Germany’s largest floating photovoltaic power system was officially launched on the 21st in Bad Schönborn, Baden-Württemberg, aiming to harness solar energy potential and drive the country’s energy transition. According to the German News Agency, the floating photovoltaic system is located on an artificial lake created by a sand and gravel pit, comprising over 27,000 solar … Continue reading Germany unveils its largest floating photovoltaic system
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Top photovoltaic (PV) manufacturers in 2023 – by Century PV Conference, Shanghai
Although it is not current news, we all enjoy rankings. On June 11 and 12, the “9th Century PV Conference” (CPC) took place in Shanghai. During the conference, the rankings of the main manufacturers of modules, silicon wafers, inverters, and trackers were revealed. PVTime shared the rankings in their news. But before sharing the rankings, … Continue reading Top photovoltaic (PV) manufacturers in 2023 – by Century PV Conference, Shanghai
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Global LCOE (levelized cost of electricity) competitiveness of wind power and photovoltaic (PV) is increasing
The cost competitiveness of these technologies varies significantly across regions, but overall, renewables are on track to overtake traditional fossil fuel sources. Wood Mackenzie has released five regional Levelised Cost of Electricity (LCOE) reports for 2024, which provide an in-depth analysis of the evolving electricity cost landscape across global markets. These reports, covering Asia Pacific … Continue reading Global LCOE (levelized cost of electricity) competitiveness of wind power and photovoltaic (PV) is increasing
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US 2023 photovoltaic, wind power, geothermal output up 200% from 2014
15 states had at least 30% power from renewables in 2023. Southeastern US sees surge in photovoltaic generation. The US generated about three times as much electricity from solar, wind and geothermal resources in 2023 than it did in 2014, a decade-long stretch that also saw the percentage of national retail power sales from these … Continue reading US 2023 photovoltaic, wind power, geothermal output up 200% from 2014
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Solarcentury Africa and Sino Energy reach financial close on 20 MWp solar photovoltaic (PV) plant in Namibia
Solarcentury Africa Limited and its local partner, Sino Energy (Pty) Limited, have announced the successful financial close of a pioneering 20 MWp solar photovoltaic (PV) plant in Namibia. This project will be the first fully merchant independent power producer in the region, trading all its renewable energy on the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP). The … Continue reading Solarcentury Africa and Sino Energy reach financial close on 20 MWp solar photovoltaic (PV) plant in Namibia
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UNEF proposes urgent measures to promote self-consumption of photovoltaics in Spain
These measures, they point out, are necessary to achieve the objectives of the PNIECIf we compare the end of the third quarter of this year with that of last year, self-consumption has decreased by 15%, falling by 22% in the industrial sector, 5% in the residential sector and 1% in the commercial sectorTo reverse this … Continue reading UNEF proposes urgent measures to promote self-consumption of photovoltaics in Spain
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ERG inaugurates a photovoltaic power plant in Castilla y León
A photovoltaic park of 275,000 modules on 224 hectares, as big as 135 football fields, among the vineyards of Toro (Zamora), in the northwest of Spain.It is the Garnacha solar installation, acquired by ERG in June 2023 from the German group Iìib vogt GmbH, with an installed capacity of 149 MWP.A reality already operational in … Continue reading ERG inaugurates a photovoltaic power plant in Castilla y León
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Extremadura’s leadership in photovoltaic energy
During the II UNEF Meeting (Spanish Photovoltaic Union) which brought together the directors general of energy of the Autonomous Communities and the heads of Red Eléctrica Española in Palma de Mallorca. The director general of Industry, Energy and Mines, Raquel Pastor López, attended the II UNEF Meeting (Spanish Photovoltaic Union) which brought together the directors … Continue reading Extremadura’s leadership in photovoltaic energy
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For WoodMac, the global average LCOE of photovoltaic (PV) reaches €55.5/MWh in 2024, compared to €40/MWh according to IRENA for 2023
The levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) of solar photovoltaic (PV) has continued to decline worldwide in 2024, according to the latest report by consultancy Wood Mackenzie. The global average LCOE of fixed solar photovoltaic (PV) systems in 2024 reached $66/MWh (€61/MWh), with a range between $28/MWh and $117/MWh (€26/MWh and €108/MWh). The price difference is … Continue reading For WoodMac, the global average LCOE of photovoltaic (PV) reaches €55.5/MWh in 2024, compared to €40/MWh according to IRENA for 2023
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Germany opens its largest floating photovoltaic system
The new photovoltaic system located on Lake Philippsee in southern Germany contains 27,160 solar modules. The massive PV unit has an installed capacity of 15 megawatts and covers eight hectares, according to operator Nexentury. It will provide 16 million kilowatt hours of electricity per year. It will be used by a local company for a … Continue reading Germany opens its largest floating photovoltaic system
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9 photovoltaic and hybrid projects announced for 192.8 MW in the third week of October in Spain
The Official State Gazette contains announcements corresponding to the third week of October of 9 projects with photovoltaics and hybridization, 104.3 MW belonging to RIC Energy.Declaration of public utility of the photovoltaic solar plant project called PS Carbeso Solar of 44.43 MW on land on non-urbanizable land, in the municipality of Pujalt and its evacuation … Continue reading 9 photovoltaic and hybrid projects announced for 192.8 MW in the third week of October in Spain
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China dominates EU solar photovoltaic (PV) market: 98% of solar panels come from China
The EU imported €19.7 billion worth of solar photovoltaic panels from China in 2023. In 2023, the EU imported €19.7 billion worth of solar panels, €3.9 billion of liquid biofuels, and €0.3 billion worth of wind turbines from extra-EU countries, according to the Eurostat data.The European Union’s green transition is hampered by its dependence on … Continue reading China dominates EU solar photovoltaic (PV) market: 98% of solar panels come from China
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Angola plans photovoltaic panel factory
Sonangol and the Chinese company QINGHAI LIHAO CLEAN ENERGY signed a Memorandum of Understanding last Friday, October 18, to develop a project within the photovoltaic solar energy industrial chain in Angola. This initiative aims to establish the production of photovoltaic panels using quartz ore as the primary raw material.The planned factory will have an annual … Continue reading Angola plans photovoltaic panel factory
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China’s photovoltaic industry continues to rise, thanks to technological innovation
China’s photovoltaic (PV) industry maintained robust growth momentum during the first six months of this year. Data showed that during this period, the country’s output of polysilicon, silicon wafers, solar cells, and modules all rose by over 30 percent year-on-year, and exports of PV modules increased by nearly 20 percent from the same period last … Continue reading China’s photovoltaic industry continues to rise, thanks to technological innovation
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Soleos Energy and Melci Holdings to build 200 MW photovoltaic plant in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Soleos Energy and a partner specialising in electrical engineering, Melci Holdings, are preparing to start construction of a 200 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) plant in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Soleos Energy said that the groundbreaking ceremony for the €184.5 million project will take place on 19 October in the village of Fipango, in … Continue reading Soleos Energy and Melci Holdings to build 200 MW photovoltaic plant in the Democratic Republic of Congo
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Romania’s first photovoltaic opens in Covasna county
KBK Kraft Project will build in Sfântu Gheorghe, Covasna county, the first photovoltaic panel factory in Romania. The company signed a contract with the Ministry of Energy on Thursday to receive a 19.3 million euro financing from the National Resilience and Recovery Fund (PNRR), according to a press release from the ministry. KBK Kraft Projekt … Continue reading Romania’s first photovoltaic opens in Covasna county
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Greeks will be able to install photovoltaics on their roofs faster
With less bureaucracy, photovoltaic systems will be installed in Greece, with or without energy storage batteries, in existing industrial, commercial, office buildings, etc., as well as in future man-made structures. In particular, solar systems with the possibility of adding batteries can be installed on their roofs, as well as on canopies, terraces, balconies, facades and … Continue reading Greeks will be able to install photovoltaics on their roofs faster
Continue readingThe combined accumulated power of wind and photovoltaic energy grows by 12.7% in 2023 in Spain
Wind power, solar photovoltaic and concentrated solar power (CSP) sources reached a combined accumulated power of 59,106 megawatts (MW) in 2023, which represents an increase of 12.7% compared to the previous year, according to the DBK Sector Observatory of Informa, a subsidiary of Cesce.The study reflects that in 2023 the upward trend in installed renewable … Continue reading The combined accumulated power of wind and photovoltaic energy grows by 12.7% in 2023 in Spain
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Celsia will put into operation the first battery system connected to a photovoltaic plant
In the next few weeks, the first photovoltaic energy storage system in Colombia with lithium, iron and phosphate batteries will begin to operate. It will be located at the Celsia Solar Palmira 2 plant.This storage system will allow for clean and renewable energy at night, when due to the absence of sunlight, plants of this … Continue reading Celsia will put into operation the first battery system connected to a photovoltaic plant
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TOYO Co. announces plans for a 2 GW photovoltaic cell manufacturing plant in Ethiopia
TOYO Co., Ltd plans to establish a 2 gigawatt photovoltaic cell manufacturing plant in Ethiopia, leveraging favorable investment policies and the country’s hydropower supply. TOYO specialized in solar solutions, has announced its intention to create a solar cell manufacturing facility with an annual capacity of 2 gigawatts (GW) in Ethiopia. This strategic investment responds to … Continue reading TOYO Co. announces plans for a 2 GW photovoltaic cell manufacturing plant in Ethiopia
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