Perovskite solar cells offer the promise of increased efficiency and lower costs than traditional silicon photovoltaics, but long-term stability issues have held them back. However, researchers at Northwestern University have now discovered a more resilient replacement to the ammonium-based coating layer used currently, as TechXplore reported. Instead, they found a more robust layer of amidinium … Continue reading Scientists develop record-breaking photovoltaic (PV) technology that could dramatically reduce the cost of solar energy
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China’s largest concentrated solar power project in northwestern Xinjiang connects to State Grid
The 1-million-kilowatt integrated concentrated solar-thermal power (CSP) and photovoltaic (PV) energy demonstration project in Hami, in Northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, has commenced power generation and connected to the State Grid, a spokesperson from the Northwest Electric Power Design Institute of China Power Engineering Consulting Group, the project’s contractor, told the Global Times on … Continue reading China’s largest concentrated solar power project in northwestern Xinjiang connects to State Grid
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Researchers discover that photovoltaics and olive groves can coexist
A team of researchers at the University of Córdoba in Spain discovered a way for solar energy generation and crop production to coexist on the same land without competing for resources. In a recent study published in the Journal of Cleaner Production, researchers tested a model that integrates solar collectors with hedgerow olive plantations. The … Continue reading Researchers discover that photovoltaics and olive groves can coexist
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New prospects for India’s photovoltaic (PV) industry
India has introduced a series of policy incentives to promote domestic PV manufacturing. Among them, the ALMM mandates that government projects use domestically produced modules listed in the ALMM. For India, where government projects form a significant portion of installations, the ALMM incentivizes local capacity and gradually reduces its reliance on imported modules, profoundly impacting … Continue reading New prospects for India’s photovoltaic (PV) industry
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China’s wind power installed capacity reached 490 GW
China’s wind power installed capacity sees expansion amid green transition push. China’s installed capacity of wind power has continued to grow as the country accelerates its push for a green transition, official data showed Friday. Wind power installed capacity in the country reached 490 GW at the end of November, rising 19.2% year on year, … Continue reading China’s wind power installed capacity reached 490 GW
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SolarPower Europe warns that the EU photovoltaic (PV) market will grow by only 4% per year by 2024
A new report from SolarPower Europe warns that 2024 brings only 4% annual growth to the EU photovoltaic market. This represents a 92% growth slowdown. The EU installed 66 GW of photovoltaic in 2024, inching past 2023’s record of 63 GW.2024 also marks the first year where annual investment in photovoltaic installations in the EU … Continue reading SolarPower Europe warns that the EU photovoltaic (PV) market will grow by only 4% per year by 2024
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Iran’s photovoltaic (PV) capacity to increase by 4,000 MW by March 2026
Iran’s photovoltaic (PV) capacity will increase by 4,000 megawatts (MW) by the end of the next Iranian calendar year (March 20, 2026), the country’s energy minister announced. Abbas Ali-Abadi said the country’s power grid is large and with the annual generation and consumption capacity of about 350 billion kilowatt hours of electricity, it technically has … Continue reading Iran’s photovoltaic (PV) capacity to increase by 4,000 MW by March 2026
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U.S. anti-dumping ruling challenges Southeast Asian Photovoltaic (PV) exports
U.S. Department of Commerce issued preliminary findings in the antidumping duty investigations of cells from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam On November 29, the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) issued a preliminary ruling on the anti-dumping (AD) investigation of crystalline cells from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam, announcing the dumping rates for each exporter/producer. This … Continue reading U.S. anti-dumping ruling challenges Southeast Asian Photovoltaic (PV) exports
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LPO announces $1.45 billion loan guarantee to Qcells to finance a solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing facility in Georgia
As part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America agenda, the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Loan Programs Office (LPO) announced today the closing of a $1.45 billion loan guarantee to Hanwha Q Cells Georgia, Inc. (Qcells), a leading North American crystalline silicon solar manufacturer. The loan guarantee will support Qcells’ solar supply chain facility in Cartersville, Georgia, … Continue reading LPO announces $1.45 billion loan guarantee to Qcells to finance a solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing facility in Georgia
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China-invested photovoltaic project breaks ground in Laos
A China-invested 1-million-kilowatt photovoltaic project broke ground in northern Laos, China General Nuclear Power Corporation (CGN), a major nuclear power operator in China and the project investor, announced on Thursday (Dec 19). The project, jointly constructed by the CGN and over 70 other Chinese and Laotian enterprises, is the phase I project of CGN’s clean … Continue reading China-invested photovoltaic project breaks ground in Laos
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EIB signs €100 million green loan with Iberdrola backed by SACE for new photovoltaic plant in Sicily
EIB Vice-President Gelsomina Vigliotti said: “The EIB remains a key partner for Italy in the renewable energy sector. The EIB plays a crucial role in attracting foreign investors to the country with the aim of promoting environmental sustainability, social cohesion and economic growth.” Alessandra Ricci, SACE CEO, declared: “We are proud to partner with EIB … Continue reading EIB signs €100 million green loan with Iberdrola backed by SACE for new photovoltaic plant in Sicily
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Renewable energies generate 56% of the Spanish electricity mix in 2024
Their production rises by almost 11% in a record year, twice over: it records the highest renewable production and its highest share since records began. Solar photovoltaics overtakes the combined cycle and is in third place in the mix for the first time in a year once again led by wind power, with 23%. Forecasts … Continue reading Renewable energies generate 56% of the Spanish electricity mix in 2024
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Inflation Reduction Act Delivers Massive Economic Boost and 4X Return on Investment
A new independent study reveals that the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) will deliver substantial economic benefits for the United States, notably growing the economy by $1.9 trillion over the next ten years. The benefits extend across the energy sector, positively impacting renewable resources, oil, gas, hydrogen, nuclear energy, and battery storage systems as well as … Continue reading Inflation Reduction Act Delivers Massive Economic Boost and 4X Return on Investment
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LRE begins commercial operations of the 200 MW Morrow Lake Solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant in Texas
LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) today announced the completion and commercial operation of its 200-megawatt (MW) Morrow Lake Solar project. Located in Frio County, Texas, the project will provide Microsoft Corp. (“Microsoft”) renewable energy under a previously announced long-term power purchase agreement. Morrow Lake Solar is the first of two solar facilities developed under the agreement … Continue reading LRE begins commercial operations of the 200 MW Morrow Lake Solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant in Texas
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Spain increases greenhouse gas emissions by 1%
Greenhouse gas emissions rose by 1% in Spain this year compared to 2023 and were at the third lowest point in the historical series, which begins in 1990. This is set out in a report prepared by the Sustainability Observatory (OS) and prepared by the economist and climate change expert José Santamarta, as lead author, … Continue reading Spain increases greenhouse gas emissions by 1%
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Acciona Energía installs a battery storage system at the Extremadura I-II-III Photovoltaic Plant
ACCIONA Energía has started the installation of a battery energy storage system (BESS) using recycled batteries from electric vehicles at its Extremadura I-II-III photovoltaic plant in Almendralejo (Badajoz). The plant was built to support a Power Purchase Agreement with the global pharmaceutical group Novartis AG. The facility features two containers with a combined capacity of … Continue reading Acciona Energía installs a battery storage system at the Extremadura I-II-III Photovoltaic Plant
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RWE reaches 10 gigawatts in wind power and photovoltaic in the US
RWE, a leading global energy company, has reached a significant growth milestone in the U.S. after hitting 10 gigawatts (GW) of installed generation capacity of onshore wind, solar and energy storage facilities in operation from coast to coast. The company owns and operates a diverse portfolio of more than 170 facilities in 24 U.S. states, … Continue reading RWE reaches 10 gigawatts in wind power and photovoltaic in the US
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India to mandate energy storage for photovoltaic, wind power projects
India’s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) may soon introduce new policies which will mandate the inclusion of battery storage in new solar and wind projects. Speaking at the 21st edition of the Global MSME Business Summit organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), MNRE Secretary Prashant Kumar Singh said that the government is … Continue reading India to mandate energy storage for photovoltaic, wind power projects
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EU adds 66 GW of solar photovoltaic (PV) in 2024
Solar PV additions in the European Union are forecast to reach 65.5GW in 2024, according to trade association SolarPower Europe’s (SPE) latest report. After years of rapid growth with double-digit increases from previous years, Europe is facing a 92% slowdown in solar growth compared with the growth between 2021 and 2023. Last year was marked … Continue reading EU adds 66 GW of solar photovoltaic (PV) in 2024
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Bahrain eyes 20% reliance on photovoltaic solar power
One of the key incentives introduced to encourage wider adoption was a financial reward for surplus electricity generated by private photovoltaic systems Bahrain has set an ambitious target of 20 per cent reliance on photovoltaic solar power by 2035, a top minister has said. Electricity and Water Affairs Minister Yasser Humaidan, in a written reply … Continue reading Bahrain eyes 20% reliance on photovoltaic solar power
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