For the Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF), the new minister “has demonstrated great commitment and efficiency” as Secretary of State for Energy.The Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF) has indicated that the appointment of Sara Aagesen as Minister for the Ecological Transition “is, without a doubt, good news to continue moving forward on the right foot in the … Continue reading The Spanish Photovoltaic Union applauds the appointment of Sara Aagesen to advance the energy transition
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Large-scale photovoltaic plants can foster abundant biodiversity
NREL collects detailed data on the interactions among habitat, pollinators, soil, and solar photovoltaic (PV) energy production. The growth in utility-scale solar development is leading to questions about how best to use the land underneath solar panels and what impacts solar installations have on soil and habitat. An increasingly common practice is to establish habitat … Continue reading Large-scale photovoltaic plants can foster abundant biodiversity
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Up to 48 GW of solar photovoltaic (PV) potential along Germany’s highways
Germany’s Federal Ministry for Digital Affairs and Transport (BMDV) has commissioned the Federal Highway Research Institute (BASt) to study the potential to expand photovoltaic systems on federal highways. The study calculates the photovoltaic potential on structures along federal highways, such as noise barriers, noise protection walls, defined structures, parking areas, and roadside areas. The findings … Continue reading Up to 48 GW of solar photovoltaic (PV) potential along Germany’s highways
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Spain and Portugal both get 40% of their electricity from photovoltaic and wind power
European neighbors Portugal and Spain are currently neck-and-neck in the race to roll out solar and wind power. On the chart, you can see the share of electricity from the combination of solar and wind in each country. Their rate of progress has been very similar. In 2023, both countries generated around 40% of their … Continue reading Spain and Portugal both get 40% of their electricity from photovoltaic and wind power
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Spain approves 9 photovoltaic, hybrid and 200 MW storage projects in the second week of November
The Official State Gazette for the second week of November contains the announcements corresponding to 9 photovoltaic and hybrid projects for 802.58 MW, of which 311.2 MW are from Iberdrola.Environmental impact statement for the El Horizonte photovoltaic solar plant project, of 51.985 MW, and its evacuation infrastructure, in the province of Alicante, promoted by Viridi. … Continue reading Spain approves 9 photovoltaic, hybrid and 200 MW storage projects in the second week of November
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Iberdrola and the Government of Nuevo León install photovoltaic systems in seven educational centers in Mexico
The Government of Nuevo León, through the Ministry of Education, in alliance with Iberdrola Mexico, launched the Luces de Esperanza social program, which consists of installing solar panels in primary education institutions. The Secretary of Education of Nuevo León, Sofialeticia Morales Garza, accompanied by Paola Martínez, Director of Communication and Social Responsibility of Iberdrola Mexico, … Continue reading Iberdrola and the Government of Nuevo León install photovoltaic systems in seven educational centers in Mexico
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India could replace Southeast Asian nations as top exporter of solar photovoltaic (PV) to US
India is poised to play a pivotal role in supporting the US renewable energy sector with its large-scale manufacturing capabilities, competitive production costs, and a strong STEM talent pool, a report by ValueQuest Investment highlighted. The report noted that as the US navigates the complexities of energy policy under the Trump administration, the outlook for … Continue reading India could replace Southeast Asian nations as top exporter of solar photovoltaic (PV) to US
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Morocco plans largest photovoltaic solar power project
Morocco is planning to launch its largest photovoltaic and wind power project in Western Sahara Desert to supply electricity to Casablanca city through an electricity network stretching nearly 1,400 kilometres, newspapers reported on Tuesday. The project is based in Dakhla city in the disputed territory and is expected to be launched in January 2025, they … Continue reading Morocco plans largest photovoltaic solar power project
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Voltalia and TAQA Arabia to develop 3 GW wind power and photovoltaic plant in Egypt
As the wind turbines near the end of their operational lifespan, Voltalia and TAQA Arabia have proposed a modern hybrid renewable energy solution. Voltalia and TAQA Arabia have partnered to replace the capacity of the ageing Zafarana wind farm in Egypt with a 3 GW wind-solar photovoltaic complex. In this regard, the two companies signed … Continue reading Voltalia and TAQA Arabia to develop 3 GW wind power and photovoltaic plant in Egypt
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Brazil raises import tariffs on photovoltaic modules to 25%
Brazil’s Ministry of Development, Industry, Trade and Services (MDIC) announced this week that it will raise the import tax rate on photovoltaic modules from 9.6% to 25%. The tariff increase applies to photovoltaic (PV) cells assembled into panels or modules. The Executive Management Committee of the Chamber of Foreign Trade (Gecex-Camex) said it ruled in … Continue reading Brazil raises import tariffs on photovoltaic modules to 25%
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Floating photovoltaic plant installed at Mortkasee artificial lake
RWE, Fraunhofer ISE and BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg present “PV2Float” research project to public. Three different systems being tested with capacity of about 30 kW each; pilot plant to operate for up to three years. Focus on technical refinement of photovoltaic (PV) systems, public acceptance and environmental compatibility. Research project sponsored by German Federal Ministry of Economic … Continue reading Floating photovoltaic plant installed at Mortkasee artificial lake
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Two Iberdrola photovoltaic plants in Murcia and Salamanca receive the UNEF Seal of Excellence in Sustainability
The Peñarrubia (Murcia) and Villarino (Salamanca) solar plants, developed and operated by Iberdrola, have become the 45th project to receive the Seal of Excellence in Sustainability from the Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF). This recognition highlights their integration into the environment and their respect for biodiversity and local communities. After an independent audit, both projects stood … Continue reading Two Iberdrola photovoltaic plants in Murcia and Salamanca receive the UNEF Seal of Excellence in Sustainability
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Iberdrola receives approval from the Brazilian Government to generate more photovoltaic energy and battery storage in Fernando de Noronha
Iberdrola, through its company in Brazil, Neoenergia, is going to allocate nearly 50 million euros to the development of clean energy in the Fernando de Noronha archipelago, declared a World Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO, through photovoltaic technology and battery storage. The Fernando de Noronha archipelago is a World Natural Heritage Site declared by UNESCO … Continue reading Iberdrola receives approval from the Brazilian Government to generate more photovoltaic energy and battery storage in Fernando de Noronha
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Runda Solar to finance major solar photovoltaic (PV) project to boost electricity in Liberia
In a bid to address the electricity shortage in Liberia, the government is currently negotiating with Runda Solar, a multi-billion dollar photovoltaic energy company, to develop a 250 megawatt solar panel installation in Montserrado County. This initiative aims to significantly improve the country’s electricity supply. Runda Solar has submitted an ambitious proposal for the Montserrado … Continue reading Runda Solar to finance major solar photovoltaic (PV) project to boost electricity in Liberia
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China’s photovoltaic (PV) module exports fall 4% month-on-month, led by Europe and Asia-Pacific
China exported 16.53 GW of modules in September, down 12% MoM from 18.76 GW and 16% YoY from 19.79 GW, according to InfoLink’s customs data. China has exported 54.9 GW of modules in Q3, down 15% QoQ from 64.25 GW but up 6% YoY from 51.58 GW. As of September, the top five largest markets … Continue reading China’s photovoltaic (PV) module exports fall 4% month-on-month, led by Europe and Asia-Pacific
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Indonesia to build 75 GW of renewable energy in the next 15 years
The renewable projects would include photovoltaic, hydro, geothermal and wind power, Hashim said, without explaining plans for the remaining 25 GW.Indonesia’s current installed power capacity is more than 90 GW, with more than half of that powered by coal and less than 15% by renewables. It currently has no nuclear capacity, a controversial topic in … Continue reading Indonesia to build 75 GW of renewable energy in the next 15 years
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Energy China to build a one-gigawatt photovoltaic solar power plant in Iraq
A historic one-gigawatt solar project in Iraq is set to begin soon by state-owned China Energy Engineering Corporation (Energy China) based in Beijing. Energy China said that the construction is anticipated to begin shortly and the project is situated in Artawi, in the Basra governorate of southern Iraq, PV Tech reported. The project was revived … Continue reading Energy China to build a one-gigawatt photovoltaic solar power plant in Iraq
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India’s largest floating solar photovoltaic project commissioned in Madhya Pradesh at 126 MW
Tata Power Renewable Energy has commissioned a 126 MW floating PV project in Madhya Pradesh, a significant milestone in India’s renewable energy sector. The project, completed in 26 months, marks one of the largest floating solar installations in the country. TPREL’s renewable capacity now totals 10.9 GW.Tata Power Renewable Energy has successfully launched a ground-breaking … Continue reading India’s largest floating solar photovoltaic project commissioned in Madhya Pradesh at 126 MW
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Colombia’s largest self-consumption solar photovoltaic energy project
Banco de Bogotá and Banco de Occidente, belonging to Grupo Aval, announced the financing of $407.6 billion for the ‘Puerta de Oro Solar Project’, the largest independent solar photovoltaic park in Colombia.The solar photovoltaic park will be located between the municipalities of Guaduas and Chaguaní, Cundinamarca, and is sponsored by the private equity funds Patria … Continue reading Colombia’s largest self-consumption solar photovoltaic energy project
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China’s first 1-gigawatt floating offshore photovoltaic project successfully connects to State Grid
China’s first million-kilowatt level offshore photovoltaic project has been connected to the national power grid on November 12. The one-million-kilowatt offshore photovoltaic project has seen the completion of the first 300 photovoltaic platforms, each platform measures 60 meters in length. The entire project will require the installation of 2,934 such photovoltaic platforms. The initial power … Continue reading China’s first 1-gigawatt floating offshore photovoltaic project successfully connects to State Grid
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