Capacity additions led by solar PV. India remains the leader in renewable energy, having added 20,146 gigawatts (GW) of solar PV and wind capacity in the first nine months of the year (9M 2024). According to JMK Research, solar PV accounted for the largest share of new capacity, at 17,444 megawatts (MW), while wind added … Continue reading India adds 20 GW of solar photovoltaic and wind capacity in last 9 months
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NDCs 3.0 a ‘Make or Break’ for Global Goal to Triple Renewables by 2030
Even if all COP announcements to date were to be fully implemented, a significant CO2 emission gap would still need to be closed by 2050, according to IRENA’s World Energy Transitions Outlook 2024. Released at the opening of the UN Climate Conference COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, the Agency’s 1.5°C Scenario outlines a net-zero path by … Continue reading NDCs 3.0 a ‘Make or Break’ for Global Goal to Triple Renewables by 2030
Continue readingWorld’s largest floating photovoltaic plant goes into operation in Taiwan with 440 MW
Hexa Renewables has put the world’s largest offshore floating PV plant into operation in Taiwan. Its total installed capacity is no less than 440 MW and covers 347 hectares of land provided by the government.This giant plant can supply energy to around 74,000 households.Chenya Energy, a former subsidiary of Hexa’s investor I Squared Capital, developed … Continue reading World’s largest floating photovoltaic plant goes into operation in Taiwan with 440 MW
Continue reading‘Photovoltaic Great Wall’ could power Beijing by 2030
Aiming to combine renewable energy development with combating desertification, an ambitious initiative known as the “Solar Great Wall” is moving forward in Ordos, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, local authorities said. The mammoth project, spanning 400 kilometers in length with an average width of 5 km, not only promises to supply sustainable electricity to Beijing and … Continue reading ‘Photovoltaic Great Wall’ could power Beijing by 2030
Continue readingSpain approves 7 photovoltaic and hybrid projects in the first week of November for 587.21 MW
The Official State Gazette for the month of November contains announcements corresponding to 7 photovoltaic projects for 587.21 MW, including 222.09 MW belonging to Endesa.Application for declaration of public utility of the photovoltaic projects FV Tan Energy 2 and FV Tan Energy 4, of 43.35 MW respectively, in the municipality of Jimena de la Frontera, … Continue reading Spain approves 7 photovoltaic and hybrid projects in the first week of November for 587.21 MW
Continue readingOffshore floating photovoltaic plant in Fujian in China sends electricity to grid
The first phase of an offshore photovoltaic (PV) power-generation platform built in the sea off Dongshan county, East China’s Fujian province, started supplying electricity to the grid on Friday. The project, operated by the China Three Gorges Corporation, is the country’s first offshore PV project built in a sea area with high wind speeds, and … Continue reading Offshore floating photovoltaic plant in Fujian in China sends electricity to grid
Continue readingIndia’s solar photovoltaic (PV) module exports have seen a remarkable surge, increasing nearly 23-fold from FY22 to FY24
India’s solar photovoltaic (PV) module exports have seen a remarkable surge, increasing nearly 23-fold from FY22 to FY24, according to a report by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) and JMK Research & Analytics. This marks a significant shift for India, which has traditionally been a consumer and importer of solar modules, … Continue reading India’s solar photovoltaic (PV) module exports have seen a remarkable surge, increasing nearly 23-fold from FY22 to FY24
Continue readingIran’s wind power and photovoltaic plant capacity increased by 500 MW by mid-March
According to SATBA data for the end of the sixth month of the Iranian calendar of Shahrivar (September 21), the share of wind power plants is 29 percent, and that of photovoltaic (PV) power plants, with 595.16 MW, is 60 percent.“Taking into account the capacity of new power plants under construction, by the end of … Continue reading Iran’s wind power and photovoltaic plant capacity increased by 500 MW by mid-March
Continue readingUzbekistan aims to have more than 18,000 MW of wind energy and photovoltaic solar power by 2030
By 2026, Uzbekistan plans to have 5,000 MW of photovoltaic (PV) and wind capacity, and by 2030 this figure is expected to exceed 18,000 MW. This would allow the country to produce 50 billion kWh of electricity per year, save 15 billion cubic meters of natural gas and avoid the emission of 21 million tons … Continue reading Uzbekistan aims to have more than 18,000 MW of wind energy and photovoltaic solar power by 2030
Continue readingScience, geopolitics and economics of solar photovoltaic energy
In this article I show a brief mix of science (obtaining silicon), geopolitics (China’s hegemony) and economics (evolution of solar photovoltaic energy costs). Cycle of obtaining a photovoltaic module from its raw material: silicon. Here I focus on obtaining silicon The solar photovoltaic energy production industry owes its success, among other reasons, to obtaining high-purity … Continue reading Science, geopolitics and economics of solar photovoltaic energy
Continue readingThe consequences of Donald Trump’s re-election for renewable energies such as wind power and photovoltaic
The transition to sustainable energy faces challenges as Trump outlines fossil fuel production strategies. He is a skeptic and an ignoramus when it comes to everything related to climate change, and nothing good can be expected from an already well-known character.Trump has already declared his hatred of wind energy by spreading lies and falsehoods again … Continue reading The consequences of Donald Trump’s re-election for renewable energies such as wind power and photovoltaic
Continue readingTender opens for 17 photovoltaic systems in Mozambique
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Mozambique is accepting bids to install 17 photovoltaic systems at selected health facilities across the country. The deadline for applications is Dec. 13. The UNDP has opened a tender for the implementation of solar photovoltaic (PV) installations at 17 health facilities in Mozambique. The 17 sites are divided into … Continue reading Tender opens for 17 photovoltaic systems in Mozambique
Continue readingGreenzo Energy wins 120 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) EPC project in Nepal
Greenzo Energy, India’s leading alkaline electrolyzer manufacturer and renewable energy solutions provider, has secured a major engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract for a 120 MW ground-based PV project in Nepal, valued at Rs 500 crore. This major project supports the expansion of Nepal’s clean energy infrastructure and aligns with the country’s renewable energy goals … Continue reading Greenzo Energy wins 120 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) EPC project in Nepal
Continue readingTE H2, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, and A.P. Møller Capital Partner for a Large-Scale Project in the Kingdom of Morocco
Under the presidency of His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco and His Excellency Emmanuel Macron, President of the French Republic, the government of the Kingdom of Morocco and TE H2, along with its partners, signed a Preliminary Contract for Land Reservation for the ‘Chbika’ project. This agreement will allow TE H2, a joint venture … Continue reading TE H2, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, and A.P. Møller Capital Partner for a Large-Scale Project in the Kingdom of Morocco
Continue readingSpain approves 3 GW for 38 photovoltaic and hybridisation projects during October
The Official State Gazette contains announcements for October of 38 photovoltaic and hybridisation projects, and 4 rejected projects totalling 430 MW.Report determining the environmental impact of the 54.6 MW Los Vientos I photovoltaic solar plant project, and its evacuation infrastructure, in the province of Zaragoza, promoted by Sydis. Prior administrative authorisation for modifications and administrative … Continue reading Spain approves 3 GW for 38 photovoltaic and hybridisation projects during October
Continue readingSolar industry achieves 2 terawatts of installed solar photovoltaic capacity
The global solar industry has doubled its capacity in two years, reaching 2 terawatts (TW) by 2024, after hitting the 1 TW mark in 2022. Solar energy has become the cheapest power source in many regions due to significant cost reductions, positioning it as a key pillar in the global energy system. With 2 TW, … Continue reading Solar industry achieves 2 terawatts of installed solar photovoltaic capacity
Continue readingMasdar, Sarawak Energy and Gentari to assess large-scale floating photovoltaic project in Malaysia
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, the United Arab Emirates (UAE)’s clean energy powerhouse, has signed a joint study agreement with Malaysia’s Sarawak Energy and clean energy solutions provider Gentari, to assess the feasibility of a floating solar power plant at the reservoir of Murum hydroelectric plant in the state of Sarawak, Malaysia. … Continue reading Masdar, Sarawak Energy and Gentari to assess large-scale floating photovoltaic project in Malaysia
Continue readingCoro’s photovoltaic solar projects in Vietnam gain traction
This follows an MoU signed between Mobile World Group and Coro in October 2023. The MoU grants Coro exclusivity on an initial 900 company sites (estimated at 50MW of rooftop solar capacity) in the central and southern regions of Vietnam, where solar irradiation is the highest in the country. Coro will build, own, and operate … Continue reading Coro’s photovoltaic solar projects in Vietnam gain traction
Continue readingIberdrola joins forces with Italian steel giant Acciaierie Venete to provide it with photovoltaic electricity
Iberdrola, a global leader in the renewable energy sector, and Acciaierie Venete Spa, one of the main players in the European steel market, announce the signing of a multi-year Off-site Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for a capacity of 12MW. The agreement provides for the supply of green energy from one of the Iberdrola photovoltaic plants, … Continue reading Iberdrola joins forces with Italian steel giant Acciaierie Venete to provide it with photovoltaic electricity
Continue readingThe Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF) calls for clarification of the regulation of energy communities
The Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF) has requested the development, as occurred with Self-Consumption, of a specific Royal Decree that sets the bases for the development of Energy Communities. In a statement, the employers’ association proposed a “complete” regulatory framework on Energy Communities that “defines the bases and creates a favourable environment for their development, providing … Continue reading The Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF) calls for clarification of the regulation of energy communities
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