This week, the silicon material market experienced low trading activity with limited transaction volumes as the signing period approaches its end. Although some leading companies are showing a price increase trend in small orders, this change has not affected the overall market price structure. Currently, silicon manufacturers are strongly supporting prices; however, downstream demand for … Continue reading Tug-of-war over prices starts in the photovoltaic industry chain
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Zelestra inaugurated the 144 MW La Unión photovoltaic plant in Colombia
Zelestra, a Spanish company specializing in renewable energy, inaugurated the La Unión photovoltaic plant in Montería, Córdoba department. The photovoltaic plant has 220,960 solar panels that will generate 144 megawatts. The photovoltaic plant has an area of ??230 hectares and took a year and a half to build. 1,276 people were involved in the project; … Continue reading Zelestra inaugurated the 144 MW La Unión photovoltaic plant in Colombia
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Saudi Arabia launches tender for 4.5 GW of wind power and photovoltaic projects
Saudi Arabia has launched a tender to award 4.5 GW of renewal energy capacity — mainly wind energy and photovoltaic solar projects — across the desert kingdom. The Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC), the authority responsible for tendering of the projects and offtaking of energy once the projects are developed, has issued a request for … Continue reading Saudi Arabia launches tender for 4.5 GW of wind power and photovoltaic projects
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Chinese photovoltaic exports to Pakistan skyrocket
In August alone, inverter exports reached 326m yuan, a YoY growth of 429.04%.“Power shortages have long plagued Pakistan. We’ve also faced severe damage to our power system due to frequent floods over the past two years, making the demand for large-scale solar photovoltaics increasingly urgent,” stated Abbas, a Pakistani trader, at the Investment and Trade … Continue reading Chinese photovoltaic exports to Pakistan skyrocket
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Photovoltaic now account for six percent of the global electricity mix
Global energy demand is growing, and solar energy covers an ever-increasing share of it. Although coal (35 percent) and gas (22 percent) still account for the largest share of electricity generation worldwide, the mix is ??changing. In 2015, solar energy accounted for only one percent of the global electricity mix, but it has now risen … Continue reading Photovoltaic now account for six percent of the global electricity mix
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Integrating fishing with photovoltaics (PV) in China
On Sept 26, in Yanghe village, Qilin town, Zongyang county, Anhui province, rows of photovoltaic panels were neatly arranged at the Zuzhuang Reservoir, reflecting a golden glow as they caught the sun’s rays. A small boat rowed across the serene lake, stirring up ripples. The Wanmei Communist Party member service team from the State Grid … Continue reading Integrating fishing with photovoltaics (PV) in China
Continue readingNaturgy launches its first photovoltaic plant in the province of Seville with the capacity to supply 34,000 homes
Naturgy has launched its first photovoltaic plant in the province of Seville. The new facility, located in Villanueva del Rey, between the municipalities of Écija and La Luisiana, has 50 MW of power and will produce 111 GWh of renewable energy annually. This amount is equivalent to the electricity consumption of 34,000 homes and will … Continue reading Naturgy launches its first photovoltaic plant in the province of Seville with the capacity to supply 34,000 homes
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EU battery storage set for its moment in the sun with photovoltaics (PV)
By combining renewables with flexible, clean growth, the EU can benefit from abundant locally produced wind power and photovoltaic solar power, reduce dependence on imported fossil energy and avoid costs. This report analyses the system benefits of coupling renewables with clean flexibility, with a focus on the opportunity for pairing solar electricity generation and battery … Continue reading EU battery storage set for its moment in the sun with photovoltaics (PV)
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Photovoltaic (PV) 56% cheaper than fossil fuels or nuclear
81% of renewable additions in 2023 were cheaper than fossil fuel alternatives, offering countries a compelling business and investment case to triple renewables by 2030, according to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). Renewables remain competitive despite fossil fuel prices returning closer to historical cost levels, concludes Renewable Power Generation Costs in 2023, released by … Continue reading Photovoltaic (PV) 56% cheaper than fossil fuels or nuclear
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The perovskite revolution will slash costs and increase power output in every segment of the photovoltaic industry
A fresh report from Rethink Energy predicts that perovskite solar modules reach GW-scale manufacturing from 2028, taking over the entire industry by 2040. Today we see a constant stream of trial commercial shipments, and that tandem modules have reached parity with silicon on lifetime power output – with huge room for further upgrades on lifespan … Continue reading The perovskite revolution will slash costs and increase power output in every segment of the photovoltaic industry
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Greening wins contract to build 60 MW photovoltaic plant for Zelestra in the US
Greening Group has been selected by Zelestra to undertake the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) work for a 60 megawatt (MWac) photovoltaic power generation plant in the United States. Specifically, Greening’s US subsidiary will carry out the ‘EPC’ work for the ‘Jasper County Solar Project’ photovoltaic plant, located in Jasper County (Indiana) and which will … Continue reading Greening wins contract to build 60 MW photovoltaic plant for Zelestra in the US
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UNEF positively values the commitment to photovoltaics in the update of the PNIEC
The Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF) congratulates MITECO for its commitment to renewable energies, especially photovoltaics, and highlights that the objectives, although ambitious, are necessary to achieve decarbonisation and industrial competitive advantage in our country.The update of the PNIEC objectives presented today is especially committed to the development of photovoltaics to achieve the desired decarbonisation of … Continue reading UNEF positively values the commitment to photovoltaics in the update of the PNIEC
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US photovoltaic (PV) grows despite chinese competition
The US PV industry is booming, with record installations and a projection of tripling capacity by 2034.This growth is driven by supportive policies such as the Inflation Reduction Act and increasing demand for clean energy.Despite this progress, the US PV industry faces challenges from Chinese competition and the need to balance domestic manufacturing goals with … Continue reading US photovoltaic (PV) grows despite chinese competition
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Photovoltaic (PV) industry installed 149 GW from January to August in China
China’s National Energy Administration (NEA) says China’s cumulative installed photovoltaic (PV) capacity reached 750 GW in August, with 139.99 GW of new capacity additions in the first eight months of 2024.The NEA said China’s cumulative installed solar capacity reached 750 GW in August 2024, with 139.99 GW added in the first eight months of 2024, … Continue reading Photovoltaic (PV) industry installed 149 GW from January to August in China
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China’s first ‘concentrated solar power, thermal energy storage, photovoltaic and wind power’ project goes into full production
A milestone for renewable energy in China in Yumen City, Gansu Province, China National Nuclear Corporation’s Xinhua Hydropower Company put into full production its ‘Solar Thermal Plus’ demonstration project on September 20.It has a capacity of 100 megawatts and marks a major advancement in the integration of concentrating solar power, thermal storage, photovoltaic, and wind … Continue reading China’s first ‘concentrated solar power, thermal energy storage, photovoltaic and wind power’ project goes into full production
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Farming and photovoltaica solar energy: a win-win solution
In northern Germany, Vattenfall is proving that farmland can produce both food and clean energy. As one of the largest Agri-PV project in Europe to date, it integrates solar panels with agriculture, boosting renewable energy production while preserving farmland for crops and livestock. In the village of Tützpatz in northeast Germany, home to fewer than … Continue reading Farming and photovoltaica solar energy: a win-win solution
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In the Buka district of Tashkent region, construction has begun on a solar photovoltaic power plant with a capacity of 263 MW.
The $150 million project is being implemented by the Chinese company China DaTang Overseas Investment, according to the regional administration’s press service. It is noted that Chinese investors plan to build the solar photovoltaic power plant as well as power transmission lines over an area of 621 hectares. Photo: Khokimiyat of Tashkent region The district … Continue reading In the Buka district of Tashkent region, construction has begun on a solar photovoltaic power plant with a capacity of 263 MW.
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China shifts from photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing giant to solar IP innovator
China is transitioning from a solar manufacturing photovoltaic (PV) powerhouse to a leading innovator in intellectual property (IP), said a national photovoltaics (PV) IP operation director at a recent industry conference in Beijing. “In 2022, China accounted for over 80 per cent of capacity and production in all stages of the solar photovoltaic (PV) supply … Continue reading China shifts from photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing giant to solar IP innovator
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Central America expects growth of up to 25% in photovoltaic (PV) energy by 2025
Panama, Costa Rica and El Salvador are entities in which a dynamism in photovoltaics (PV) is awakening due to the high prices of other energy sources.The photovoltaic (PV) industry in Latin America could register a growth of between 10 and 15% on average per country during 2025, similar to this year, according to Sergio Rodríguez, … Continue reading Central America expects growth of up to 25% in photovoltaic (PV) energy by 2025
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Photovoltaics proposes mandatory storage in renewable energy auctions
Unef maintains that hybrid plants with batteries will thus internalize the risk that storage will not obtain sufficient remuneration to cover costs and be profitable.The Spanish Photovoltaic Union (Unef) is working on an alternative to promote storage in Spain, which is causing so many headaches due to the lack of a regulatory framework that hits … Continue reading Photovoltaics proposes mandatory storage in renewable energy auctions
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