Iran’s renewable power capacity has reached 1,317 megawatts (MW), according to the latest data from the country’s Renewable energy and Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA). Of this total, photovoltaic solar power plants contribute the largest share at 60 percent, equivalent to 608.03 MW, while wind power plants account for 29 percent, or 376.3 MW. Small hydropower … Continue reading Iran’s photovoltaic and wind power plants’ capacity reaches 1,317 MW
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Potential tariffs from US could hinder its photovoltaic sector
US trade officials announced on Friday a preliminary decision to set a new round of tariffs on solar panel imports from four Southeast Asian nations, with calculated dumping duties of between 21.31 and 271.2 percent, depending on the company, on solar cells from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, Reuters reported. If these preliminary rates are … Continue reading Potential tariffs from US could hinder its photovoltaic sector
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Moquegua in Peru is preparing to have one of the largest photovoltaic solar power plants in South America with 468 MW
The choice of Moquegua for the Kallpa Pampa Salinas I and II photovoltaic (PV) complex, with a combined capacity of 468 MW, is not a coincidence. The region has been identified as one of the most promising for developing solar photovoltaic energy projects in Peru, thanks to its high radiation and favorable climatic conditions. The … Continue reading Moquegua in Peru is preparing to have one of the largest photovoltaic solar power plants in South America with 468 MW
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PERC, TOPCon and HJT photovoltaic (PV) modules record lows in the international market
The data is part of the new InfoLink Consulting newsletter, which monitors the global costs of the photovoltaic chain on a weekly basis.The prices of Mono PERC, bifacial N-Type TOPCon and HJT (heterojunction) photovoltaic modules sold by China in the international market registered new falls in November 2024, consolidating a year of significant reductions in … Continue reading PERC, TOPCon and HJT photovoltaic (PV) modules record lows in the international market
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Pakistan’s surprise photovoltaic solar surge shocks experts and grid
Pakistan has grown its photovoltaic solar energy capacity by an astounding amount in a remarkably short space of time. The shock surge has given residents the power to survive blackouts, but it threatens to disrupt the grid. A solar surge has reached new heights in Pakistan, sparking what some experts are calling one of the … Continue reading Pakistan’s surprise photovoltaic solar surge shocks experts and grid
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US sets tariffs on photovoltaic from Southeast Asian countries
US trade officials on Friday announced a new round of tariffs on imports of photovoltaic (PV) solar panels from four Southeast Asian countries after American manufacturers complained that companies from those countries are flooding the market with unfairly cheap products.It is the second of two preliminary decisions President Joe Biden’s Commerce Department is making this … Continue reading US sets tariffs on photovoltaic from Southeast Asian countries
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Germany to add 17.5 GW of photovoltaic in 2024
The Federal Association of Energy and Water Industries (BDEW) expects that 17.5 GW of new photovoltaic capacity will be installed across Germany in 2024, reaching a new record level. In comparison, 15.3 GW of photovoltaic (PV) facilities were connected to the grid in 2023, the association said on Wednesday. “The continuous increase in photovoltaic expansion … Continue reading Germany to add 17.5 GW of photovoltaic in 2024
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Naturgy and the EIB agree on a €1 billion loan to invest in solar photovoltaic and onshore wind energy projects in Spain
Naturgy and the EIB have signed a first tranche of this financing worth €400 million of the total approved €1 billion. The loan will finance the start-up of new renewable energy plants and the repowering and hybridisation of existing ones. Upon completion, the project is expected to generate green energy equivalent to the approximate average … Continue reading Naturgy and the EIB agree on a €1 billion loan to invest in solar photovoltaic and onshore wind energy projects in Spain
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India to add 22.4 GW photovoltaic capacity in 2024
India is on track to install 22.4GW of new solar photovoltaic generation capacity in 2024 according to energy consultancy firm JMK Research. Data in JMK’s Q3 2024 renewable energy update showed that India installed around 13.2GW of new utility-scale photovoltaic capacity from January to September this year, a roughly 161% increase on the same period … Continue reading India to add 22.4 GW photovoltaic capacity in 2024
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EWEC announces start of construction on 1.5 GW Al Ajban solar photovoltaic project in Abu Dhabi
The IPP project is scheduled to start commercial operations in Q3 2026. Al Ajban Solar PV is EWEC’s third utility-scale solar PV plant in Abu Dhabi.EWEC (Emirates Water and Electricity Company), the Abu Dhabi-based off-taker for water and power projects, has announced start of construction on the 1.5 gigawatt (GW) Al Ajban Solar Photovoltaic (PV) … Continue reading EWEC announces start of construction on 1.5 GW Al Ajban solar photovoltaic project in Abu Dhabi
Continue readingXinjiang Turpan: Photovoltaic power generation reaches 1.575 billion kilowatt-hours this year
As of November 25th, data from the Power Dispatch Control Center of the State Grid Turpan Power Supply Company reveals that photovoltaic power generation in Turpan has reached 1.575 billion kilowatt-hours since the start of the year. Turpan is among China’s regions with the richest solar thermal resources, characterized by an average of over 3,200 hours … Continue reading Xinjiang Turpan: Photovoltaic power generation reaches 1.575 billion kilowatt-hours this year
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EDP Renewables starts construction of its first photovoltaic project in Germany
The Ketzin solar plant, with an installed capacity of 87 MWp, is expected to come online in the second half of 2025, representing EDP’s capacity increase in the country. EDP Renewables has started construction of its first large-scale renewable energy project in Germany, realising the company’s ambition to develop clean energy in the country. The … Continue reading EDP Renewables starts construction of its first photovoltaic project in Germany
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Agrivoltaics 101 Resources Provide a Guide Toward Implementation
Clean Energy to Communities (C2C) has helped numerous communities plan for and implement agrivoltaic systems, and technical assistance providers at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) are working to share key learnings from those projects with other communities looking to follow in their footsteps. Agrivoltaics allow for the dual use of land through the deployment … Continue reading Agrivoltaics 101 Resources Provide a Guide Toward Implementation
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Solar energy is losing market value, wind energy maintains it better
In recent times, solar photovoltaic energy has experienced unprecedented growth in many countries. Spain is a particularly clear example, where more than 3 GW have been installed annually since 2019, with 5.5 GW installed last year (excluding self-consumption, which adds a significant contribution). As a result, solar energy is becoming one of the key players … Continue reading Solar energy is losing market value, wind energy maintains it better
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EU’s energy security architecture – the way forward
Energy security has risen to the top of the EU’s political agenda, yet much remains to be done. The EU cannot continue relying on imported fossil fuels, putting its energy security in the hands of hostile nations. This becomes critical considering the US president-elect’s calls for reduced US military engagement in Europe. Solutions like wind, … Continue reading EU’s energy security architecture – the way forward
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Solar photovoltaic surge: Meeting two-thirds of the rise in Türkiye’s peak electricity demand in 2024
In the first eight months of 2024, Türkiye’s photovoltaic solar energy generation surged by over 40% compared to the same period in 2023, contributing to meeting record-high electricity demand during summer. Türkiye’s solar surge meets rising peak demand in 2024 Since 2017, solar generation’s contribution to meeting Türkiye’s electricity demand peak has increased sevenfold from … Continue reading Solar photovoltaic surge: Meeting two-thirds of the rise in Türkiye’s peak electricity demand in 2024
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The Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF) Hydrogen and Storage Summit will take place in Madrid on February 11 and 12
The Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF) announces the celebration of the III Storage and Hydrogen Summit, which will take place on February 11 and 12, 2025 at the Novotel Madrid Center (Calle de O’Donnell, 53, Salamanca, 28009 Madrid). During two days of intense debates and round tables, experts from the energy sector will meet to address … Continue reading The Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF) Hydrogen and Storage Summit will take place in Madrid on February 11 and 12
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Venezuela pledged at COP 29 to ensure that 30% of electricity generation comes from photovoltaics
The Maduro dictatorship, following the recent electoral fraud and through the Minister for Ecosocialism, Josué Lorca, within the framework of the 29th Conference of the Parties of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29), held a meeting with the Director General of the International Solar Alliance (ISA), Ajay Mathur, to discuss the importance … Continue reading Venezuela pledged at COP 29 to ensure that 30% of electricity generation comes from photovoltaics
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Japan to promote perovskite solar cells
Japan’s industry ministry is considering promoting the use of perovskite solar cells to cover 20 gigawatts of electricity by 2040. The plan is part of efforts to expand the use of renewable energy sources by supporting the introduction of next-generation technologies at a time when the country is racing to reduce carbon emissions. The ministry … Continue reading Japan to promote perovskite solar cells
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China’s New Renewable Energy Plan: Key Insights for Businesses
China’s new renewable energy plan aims to significantly boost the country’s renewable energy consumption, setting ambitious targets for 2025 and 2030. Unlike previous plans focused primarily on capacity installation, the new strategy emphasizes maximizing renewable energy utilization through infrastructure upgrades and sectoral integration across industries, including transportation, agriculture, and manufacturing. This shift is expected to … Continue reading China’s New Renewable Energy Plan: Key Insights for Businesses
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