocated the entire 1GW capacity from its Round-the-Clock Thermal Mimic (RTC-TM) solicitation to seven parties, with pricing between INR 5.25/kWh and INR 5.26/kWh (US$0.055/kWh). That tender, released in March 2026, aimed for firm and dispatchable renewable energy (FDRE) that mirrors the dependability of conventional thermal power. Five bidders received allocations at INR 5.25/kWh, and two at INR 5.26/kWh.
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A hybrid model combines floating solar power with aquatic food production, accelerating the recovery of the initial investment cost.
Globally, nations are rushing to boost green energy capacity, but certain bottlenecks slow progress.
Onshore, land scarcity is intensifying, encouraging the transition toward ocean-based deployment.
But even the open sea faces competition over space, leading to dual-use infrastructure exploration.
Will combining renewable energy infrastructure with fish farming help maximize resource efficiency?
Historically, the world has competed over a variety of valuable resources.
In some cases, this competition has led to significant conflict, and this is still experienced today.
Precious metals, crude oil, and fresh water remain among highly sought-after resources.
However, fertile land has become fiercely contested, especially as populations expand and climate targets grow more crucial.
Worldwide, agriculture already uses nearly 11.9 billion acres, which is over one-third of Earth’s total land area.
Over recent decades, urbanization has also expanded significantly, leaving few remaining natural habitats.
This limited space onshore complicates the global shift toward renewable energy sources.
Green infrastructure needed to achieve decarbonization goals requires vast tracts of land for development.
International Energy Agency projections indicate that up to 231,661 square miles of land will be needed to triple green capacity.
Consequently, this triggers immense competition and community resistance.
To avoid this, offshore deployment must be prioritized.
Offshore capacity is growing rapidly, as it accelerates global decarbonization and bypasses land constraints.
The open ocean offers vast spaces and powerful, consistent forces like wind and tidal currents.
However, to maximize marine space, a diverse mix of green technologies should be deployed.
While turbines may be standard ocean infrastructure, floating solar panels are emerging as key innovations.
The ocean’s water-cooling effects naturally lower panel temperatures, which increases solar efficiency.
It can also be added to existing wind farms, lowering connection costs and balancing power production.
Unfortunately, the technology faces high initial capital investment costs, slowing global deployment.
It requires marine-grade materials, specialized anchoring, and complex moorings, which leads to immense upfront expenses.
To address this financial barrier, researchers are exploring marine aquavoltaic systems.
A hybrid system was modeled for the coast of Iran’s Caspian Sea to test its economic viability.
The study indicates that this combined concept can pay for itself at a significant rate.
The combination of floating solar power generation and food production can offer distinct benefits.
A simulation study evaluated a 1,300-panel floating solar island with salmon cages.
This dual infrastructure would simultaneously produce clean electricity and food.
The system consists of thin-film solar modules mounted on floating structures directly next to the fish cages.
The salmon benefit from the shade of the structures.
Meanwhile, over 300 megawatt-hours of electricity annually are fed directly into the grid.
The Gomishan region of the Caspian Sea was selected due to ideal conditions for raising Atlantic salmon.
Water temperatures remain below lethal limits, keeping fish stress-free.
Low salinity and chlorophyll levels reduce disease risks.
Furthermore, capital recovery is accelerated by generating dual income from electricity sales and commercial fish yields.
The hybrid model achieved a 42% annual profit margin.
The initial investment cost was recovered in four years.
The study’s findings indicate that combining aquaculture with floating solar power will open new financial doors.
High upfront capital barriers can now become opportunities for profitable dual revenue.
This approach not only addresses land scarcity and food security issues but also makes boosting offshore green capacity more economical.
The next step will be scaling array sizes and improving structural durability for rough marine conditions.
Ultimately, deploying hybrid offshore platforms on the open ocean is key to a sustainable future.
The simulation can be reviewed using Momeni, A., Gorjian, S., Mokhtarzadeh, H., & Ghobadian, B. (2026). Theoretical Modeling and Performance Evaluation of a Marine Aquavoltaic System in the Northern Part of Iran. Results in Engineering, 110075.
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Solarworld Energy, a PV module manufacturer and EPC firm, has formed a joint venture with Rays Power Infra, an EPC company and solar developer, to build a 2.4GW solar PV cell manufacturing facility in Madhya Pradesh, India, as reported by PV Tech. The venture, named Rays Green Energy Manufacturing, will be equally owned by both partners and involves an expected investment of INR5.2 billion (US$55 million). The facility will be located on a 41.3-acre site in Mohasa, Babai, Narmadapuram district, and will focus on producing and selling solar PV cells along with related activities. Rays Green is currently developing the 2.4GW TOPCon cell project at this site, with commercial production targeted for June 2027.
Solarworld Energy had earlier considered investing in its subsidiary Kartik Solarworld to part-finance a 1.2GW TOPCon facility at Pandhurana, Madhya Pradesh, but chose instead to invest in Rays Green for the larger 2.4GW project, subject to compliance with India’s Companies Act, 2013, and SEBI regulations. Rays Green, incorporated in 2022, is involved in manufacturing, design, development, trading, import, export, assembly, and maintenance of renewable energy products, and reported a turnover of INR4.36 billion (US$46 million) in FY2025-26.
Solarworld Energy, headquartered in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, has completed over 500MW of solar capacity and has an active pipeline exceeding 900MW, targeting 5GW of operational capacity by 2028. The company also operates a solar module manufacturing facility in Roorkee, Uttarakhand, with an annual production capacity of 1.8GW.
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The New South Wales government has revealed plans to expand the rooftop solar network across Sydney’s International Convention Centre (ICC) at Darling Harbour with more than 4,500 PV panels to be installed on its rooftop.
A 550 kW solar array was installed atop ICC Sydney when it opened almost 10 years ago but the older panels were too heavy to be deployed on certain sections of the rooftop. With lighter panels now available, the centre is working to increase the size of its solar footprint.
Once completed, the 2 MW solar array will encompass more than 18,400 square metres across the Convention Centre, Exhibition Centre and Entertainment Centre rooftops, making ICC Sydney home to what the state government said will be the largest solar farm in any city centre in the Southern Hemisphere.
NSW Planning Minister Paul Scully said based on annual solar generation, ICC Sydney will become the fourth-largest solar-powered convention centre in the world and the largest outside the United States.
“This is a great example of how we can unlock greater renewable energy generation and use in urban areas and power a vibrant city by taking advantage of building rooftops,” he said.
The expanded system is expected to generate about 2.6 GWh of clean energy annually. The extra capacity will enable ICC Sydney to be powered by 100% renewable electricity obtained through a combination of the rooftop solar and renewable energy procurement.
ICC Sydney CEO Adam Mather-Brown said the project marks another important milestone in the centre’s sustainability journey and reinforces its commitment to leading environmental performance across the global business events sector.
“The expanded solar network will allow us to generate significant renewable energy on-site while supporting our clients’ sustainability goals and helping reduce the carbon footprint of events hosted at ICC Sydney,” he said.
Work on the project has already commenced with solar decommissioning, recycling, and repurposing specialist Second Life Solar on site this week to remove the old PV panels.
The company said every panel and major component removed from the site will be individually assessed to determine its highest-value next use. Panels suitable for continued service will be professionally tested and electrically certified for reuse, while panels and materials that have reached the end of their useful life will be directed through accredited recycling partners to recover valuable resources including aluminium, glass and copper.
About 150 of the decommissioned solar panels have already been donated to the Kindly Animal Sanctuary near Armidale, where they are expected to remain functional for an additional 10 to 15 years. 
Second Life Solar founder James McGregor said historically, the panels would have ended up in landfill but projects like ICC Sydney show how Australia’s growing number of ageing solar systems can be responsibly managed through circular economy principles.
“Australia has done an incredible job deploying solar over the past two decades,” he said. “The next challenge is making sure we manage these valuable assets responsibly when they’re upgraded.”
“If a panel is suitable for reuse, let’s find it a second life. If it has reached the end of its
useful life, let’s recover the valuable materials through responsible recycling. That’s
what a circular economy looks like.”
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European Union countries may soon have more room to spend public money on clean energy without immediately breaching the bloc’s fiscal rules, a shift that could help speed investments in batteries, building upgrades, and cleaner heating systems through 2028.
According to PV Magazine, the European Commission’s new guidance would let member states apply the defense national escape clause to certain energy security measures from 2026 through 2028.
Under Communication C/2026/4514, governments can use part of the national escape clause’s existing fiscal flexibility for new energy security spending, including efforts meant to cut dependence on fossil fuels.
Only measures approved after Feb. 28, 2026, are eligible. The Commission said it first flagged the policy in the June 3, 2026, European Semester Spring Package and tied the step to “the ongoing conflict in the Middle East,” per PV Magazine.
The new flexibility is still constrained. A country’s allowed deviation from its recommended net spending path stays capped at 1.5% of gross domestic product, while energy security measures within that envelope are limited to 0.3% of GDP in any one year and 0.6% overall.
The range of potentially eligible measures is broad. The Official Journal groups relevant spending under households, businesses, the public sector, transport infrastructure, and the energy sector, with examples including renewables, batteries and other storage, nuclear plants, heat-pump support, EV charging, and building retrofit work.
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The EU is signaling that some clean energy investments can also be treated as strategic safeguards against future shocks.
Use of the policy is not unlimited, the Commission stressed; countries must show that the spending is additional, effective, and fiscally sustainable.
Projects will not be waved through automatically, either. Spending that goes past the stated limits would still be assessed under the EU’s standard fiscal checks.
Member states seeking the added flexibility must provide an initial rundown of the energy security measures they plan to support, along with estimated budget costs. The Commission will then review those requests under Article 26 of Regulation (EU) 2024/1263.
According to PV Magazine, the Commission said, “After assessing a request in accordance with the requirements of Article 26 of Regulation (EU) 2024/1263, the Commission may recommend that the Council approve it.” 
The document also said, “The notice includes an illustrative and non-exhaustive list of potentially eligible measures. The Commission will therefore assess the eligibility of measures on a case-by-case basis.”
This policy change is unfolding alongside broader EU arguments over renewable targets and the real-world economics of the technologies in the Commission’s guidance, especially heat pumps and solar. Faster clean energy investment can affect household budgets, power prices, and even land use well beyond Europe.
• EU governments pushed back crucial plans for a new renewable target over disagreements regarding nuclear power.
• Across most EU countries, heat pumps are cheaper than gas boilers, saving up to €800.
• In northwest Europe, solar sent power prices below zero as a heat dome hit.
• Morocco’s giant solar complex is freeing Europe from some Russian oil and gas dependence.
That helps explain why the EU is framing clean energy spending as both an economic and security issue. The same technologies highlighted in the guidance are already changing utility bills, power markets, and political debates across regions.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has virtually laid the foundation stone for a 110 MW AC (142 MW DC) floating solar project at the Kadana Dam reservoir in Gujarat’s Mahisagar district.
The project will be executed by KPI Green Energy Ltd, part of the Gujarat-based KP Group, for Gujarat State Electricity Corp. Ltd. (GSECL). KPI Green Energy’s scope includes engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) of the project.
Separately, KP Group company K.P. Energy Ltd has received a Letter of Intent from Emmvee Energy to develop a 42 MW wind-solar hybrid project in Karnataka under the group captive model. The project will comprise 21 MW of wind capacity and 21 MWp of solar capacity and will supply power to Emmvee Energy’s manufacturing facilities in the state.
The Karnataka project marks K.P. Energy’s first order in the state and expands the company’s geographical footprint beyond its traditional markets.
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KPI Green Energy Ltd., part of Gujarat-based KP Group, will develop a 142 MW DC/110 MW AC floating solar project at Kadana Dam in Gujarat’s Mahisagar district. The project will supply clean energy to Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Ltd. (GSECL). Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually laid the foundation stone for the project during a program in Vadodara, Gujarat. KPI Green Energy will handle the engineering, procurement, and construction of the project. 
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has signed an agreement with the Madhya Pradesh government to help develop three renewable energy projects in the state. The projects, to be developed through public-private partnerships, include a solar power and battery energy storage facility in Shajapur. ADB expects the initiative to attract up to $1 billion in private investment and support the state’s clean energy and energy storage goals. 
Indian solar PV manufacturer Alpex Solar will inaugurate its 2.2 GW G12R TOPCon solar cell manufacturing facility in Uttar Pradesh, on September 16, 2026. Located at Kosi Kotwan in Mathura, Alpex describes the facility as the first TOPCon GIGA integrated manufacturing line in Uttar Pradesh. The company’s next planned facility is a 2.5 GW solar wafer and ingot plant, targeted for June 2028, according to the invitation attached to its National Stock Exchange (NSE) filing. Its current module production capacity stands at 2.4 GW, to be expanded to 3.6 GW by 2027. By FY2030, the company plans to have 5 GW of solar glass and 5 GW of wafers and ingots manufacturing capacity. 
The Delhi Cabinet has approved changes to the Delhi Solar Energy Policy 2023 that will allow households using up to 400 units of electricity a month to get rooftop solar systems of up to 3 kW without an upfront payment, according to local news reports. Eligible homes will receive the rooftop solar systems for free, subject to technical feasibility. Such homes will continue to benefit from existing electricity subsidies. The government plans to cover 2.3 lakh households and add 500 MW of rooftop solar capacity by March 2027. 
Tata Power Solaroof has crossed 5 lakh rooftop solar installations across India, completing 519,673 installations as of July 31, 2026, according to the company. It claims to account for 14% market share and aims to achieve 30 lakh installations by 2029. The company says this business segment has facilitated more than INR 8,500 crore in solar financing through a network of over 25 financing partners. 
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US manufacturer Inox Solar Americas has signed an 800MW module supply agreement with what it describes as a “leading US renewable energy developer”.
Inox said that it would supply its Vega Series of bifacial passivated emitter rear contact (PERC) modules to two utility-scale solar PV projects, with a respective capacity of 300MW and 500MW, in Colorado and Georgia. These modules are to be built with Galaxion cells and have a conversion efficiency of 21.32%. Inox expects to begin module deliveries next year.
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Both the Vega modules and Galaxion cells were initially developed by Boviet Solar, which is headquartered in Vietnam. Inox Solar, the Indian parent company of Inox Solar Americas, acquired Boviet’s US-based manufacturing facilities in April, and Inox leadership expressed optimism that the new module supply deal means US developers have been able to source modules from a US company [subscription required].
“As the industry places greater emphasis on domestic manufacturing, supply-chain transparency, regulatory compliance, product reliability and long-term bankability, we are well positioned to deliver high-performance PV modules that meet the evolving technical and commercial requirements of large-scale solar projects across the United States,” said Inox Solar Americas president and CEO Ashok Nair.
Nair added that the deal demonstrates the company’s “long-term commitment to the American solar market,” which has seen significant investments made across the manufacturing space in recent years to strengthen the domestic supply chain. Last week, PV Tech Research experts wrote a series of five guest blogs for PV Tech in which they outlined some of the challenges facing the US manufacturing space and how the sector could change to the end of the decade.
Chief among these challenges is the disparity between operational cell and module manufacturing capacity in the US, which, according to head of research Moustafa Ramadan, stands at 77.3GW for modules and just 26.5GW for cells. Inox will look to narrow this gap in the next year, having already announced plans to add a 3GW cell manufacturing facility to the 3GW module manufacturing plant acquired from Boviet Solar earlier this year.
Inox’s module supply deal this week follows a similar deal signed last week, in which Inox agreed to supply 767MW to a US independent power producer (IPP). This deal also included the Vega Series of modules and Galaxion cells, although Inox has not specified if the same companies are involved in both deals.
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As solar penetration rises, project developers are facing tighter grid availability, curtailment, and pressure on project economics, making flexibility and smarter plant design increasingly important. The TaiyangNews Virtual Conference on Solar & Storage Power Plant Developments, taking place on Thursday, September 17, 2026, will bring together developers, EPCs, procurement managers, and technology suppliers to discuss how battery storage, advanced trackers, high-power modules, hybrid generation, and other plant-level technologies are shaping the next generation of utility-scale solar projects.
Alessandro La Ganga, Sales and Application Engineer Team Leader, Utility, at Jinko ESS, will discuss case studies of AC-coupled BESS in utility-scale solar to help build smarter, more flexible solar power plants.
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PV module manufacturer Astronergy served as a core module supplier for China Datang’s 300 MW Yiqing solar-grazing PV project in Basu County, Tibet, supplying 157 MW of its ASTRO N8 n-type TOPCon modules. Located in Chamdo at an elevation of more than 4,400 meters, the project has achieved full-capacity grid-connected operation and is expected to generate an average of 520 million kWh annually.
According to Astronergy, the modules are designed for high-altitude, cold-weather, and grazing applications and can withstand temperatures from -40°C to +85°C. The project uses a customized mounting configuration with a 2 m leading-edge height and a 4 m trailing-edge height, designed to maintain power generation performance while providing sufficient grazing space beneath the PV arrays.
Power equipment manufacturer TBEA has completed production of its independently developed SFFZ-300000/400 large-capacity double-split winding main transformer. Rated at 300 MVA, the 3-phase, oil-immersed, forced-air-cooled transformer features two independent 150 MVA branches on the low-voltage side, allowing simultaneous connection to two 35 kV renewable energy collection systems. This enables separate power supply zones and limits short-circuit currents.
The transformer has an on-load tap-changing range of 400±15×1.25%, covering an operating range of 325 kV to 475 kV. It can continuously regulate voltage under load to respond to large voltage fluctuations associated with renewable power generation and improve grid integration stability.
TBEA said the transformer will serve Masdar’s round-the-clock solar-storage development in Abu Dhabi, described as the world’s first gigascale round-the-clock solar-plus-storage project and the largest combined solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) project announced to date.
Energy China’s Anhui Electric Power Design Institute has won the bid for a 200 MW/1,200 MWh grid-forming standalone energy storage project in Shache County, Kashgar, Xinjiang. The project has been described as southern Xinjiang’s first grid-forming new-type energy storage demonstration project, with 6 hours of continuous discharge capability. It will deploy a 200 MW/1,200 MWh lithium iron phosphate BESS and a 220 kV step-up substation.
The project will use full-capacity grid-forming and long-duration energy storage (LDES) technologies, enabling voltage-source operation, black-start capability, rotational inertia, and voltage and frequency regulation. Designed to address the 6-9 hours of surplus solar generation that can occur during the daytime in southern Xinjiang, the system is expected to accommodate an additional 110 million kWh of otherwise-curtailed solar generation annually. It will connect to the Kashgar grid and support high renewable penetration at the region’s clean energy base.
Energy China recently issued a RMB 2.5 billion green, technology-innovation, and climate-themed perpetual corporate bond on the Shanghai Stock Exchange (see China Solar PV News Snippets).
PV module manufacturers GPSOLAR and Ronma Solar have won the third and fourth packages of the second-phase module procurement for a 1 GW solar-plus-grassland PV project in Manas, Xinjiang. The two packages total 637.36 MW and require monocrystalline bifacial dual-glass n-type modules rated at 720 Wp or above.
Each package covers 318.68 MW. GPSOLAR secured the third package at RMB 0.716/W, while Ronma Solar won the fourth at RMB 0.718/W. The modules will be used for the 1 GW Manas PV project, which has a planned DC-side capacity of 1,069.36 MWp.
PV conductive paste manufacturer Fusion Materials reported revenue of RMB 10.60 billion for the first half of 2026, up 64.75% year-on-year. The company reported a net loss attributable to shareholders of RMB 86.49 million, compared to a profit of RMB 181 million a year earlier, while net profit excluding non-recurring items fell 38.37% to RMB 96.31 million.
Fusion said the sharp revenue increase was mainly driven by higher average silver prices. At the same time, significant volatility in silver prices led to higher inventory write-down provisions and unrealized losses on derivatives positions, while the cancellation of export tax rebates also weighed on profitability.
The company sold 636 metric tons of PV conductive paste during the period, generating RMB 10.398 billion in revenue, equivalent to about 98% of total revenue. Its PV silver paste portfolio covers TOPCon, HJT, and xBC cell technologies. Fusion is also continuing to develop silver-nickel, silver-coated copper, and pure copper pastes as part of its efforts to reduce or eliminate silver use.
For FY2025, Fusion Materials reported revenue of RMB 14.593 billion (see China Solar PV News Snippets).
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The White Cliffs Solar Power Station, the first commercially operated solar thermal power station in New South Wales (NSW) and one of the earliest of its kind in the world, has been listed on the State Heritage Register.
Built in 1981, the White Cliffs power station was the first full-scale demonstration of solar thermal technology put to commercial use in NSW. 
Developed through a collaboration between the NSW government and the Australian National University, the system used 14 sun-tracking parabolic dishes to produce power for the remote opal mining town, about 250 kilometres northeast of Broken Hill in the state’s west.
The five-metre dishes were used to concentrate sunlight, heat water and produce steam to drive a single phase 37 KVA alternator. The generator produced up to 25 kW of electricity to power the off-grid community, with some energy stored in batteries for use at night. Electricity from the station supplied the local hospital, school, post office and 12 homes in the remote town. A back-up diesel generator ensured supply during extended cloudy periods. 
The facility was adapted to PV technology in 1997 with the dishes resurfaced with new mirror panels and the thermal absorbers replaced by a cluster of 16 PV cells that were more than 22% efficient in converting solar radiation directly into electricity. The facility continued operating until 2005.
NSW Environement and Heritage said the White Cliff power station had played an important role in proving the effectiveness and practicality of solar energy production beyond the laboratory.
The department said the facility helped prove solar power could reliably supply electricity for everyday use long before renewable energy became an established part of the state’s energy grid, adding that the “lessons learnt from this ambitious engineering innovation have, and continue, to play a key role in the development of renewable energy technologies.”
Heritage NSW Executive Director Sam Kidman said the heritage listing honours what is one of the world’s few intact examples of early solar technology.
“White Cliffs Solar Power Station tells an important story about the ingenuity that helped prove renewable energy could power homes and essential services in remote NSW,” he said.
“This remarkable engineering achievement put solar technology into practical use decades before renewable energy became part of everyday life.”
The White Cliffs Solar Power Station now operates as a tourism attraction and is also used periodically for scientific research.
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The Australian arm of European Energy has announced that all 200,172 solar panels are now in place at the Winton North solar farm and battery energy storage project being built in northeast Victoria.
The facility, being built across a 256-hectare site near the town of Wangaratta, includes a 100 MW solar farm with a 100 MW / 220 MWh battery energy storage system to follow.
European Energy said almost 12,000 panels have been installed at the site each week since mid-April with the project on track to begin operations next year.
“There’s still a little work to do and testing to be completed, but this 131 MW (dc) project is progressing quickly and it won’t be long before it’ll be pumping renewable energy into Victoria’s grid,” the developer said on LinkedIn.
Once operational, the facility is expected to generate 227 GWh of clean energy annually. The project is underpinned by a power purchase agreement (PPA) with United States-headquartered tech company Amazon, which first signed up for the solar output but has since inked an additional PPA for the battery.
The Winton North project forms part of European Energy’s growing Australian portfolio, where the company is developing renewable energy assets that can attract both project debt financing and institutional investment.
“Australia is a strategically important market for European Energy and a core part of our long-term growth ambitions,” European Energy Deputy CEO Jens Peter Zink said.
European Energy currently has a renewable energy pipeline of approximately 10 GW in Australia, with projects at various stages from early investigation through to fully operational.
These include the 58 MW Mokoan Solar Farm that commenced operations in Victoria last year, and a 40 MW / 80 MWh battery energy storage system now being built at the site.
The portfolio also includes the operational 108 MW Lancaster Solar Farm in Victoria and the Bullyard and Kayuga solar and battery projects being developed in Queensland and New South Wales respectively.
Other projects in European Energy’s pipeline include the 1.1 GW Upper Calliope, the 1 GW Sawpit, and the 500 MW Leichardt solar farms in Queensland.
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The Tunisian Ministry of Industry, Mines and Energy has approved 309 solar photovoltaic projects, representing a total capacity of 455 MW, under the sixth round of the authorisation scheme (Tunisian Ministry of Industry, Mines and Energy, 04/09/2026). The selected PV projects comprise 187 plants each rated 1 MW, 119 plants rated 2 MW, and three plants rated 10 MW.
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Tunisia’s solar capacity increased nearly tenfold between 2020 and 2025, rising from 95 MW to 913 MW and accounting for 13% of total installed capacity, according to Enerdata’s Global Energy & CO₂ data database. The share of solar generation in the electricity mix reached 4% in 2025, compared with less than 1% in 2020.
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Pile uplift resistance can be a significant geotechnical and design constraint for utility-scale solar PV, particularly for driven steel piles supporting fixed-tilt or tracker systems. PV structures have a large exposed area but relatively little dead weight, meaning wind acting on the modules can generate substantial uplift and overturning forces. These loads must be transferred through the mounting structure to relatively small pile foundations. In weak, loose, saturated, disturbed, or highly variable soils, piles may not develop sufficient shaft resistance to meet uplift capacity requirements.
Pile load testing can therefore be particularly valuable for utility-scale PV projects. Static axial tension and pullout tests can establish actual load-displacement behavior, allowing geotechnical and structural engineers to optimize pile lengths rather than relying solely on conservative correlations.
With this in mind, a group of researchers in Iran has developed an interpretable feedforward artificial neural network (ANN) to predict the uplift capacity of solar PV piles.
“The rapid expansion of ground-mounted solar PV installations demands cost-effective, reliable pile foundations that resist wind-induced uplift,” the researchers said. “However, the uplift capacity of driven steel PV piles is difficult to predict, as conventional static formulas poorly capture the coupled effects of installation dynamics and site-specific soil conditions, often yielding over-conservative or unsafe designs.”
The researchers trained and tested the ANN using data from 130 experimental field load tests conducted at a solar plant in Rafsanjan, central Iran. They installed and tested 130 ST52 steel piles, comprising 79 IPE 140, 31 IPE 160, and 20 IPE 180 profiles.
The scientists also drilled 30 nearby boreholes to characterize the soil and used direct shear tests to determine its internal friction angle.
The piles were driven using a hydraulic rig operating at nine to 10 blows per second. The researchers calculated penetration rates from video recordings, reference marks on the piles, and installation times. During uplift testing, they increased the pulling force in 500 kgf increments and measured the resulting pile displacement. They defined uplift capacity as the force recorded at 20 mm of displacement, or the maximum force reached if the pile failed before reaching that threshold.
The researchers then used the results as inputs for the ANN, which was designed to predict pile uplift capacity. The model used four input parameters: pile penetration rate during installation, embedment length (L), soil friction angle, and pile lateral surface area (A).
They trained and evaluated the model using 10-fold cross-validation, while applying dropout and early stopping to prevent overfitting. The ANN achieved a coefficient of determination (R²) of 0.778, a root mean square error (RMSE) of 0.787 tonnes, and a mean absolute percentage error (MAPE) of 7.63%.
“Shapley additive explanations (SHAP) interpretability identified penetration rate (49.8%) and friction angle (47.1%) as the dominant predictors, while geometric parameters (L, A) contributed marginally,” the team said. “Further studies using larger, multi-site datasets and additional soil and installation parameters are required to confirm the generality of these relative contributions.”
The researchers said the trained ANN model, its normalization parameters, and the test dataset will be made available upon request to qualified geotechnical engineers. They also stressed that the model was developed using data from a single location and should therefore be applied cautiously elsewhere.
“Because all experimental data originate from a single sandy site in Rafsanjan, Iran, the model inherently reflects the local soil conditions; consequently, its predictions may not readily generalize to markedly different geological settings, such as clayey, silty, gravelly, or highly layered soils,” they said.
The study, “An interpretable neural network approach for predicting uplift capacity of solar PV piles from installation data,” was published in Results in Engineering. Scientists from Iran’s Islamic Azad University, University of Tehran, and Zaminrun Geotechnical Company participated in the research.
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The New South Wales government has revealed plans to expand the rooftop solar network across Sydney’s International Convention Centre (ICC) at Darling Harbour with more than 4,500 PV panels to be installed on its rooftop.
A 550 kW solar array was installed atop ICC Sydney when it opened almost 10 years ago but the older panels were too heavy to be deployed on certain sections of the rooftop. With lighter panels now available, the centre is working to increase the size of its solar footprint.
Once completed, the 2 MW solar array will encompass more than 18,400 square metres across the Convention Centre, Exhibition Centre and Entertainment Centre rooftops, making ICC Sydney home to what the state government said will be the largest solar farm in any city centre in the Southern Hemisphere.
NSW Planning Minister Paul Scully said based on annual solar generation, ICC Sydney will become the fourth-largest solar-powered convention centre in the world and the largest outside the United States.
“This is a great example of how we can unlock greater renewable energy generation and use in urban areas and power a vibrant city by taking advantage of building rooftops,” he said.
The expanded system is expected to generate about 2.6 GWh of clean energy annually. The extra capacity will enable ICC Sydney to be powered by 100% renewable electricity obtained through a combination of the rooftop solar and renewable energy procurement.
ICC Sydney CEO Adam Mather-Brown said the project marks another important milestone in the centre’s sustainability journey and reinforces its commitment to leading environmental performance across the global business events sector.
“The expanded solar network will allow us to generate significant renewable energy on-site while supporting our clients’ sustainability goals and helping reduce the carbon footprint of events hosted at ICC Sydney,” he said.
Work on the project has already commenced with solar decommissioning, recycling, and repurposing specialist Second Life Solar on site this week to remove the old PV panels.
The company said every panel and major component removed from the site will be individually assessed to determine its highest-value next use. Panels suitable for continued service will be professionally tested and electrically certified for reuse, while panels and materials that have reached the end of their useful life will be directed through accredited recycling partners to recover valuable resources including aluminium, glass and copper.
About 150 of the decommissioned solar panels have already been donated to the Kindly Animal Sanctuary near Armidale, where they are expected to remain functional for an additional 10 to 15 years. 
Second Life Solar founder James McGregor said historically, the panels would have ended up in landfill but projects like ICC Sydney show how Australia’s growing number of ageing solar systems can be responsibly managed through circular economy principles.
“Australia has done an incredible job deploying solar over the past two decades,” he said. “The next challenge is making sure we manage these valuable assets responsibly when they’re upgraded.”
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This week on a post-Labor Day Projects Weekly, Encore Renewable Energy and the town of Derry, New Hampshire have breathed new life into a closed and capped city landfill. In Appalachia, MN8 Energy has partnered with Eos and Google for a solar and storage project in West Virginia. The State University of New York’s Oneonta campus is also getting a new solar installation, courtesy of Canadian developer PowerBank Corp., and in Texas, OCI Energy and Arava Power have broken ground on a new project near Houston. Finally in California, the small town of Pescadero is set to construct one of the state’s largest microgrid projects. Keep reading for all the details!

Small California town set to build one of the state’s biggest microgrids

WestLight Energy has completed funding for a community microgrid in the rural town of Pescadero, California, which will total 1.5 MW of solar and an 8 MWh battery system.
WestLight officials say Pescadero has been facing recurring power outages for years, which can be especially disruptive for more rural towns and communities. Construction on Pescadero’s microgrid system will likely begin in mid-2029 and wrap up by mid-2031.
Bright spot: A town of just 595 people as of the 2020 U.S. census, Pescadero is set to receive one of the first community-specific microgrids in the United States. Officials say the northern California ranching town will use the microgrid’s resources to provide energy resilience for nearly the entire town.
“When a community faces a challenge that doesn’t have an obvious solution, local public agencies like WestLight Energy have an opportunity to bring partners together,” says Shawn Marshall, CEO of WestLight Energy. “That’s exactly what happened here. This project shows what’s possible when community organizations, local government, utilities and clean energy partners work toward a common goal.”
Irma Rodriguez Mitton, executive director of Arriba South Coast, will serve as the project’s community liaison once construction is complete. Mitton helped secure a Microgrid Incentive Program grant for $3.5 million for the projecct. She has been in consistent partnership with the town’s residents for a solution to the outages.
“Frequent outages affect every part of daily life for families, businesses, and community services,” said Mitton. “Things like disrupting school learning days and store operations, spoiled food, and closure of community health and social services offices place a huge burden on our residents. We knew we could solve the problem, but we needed really strong, community-minded technical partners to help us.”

Encore completes landfill solar project in New Hampshire

Encore Renewable Energy and the town of Derry, New Hampshire, have cut the ribbon on a 2.25 MW solar project, built on the town’s closed and capped municipal landfill.
Encore representatives expect the project to save Derry’s taxpayers about $4 million in electricity costs over the next 25 years. The project, one of the largest solar installations in the Granite State, will generate enough electricity to offset the power consumption of 500 New Hampshirite houses.
“Landfills like this one are often untapped resources in the clean energy transition,” says Chad Farrell, founder and president of Encore Renewable Energy. “The reality is that landfills such as this one in Derry offer cleared, unshaded land that can’t be used for much else. This site checks every box: sufficient acreage, good sun exposure, and proximity to the electrical infrastructure needed to get that power where it’s needed.”
Bright spot: The project traces all the way back to the Derry NetZero Task Force, which the city says is entirely comprised of local volunteers. The committee selected Encore from a field of seven developers with a bidding process stretching back to 2021.
“Under the leadership of Josh Bourdon, the Derry Town Council set forth an aggressive goal of being net zero by 2025 but with a caveat of saving money for the residents of Derry,” says Jeff Moulton, chair of the Derry NetZero Task Force. “I am pleased to have led a dedicated group of volunteers who were able to put together a design and project that will provide 100% of the town’s electricity needs for the next 25 years, while saving the town $5-10 million over the life of the project.”

MN8 Energy, Google, and Eos install utility-scale project in West Virginia

Solar developer MN8 Energy, battery manufacturer Eos, and AI and tech titan Google have partnered for a utility-scale solar plus storage project in West Virginia.
MN8 will own and operate the 86 MW utility-scale project, with Eos providing 10 MW / 100 MWh of battery support with its zinc-based Z3 models. The company will also provide another 70 MW / 280 MWh through more traditional lithium-ion battery storage. The collaborative effort will dispatch capacity to the grid while serving Google’s data centers in the northern Appalachian region, including the planned project in West Virginia.
“At Google, we’re committed to backing solutions that both serve our data center capacity needs and accelerate progress toward cleaner, more affordable energy systems,” says Lucia Tian, director of advanced energy technologies at Google. “This collaboration with MN8 and Eos aims to deploy a smart portfolio of round-the-clock technology solutions to help power our digital infrastructure, while creating meaningful economic benefits for West Virginia.”
Bright spot: The project will also assist in Google’s efforts to accelerate the commercialization of long-duration energy storage technology, the company says. The digital giant aims to “rapidly bring its potential to communities everywhere” and generate reliable and affordable electricity to support the straining U.S. energy grid.
“This project reflects what MN8 does best: understanding a customer’s unique energy profile and building a solution around it,” said Jon Yoder, President and CEO of MN8 Energy. “Because Google was willing to pair next-generation storage with utility-scale solar, we could engineer proven and emerging technologies into one dispatchable resource – and deliver clean, around-the-clock power where the grid needs it most.”

OCI Energy and Arava Power partners break ground on SunRoper Solar in Houston

OCI Energy, Arava Power, and a group of project development partners have begun construction on SunRoper Solar, a 347 MWdc solar project in southern Texas’s Wharton County.
The team expects the project to begin operations before the end of 2027, officials say, with the site providing electricity to a Fortune 100 company under a long-term power purchase agreement. Once operational, the project will contribute “significant” power generation capacity to the Lone Star State’s ERCOT grid.
“SunRoper demonstrates how strategic partnerships can help meet Texas’ growing demand for electricity through investments in critical energy infrastructure,” says OCI president Sabah Bayatli, President. “Today’s groundbreaking also marks the beginning of an important new chapter for the partnership between OCI Energy and Arava Power and reflects the strength of collaboration across development, financing, construction and energy procurement.”
Bright spot: The project aims to aid the Greater Houston metropolitan area, one of the largest in the country, with its significant power needs. OCI representatives say the area is one of the largest electricity demand centers in the U.S., and that SunRoper will be a major boon to the region’s needs as they continue to spike.
“SunRoper represents another important step in Arava Power’s evolution from a pioneer of Israel’s solar market into a growing international renewable energy platform. Our collaboration with OCI Energy has been instrumental in advancing this project and reflects the kind of strong local partnership that supports our long-term growth in the U.S. market,” says Ilan Zidkony, CEO of Arava Power.

PowerBank receives New York Power Authority contract for SUNY Oneonta project

Canadian solar powerhouse PowerBank Corp. has received a contract by the State University of New York (SUNY) at Oneonta, for the development and subsequent construction of a 1.63 MWdc ground-mounted solar project.
“The construction of this 1.6 MW solar array is an important step forward in SUNY Oneonta’s commitment to decarbonizing our campus and advancing New York State’s ambitious clean-energy goals,” says Lachlan Squair, AVP of facilities management at SUNY Oneonta. “By expanding our on-site renewable energy generation, we are reducing greenhouse gas emissions, strengthening the sustainability and resilience of our campus, and helping build a cleaner energy future for New York.”
Bright spot: Administered through the New York Power Authority (NYPA), the project will be the first megawatt-scale, on-site solar array at SUNY Oneonta. Once online, PowerBank expects that the site will deliver enough electricity to power about 205 homes annually.
“Winning a competitive solicitation of this kind comes down to execution history,” says PowerBank president and COO Andrew van Doorn. “Our engineers and construction professionals have spent decades building and commissioning complex energy infrastructure across New York State, and we are proud to be delivering the first MW-scale on-site solar array for a campus that has made a central commitment to use of more clean energy generation resources.”

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Cheboygan County is holding a public meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Sept. 9 to discuss a proposed 810-acre solar farm in Grant Township.
The meeting will be held at the Chateau at Black Mountain, Heritage Event Center, located at 10621 Twin Lakes Road, Cheboygan, Michigan.
EDP Renewables is applying to the Michigan Public Service Commission for approval of Northern Waters Solar Park, its proposed 810-acre solar farm, through Public Act 223. The proposed 110-megawatt solar facility would generate enough energy to power more than 30,000 homes and pay over $24 million in local taxes over its 35-year lifetime.
Not all residents are on board.
The international renewable energy company had an approved special use permit from Cheboygan County, but after a lawsuit by a group of nearby landowners, a judge vacated the permit due to unaddressed sections of the county’s ordinance. Some expect to see that pushback continue as the process moves to the state.
“Those of us who are going to have to live with it out here are not happy,” said Deb Buehner, who was part of the lawsuit to overturn the county’s special use permit.
She said she expects a high turnout at the Sept. 9 meeting, citing how the public meetings for the previous process had to be rescheduled three times due to insufficient space for residents who attended.
PA 233 grants the MPSC authority to approve large renewable energy projects, including solar projects that are 50-megawatts or larger, if the local zoning authority does not have a qualifying compatible renewable energy ordinance. That authority, challenged by a group of 79 municipalities, was largely upheld by the Michigan Court of Appeals this summer, but is currently being appealed to the Michigan Supreme Court.
EDP Renewables will use the meeting to present an overview of the project and the process, followed by an opportunity for questions or comments.
“Northern Waters Solar has strong support from participating landowners and continues to move through the permitting process alongside ongoing stakeholder outreach,” said Amy Varghese, EDP Renewables’ head of communications. “As part of EDPR NA’s ongoing commitment to responsible development, we continually evaluate the layout of each project while balancing environmental, engineering, and landowner considerations and this project will ultimately comply with all appropriate standards and regulations of the MPSC.”
Varghese said the project would include planting vegetation appropriate for the local ecology that “can help improve soil health, support pollinators and other wildlife, reduce erosion, and enhance water quality while maintaining the site throughout the life of the project.”
In a fact sheet on its website, EDP Renewables lists the potential benefits of the project, including the creation of hundreds of construction jobs and multiple permanent jobs. It breaks down the estimated tax payments to different local entities. In the first year, Cheboygan Area Schools would receive an estimated $457,009, which would be a two percent increase to the current school year’s budgeted revenues. Cheboygan County would receive an estimated $672,394 to its operating fund in the first year, which would be a five percent increase to the 2026 budget’s revenue.
Buehner said she does not think the tax incentives are worth the project. She is advocating on behalf of her parents, Robert and Betty Johnson, whose property is surrounded on all sides by the proposed project.
“They are 85 and trying to live the rest of their lives peacefully on their property that they chose,” said Buehner.
Buehner said that she is not against solar energy, but believes that this is a land use issue and that industrial projects belong in industrial areas.
That sentiment came up in the county’s recent master plan community survey. Approximately a third of respondents supported the development of wind energy facilities or solar energy facilities, while more than half of the respondents did not support the development of either.
According to a press release from Cheboygan County, the county plans to have representatives at the Sept. 9 meeting “to ensure that local interests and concerns are appropriately represented throughout the state siting and permitting process.” Additionally, the county intends to apply for intervenor funding available under PA 233 to support the county’s participation in the review of the proposed project.
If the Northern Waters Solar Park is approved, construction is targeted to begin in 2028 and commercial operation in 2029.

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