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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

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Acciona secures €300 million in sustainable financing for projects in the Gulf Cooperation Council area

ACCIONA, a global leader in sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy, has secured new sustainable financing worth €300 million to fund key projects aimed at reducing carbon emissions and fostering sustainable growth in the Gulf Cooperation Council area (GCC).  The sustainable financing is structured as a green loan with local impact, aligned with ACCIONA’S Sustainable Impact … Continue reading Acciona secures €300 million in sustainable financing for projects in the Gulf Cooperation Council area

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China has confirmed that covering a desert with photovoltaic panels changes the ecosystem. For the better

In China, researchers have just discovered that deserts can be the ideal environment for installing solar panels. Photovoltaic installations in arid areas not only generate large amounts of clean energy, they can also improve the local ecosystem. The study. A team of researchers from the Xi’an University of Technology has discovered that the development of … Continue reading China has confirmed that covering a desert with photovoltaic panels changes the ecosystem. For the better

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Liberia breaks ground on first utility-scale photovoltaic plant

Work has begun on a 20 MW photovoltaic plant in Liberia, on the site of an existing 88 MW hydropower station. The Liberian government says it is the first of several planned projects that will help to address the country’s power shortages, particularly in the dry season. The 20 MW facility is being built in … Continue reading Liberia breaks ground on first utility-scale photovoltaic plant

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Photovoltaic, wind power projects of over 10 GW in Albania await grid access

Albania’s Transmission System Operator (OST) said in its report for 2023 that developers of 133 wind power and photovoltaic solar projects applied for grid connections. Their total planned capacity is just under 10.5 GW. However, the state-owned company signed only three contracts. Wind energy and photovoltaic solar power plant projects in Albania have by far … Continue reading Photovoltaic, wind power projects of over 10 GW in Albania await grid access

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Geopolitical tensions are laying bare fragilities in the global energy system, reinforcing need for faster expansion of photovoltaic and wind energy

World Energy Outlook 2024 shows critical choices facing governments and consumers as period of more ample supplies nears and surging electricity demand reshapes energy security Regional conflicts and geopolitical strains are highlighting significant fragilities in today’s global energy system, making clear the need for stronger policies and greater investments to accelerate and expand the transition … Continue reading Geopolitical tensions are laying bare fragilities in the global energy system, reinforcing need for faster expansion of photovoltaic and wind energy

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Biden-Harris Administration Announces Loan Guarantee of More Than $860 Million to Support Construction of Photovoltaic and Battery Storage Systems in Puerto Rico

As part of the Biden-Harris administration’s Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), through its Loan Programs Office (LPO), announced a $861.3 million loan guarantee to finance the construction of two solar photovoltaic (PV) farms equipped with battery storage and two standalone battery energy storage systems (BESS) in Puerto Rico. The facilities … Continue reading Biden-Harris Administration Announces Loan Guarantee of More Than $860 Million to Support Construction of Photovoltaic and Battery Storage Systems in Puerto Rico

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Agreement signed for the construction of a photovoltaic plant in Djibouti

The agreement for the project was signed yesterday by the Egyptian Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy, Mahmoud Essmat, and the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources of Djibouti, Yonis Ali Guedi.Egypt will finance and build a 276,5 kilowatt photovoltaic power plant in Djibouti. The agreement for the project was signed yesterday by the Egyptian … Continue reading Agreement signed for the construction of a photovoltaic plant in Djibouti

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Cuba plans to install 1,000 megawatts of photovoltaic energy in a couple of years

Achieving the installed capacity proposed for 2031 “would place Cuba at an estimated 12% of photovoltaic penetration in the country’s energy generation.”In a period of two years, Cuba intends to install a thousand megawatts of photovoltaic energy through two projects that began in 2024. Currently, Prensa Latina indicates, there are 26 photovoltaic solar parks in … Continue reading Cuba plans to install 1,000 megawatts of photovoltaic energy in a couple of years

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The 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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The recovery of wind energy production in Europe in the second week of October favors the price fall in the electricity markets

In the second week of October, wind energy production in most major European markets recovered after the previous week’s falls, favoring weekly price declines in most electricity markets. On an hourly basis, some markets registered negative prices, while others registered the highest prices since at least February 2024. In Italy, photovoltaic energy production reached a … Continue reading The recovery of wind energy production in Europe in the second week of October favors the price fall in the electricity markets

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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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Huasun and ITRAMAS link to develop 1.5 GW photovoltaic projects in Malaysia

The strategic partnership is expected to strengthen Malaysia’s photovoltaic supply chain and introduce advanced photovoltaic technologies. Huasun Energy has partnered with ITRAMAS, a solar power developer and engineering, procurement and construction contractor, to develop 1.5GW photovoltaic projects in Malaysia. The collaboration, unveiled at the International Greentech & Eco Products Exhibition and Conference Malaysia 2024, aims … Continue reading Huasun and ITRAMAS link to develop 1.5 GW photovoltaic projects in Malaysia

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Solar photovoltaic (PV) is the only technology on track to meet 2030 investment targets

The world will need to invest US$1.5 trillion per year until the end of the decade to meet the target of tripling global installed renewable energy capacity by 2030, as agreed upon at the COP28 summit, and solar PV is the only clean energy technology currently on track to receive the level of investment necessary … Continue reading Solar photovoltaic (PV) is the only technology on track to meet 2030 investment targets

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8 projects with photovoltaics and hybridization in the second week of October in Spain

Prior administrative authorization for the Elvira Solar photovoltaic installation of 168 MW, and its evacuation infrastructure, in the municipalities of Carmona, Mairena del Alcor and Alcalá de Guadaíra (Seville), promoted by Chint Solar. Request for declaration of public utility for the Volateo Solar photovoltaic plant of 138.23 MW, and its evacuation infrastructure, in the municipalities … Continue reading 8 projects with photovoltaics and hybridization in the second week of October in Spain

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Seychelles embraces agrivoltaic technology to address climate challenges

Seychelles is exploring agrivoltaic technology to address its twin challenges: food insecurity and energy dependency. An UNCTAD report highlights how integrating solar photovoltaic power generation with agriculture could provide year-round crop production and renewable energy. However, the report also identifies barriers, including high costs and regulatory gaps, and offers policy recommendations to support widespread adoption … Continue reading Seychelles embraces agrivoltaic technology to address climate challenges

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Photovoltaic solar energy: with great potential for development in Paraguay

The Vice Minister of Mines and Energy of the Ministry of Public Works and Communications (MOPC), Mauricio Bejarano, spoke at the workshop “Vision Paraguay 2050 – In-depth Analysis of the Energy Sector”, an event that brought together more than 70 experts in the sector, and is part of the initiatives for the construction of the … Continue reading Photovoltaic solar energy: with great potential for development in Paraguay

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