Category Archives: photovoltaic

Pakistan is experiencing a photovoltaic solar power boom

Pakistan’s rapid adoption of solar energy, driven primarily by market forces and with minimal political support, provides valuable lessons for other emerging markets. Declining solar panel prices, coupled with skyrocketing grid electricity tariffs that have increased by 155% over three years, are fuelling a rush in renewable energy adoption in Pakistan, with solar power leading … Continue reading Pakistan is experiencing a photovoltaic solar power boom

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Will Donald Trump slow down the expansion of photovoltaic (PV)?

The research firm Wood Mackenzie published an analysis on what the impact of the Republican victory should be. The renewable capacity of the United States will grow by more than 240 GW by 2030.Renewable energy technologies in the United States will remain competitive for the next four years despite the uncertainties generated by Donald Trump’s … Continue reading Will Donald Trump slow down the expansion of photovoltaic (PV)?

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Iberdrola and Gres Panaria Portugal sign a contract for the sale of photovoltaic energy

Iberdrola and Gres Panaria Portugal, the leading Portuguese ceramics company, owner of the Margres, Love Tiles and Gresart brands, signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to begin in 2025 that will guarantee the supply of photovoltaic solar energy for the next 10 years.  It will provide a total of 92 GWh of clean energy during … Continue reading Iberdrola and Gres Panaria Portugal sign a contract for the sale of photovoltaic energy

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New Photovoltaic Solar Market Report Projects Record Year for 2024

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) today announced the release of the inaugural Solar Market Monitor, a market analysis of the domestic utility-scale solar industry produced by S&P Global Commodity Insights. The new report includes projections of a record-breaking year for solar, with over 32 GW of installations for 2024. The new report marks a … Continue reading New Photovoltaic Solar Market Report Projects Record Year for 2024

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OX2 begins construction of 119 MW photovoltaic plant in Australia

OX2 begins the construction of a 119 MW photovoltaic plant in Australia, which is one of the first publicly owned renewable energy projects in the country. The ownership of SEC, a government-owned renewable energy company in the State of Victoria, has also enabled a 100 MW battery energy storage system to be added to the … Continue reading OX2 begins construction of 119 MW photovoltaic plant in Australia

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Lula’s government promotes energy transition at COP 29, while raising taxes to curb the growth of photovoltaic solar energy

The increase in the tax on photovoltaic solar panels contrasts with the climate commitments assumed internationally by Brazil. During the United Nations Conference on Climate Change (COP 29), held in Azerbaijan, the Brazilian government highlighted its commitment to the energy transition. However, a recent internal decision generated criticism from experts and sectors of society. The … Continue reading Lula’s government promotes energy transition at COP 29, while raising taxes to curb the growth of photovoltaic solar energy

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Acciona will build a 225 MW photovoltaic plant in Peru

The new plant will consist of 371,040 high-performance bifacial panels with advanced technology. ACCIONA will build a new photovoltaic plant for Kallpa Generación, a Peruvian electricity company, in the district of La Joya (Arequipa, Peru), which will have a peak power capacity of 225MW. The new plant will consist of 371,040 high-performance bifacial panels with … Continue reading Acciona will build a 225 MW photovoltaic plant in Peru

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Zimbabwe’s power sector faces challenges and a push for photovoltaic

Zimbabwe’s electricity generation sector grapples with ageing infrastructure, environmental challenges, and a lagging renewable energy transition, according to a pro-environmental platform Clean Technica. With an installed capacity of nearly 3,000 MW, the Zimbabwe Power Company (ZPC) faces significant hurdles, including unreliable thermal plants, water shortages for hydropower, and a sluggish independent power producer (IPP) sector. … Continue reading Zimbabwe’s power sector faces challenges and a push for photovoltaic

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Spain approves 10 photovoltaic, hybridisation and 210 MW storage projects in the third week of November

The Official State Gazette for the third week of November contains announcements corresponding to 10 photovoltaic and hybridisation projects for 320 MW, including 100 MW belonging to Viga Renovables.Resolution formulating the report determining the environmental impact of the 36 MW El Almendro Photovoltaic Solar Park project, and its evacuation infrastructure, in the province of Huelva, … Continue reading Spain approves 10 photovoltaic, hybridisation and 210 MW storage projects in the third week of November

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Sungrow Hydrogen’s 2.6GW wind power and photovoltaic solar project starts construction

Sungrow Hydrogen recently has signed a cooperation agreement with China Tianying Inc. for the Tianying Green Hydrogen, Green Ammonia and Green Methanol Project. Sungrow Hydrogen will deliver 16 sets of 1000Nm³/h ALK hydrogen production system, including ALK electrolyzers, PWM hydrogen production power supply, as well as gas-liquid separation equipment, hydrogen purification equipment, for this project. … Continue reading Sungrow Hydrogen’s 2.6GW wind power and photovoltaic solar project starts construction

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RWE and Peabody Partner to Develop Photovoltaic Solar and Energy Storage Pipeline on Repurposed, Reclaimed Mine Lands

RWE, a leading renewable energy company, and Peabody (NYSE: BTU) announced a new partnership to strategically advance renewable energy projects by repurposing reclaimed land previously used for mining. This partnership brings together RWE’s expertise in developing and operating clean energy projects and Peabody’s significant land resources, particularly in the Midwest, as well as its industry-leading … Continue reading RWE and Peabody Partner to Develop Photovoltaic Solar and Energy Storage Pipeline on Repurposed, Reclaimed Mine Lands

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Spain’s photovoltaic solar power poised to surpass wind power

Spain’s solar power is on track to overtake wind power as the leading source in the country’s expanding renewable energy sector, which now accounts for more than half of the total energy mix, industry insiders told Xinhua. Renewable energy sources have supplied 57.5 per cent of Spain’s electricity production this year, according to the association … Continue reading Spain’s photovoltaic solar power poised to surpass wind power

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Gabon inaugurates its first photovoltaic (PV) plant with 30 MW

Gabon has inaugurated its first photovoltaic plant, the largest in Central Africa. Developer Solen SA Gabon has said it aims to expand the capacity of the Ayémé project to 30 MW to supply more than 300,000 homes.Gabon has inaugurated its first photovoltaic project. The Ayémé photovoltaic plant is located in the Plaine-Ayeme area in northwestern … Continue reading Gabon inaugurates its first photovoltaic (PV) plant with 30 MW

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Top photovoltaic (PV) module suppliers by shipment in Q3 2024

JinkoSolar, JA Solar and Trina Solar have achieved a total shipment of about 180GW in the first three quarters of 2024 amidst bleak industry situation, according to the latest data provided by Solarbe. In the third quarter of 2024, the photovoltaic industry chain continues to experience a certain structural supply-demand imbalance, with severe competition leading … Continue reading Top photovoltaic (PV) module suppliers by shipment in Q3 2024

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New photovoltaic (PV) capacity installed in Germany fell by 9% in October

According to statistics from Germany’s Federal Network Agency (Bundesnetzagentur), in October 2024, the country’s newly registered solar photovoltaic installed capacity was 1.363GW, an increase of more than 16% month-on-month, but a decrease of more than 9% year-on-year; From January to October, Germany added 13.13GW of photovoltaic installed capacity. Of the new capacity added in October this … Continue reading New photovoltaic (PV) capacity installed in Germany fell by 9% in October

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Global floating photovoltaic installation to reach 77 GW by 2033, says Wood Mackenzie

According to Wood Mackenzie’s Floating Photovoltaics (PV) Market Overview 2024 report, global floating photovoltaic (FPV) installed capacity is expected to grow to 77 GW (DC) by 2033, of which the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region will account for 81% of the share, reaching 57 GW (DC). Growth in the Asia Pacific region is mainly driven by India, … Continue reading Global floating photovoltaic installation to reach 77 GW by 2033, says Wood Mackenzie

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The Spanish Photovoltaic Union applauds the appointment of Sara Aagesen to advance the energy transition

For the Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF), the new minister “has demonstrated great commitment and efficiency” as Secretary of State for Energy.The Spanish Photovoltaic Union (UNEF) has indicated that the appointment of Sara Aagesen as Minister for the Ecological Transition “is, without a doubt, good news to continue moving forward on the right foot in the … Continue reading The Spanish Photovoltaic Union applauds the appointment of Sara Aagesen to advance the energy transition

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Yesterday, wind power reached a new historical generation maximum in Spain with 433.7 GWh, 52% of the daily mix

On July 12 of this year, solar photovoltaic energy surpassed its daily production records by reaching a contribution of 211.9 GWh, with which it achieved a share of 25.4% in the national generation structure. Spanish renewables are expected to exceed their entire annual production for 2023 today, which would mark a new historical milestone for … Continue reading Yesterday, wind power reached a new historical generation maximum in Spain with 433.7 GWh, 52% of the daily mix

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Large-scale photovoltaic plants can foster abundant biodiversity

NREL collects detailed data on the interactions among habitat, pollinators, soil, and solar photovoltaic (PV) energy production. The growth in utility-scale solar development is leading to questions about how best to use the land underneath solar panels and what impacts solar installations have on soil and habitat. An increasingly common practice is to establish habitat … Continue reading Large-scale photovoltaic plants can foster abundant biodiversity

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