Solar Markets & Finance News

Obton Expands Japanese Solar Presence with $290m Acquisition
Danish solar investment firm Obton A/S makes a bold move in Japan with a $290 million investment in BCPG, solidifying its position as a top player in the market.
Aug 6, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, Japan, Asia, obton
SunPower Files Chapter 11, Agrees $45m Asset Sale
SunPower files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, agrees to sell key businesses in $45 million deal. Transition to new ownership underway.
Aug 6, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, SunPower
Sabadell finances SEAT's solar project, acquires stake
Sabadell's EUR 20 million investment in SEAT's solar project showcases their dedication to renewable energy financing. A bright future ahead for sustainable power in Catalonia.
Aug 5, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Markets & Finance News, catalonia, Sabadell
Voltalia Secures EUR-294m Debt Refinancing for Solar Expansion
Voltalia SA secures EUR 294 million in loans to refinance debt, fueling future expansion and renewable energy projects. Strengthening financial flexibility for growth.
Aug 5, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, Voltalia SA
US Senators Target China Solar Firms in Tax Credit Ban
US Senator Sherrod Brown's bill aims to keep energy manufacturing tax credits in American hands, not foreign adversaries. A bipartisan effort to boost domestic jobs and security.
Aug 1, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, Policy, USA, China, Asia, North America
KKR Boosts Avantus with $522m Facility
KKR's investment in Avantus fuels clean energy growth in the US, with over 30GW of solar and 94GWh of energy storage projects in the pipeline.
Aug 1, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, KKR, Avantus
FRV secures AUD 1.2bn refinancing for Aussie solar projects
FRV secures AUD-1.2 billion refinancing deal for 1-GW solar portfolio in Australia with 11 lenders, including ING Bank and Westpac Banking Corp.
Aug 1, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, frv, PV Power Plant
Encavis secures funding for 260-MW solar project in Germany
Encavis AG secures EUR 145 million for 260-MW solar project in Bartow, Germany, with financing from Commerzbank AG. Another milestone for Encavis in expanding renewable energy projects in Europe.
Jul 31, 2024 // Plants, Markets & Finance News, Germany, Europe, PV Power Plant, encavis ag
ARENA Funds Solar Robotics, Software Projects with USD 2.1m
ARENA funds solar software and robotics projects to slash costs and boost efficiency, driving Australia towards ultra low-cost solar and net zero goals by 2030.
Jul 31, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, Software, ARENA
Acciona Energia Plans Giga Asset Rotation Amid 84% Profit Drop
Acciona Energia explores selling 6 GW of global capacity for financial flexibility, despite profit drop. Still expanding renewable portfolio with 1,734 MW under construction.
Jul 31, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, acciona energia
Argentina's Renewable Energy Capacity Grows in Q2 2024
Argentina's renewable energy capacity grows with 65.1 MW added in Q2 2024, powering over 6 million homes and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
Jul 29, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, Argentina, South america
Frontier secures AUD 215m for Aussie solar-storage project
Frontier Energy Limited secures AUD 215 million for solar-plus-storage project in Western Australia, paving the way for a renewable energy hub with green hydrogen initiatives.
Jul 25, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, Frontier Energy Limited
VH Global Acquires 248.4-MW European Solar, Wind Portfolio
VH Global Sustainable Energy Opportunities plc secures major stake in European solar and wind portfolio, powering over 100,000 homes annually by 2025.
Jul 25, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, VH Global
Enphase Sees California Solar Stabilizing, Sales Rise
Enphase Energy's rise in sales and battery demand signal a potential turnaround in the home solar market, offering hope for the industry's future.
Jul 24, 2024 // Residential, Markets & Finance News, California, USA, Enphase Energy, North America
First Solar Probes Solar Firms for TOPCon Patent Violations
First Solar Inc. is cracking down on potential patent infringement in the solar industry, protecting its innovative TOPCon technology with legal action and safeguarding its rights.
Jul 22, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, First Solar, TOPCon Patent