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Repsol Starts Sigma: 204 MW Solar Complex
Repsol is powering Andalusia with the 204-MW Sigma solar photovoltaic complex, providing enough electricity to power 43,000 homes. Aiming for 6,000 GW of installed renewables capacity globally by 2025.
Jan 4, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, repsol, PV Power Plant, Andalusia
Shanghai Electric Launches 128MW UK Solar-Plus-Storage
Shanghai Electric has completed two renewable energy projects in the UK: REP1&2 BESS and Fiskerton II-A solar site. Generating 128,117 MWh of green energy annually, these projects will provide a significant contribution toward a sustainable future.
Jan 4, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Storage, UK, Europe, shanghai electric
KAIST Creates Highly Stretchable, High-Efficiency Solar Cells
KAIST researchers create a breakthrough in solar energy: a stretchable solar cell that converts energy with 19% efficiency, even when stretched up to 40% - ideal for wearable devices.
Jan 4, 2024 // Technology, solar cell, efficiency, kaist
Solar Philippines' 3.5GW Terra Solar Project
Solar Philippines is constructing an unprecedented 3.5-GW Terra Solar complex, featuring a 4 GWh battery storage system and generating 7,000 jobs in the process. Once operational, this ambitious project will be the largest solar complex in Southeast Asia.
Jan 4, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Asia, Philippines, Southeast Asia, Terra Solar complex
Ireland to Harness 190MW Solar Power
GP Joule's new Blackhall Solar Farm could revolutionize clean energy - help the nation reach its renewable energy target and make a lasting impact.
Jan 3, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Ireland, Europe, PV Power Plant
China Floats Solar to Green Beijing
China could power up to 863GW of green energy with floating solar, allowing it to bring solar power to regions where land is limited. With the potential to occupy 7,117 square kilometres less land than traditional PV, floating solar offers higher power outputs and a more economic solution.
Jan 3, 2024 // Plants, Floating PV, China, Asia, PV Power Plant
Mytilineos To Invest In 2.6GW Solar, Battery Storage
Mytilineos SA secures €400 million loan from EIB to install 2.6 GW of solar and storage capacity across EU countries, enabling €2.5 billion of projects and helping EU reach net zero emissions by 2050. Upgrade of Greek electricity grid included.
Jan 3, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, Mytilineos
Soltec Sells 850 MW Solar to CIP for Denmark Power-to-X
Soltec and CIP have joined forces to drive the green transition in Denmark, selling 850 MW of early-stage solar projects to CIP's Energy Transition Fund I. The projects span Denmark, with most located in the Jutland region, allowing both parties to participate in the booming Power-to-X industry.
Jan 3, 2024 // Plants, Markets & Finance News, Europe, Soltec, Denmark, CIP
Akcome Invests $140M in Next-Gen Solar Cells
Akcome is investing $140 million to create a HJT-Perovskite solar cell research and production base, promising low-temperature production and simpler incorporation. Join the initiative to capitalize on the solar cell's potential!
Jan 3, 2024 // Technology, Markets & Finance News, solar cell, perovskite, Akcome
Solar Boats Shimmering on Chilika Lake: OREDA Tender
Deploy zero-emission solar boats on Chilika Lake! OREDA has issued a tender for up to 20-seater boats with comprehensive O&M, plus charging and battery management solutions. Bid before Jan 30. Tests and trials included.
Jan 3, 2024 // Transport, India, tender, Asia, OREDA, Chilika Lake solar
Growatt’s WIT+APX: Unlocking C&I Energy Storage
Growatt's WIT+APX C&I energy storage system offers eight application modes, multilevel protection, and scalability up to 200 kWh, for businesses to fully leverage green power access and energy storage demand.
Jan 3, 2024 // Storage, Growatt
Solar Project Dismantled: Taxpayer Funds Wasted?
The DeGrussa solar and battery project, funded by ARENA, has been set for dismantling 7 years prior to its expected 25 year lifespan. Despite its premature end, Neoen is optimistic that its components can be repurposed, but questions remain about the financial return on the investment.
Jan 2, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Australia, Oceania, PV Power Plant
Solar-Powered E Ink Weather Station: Explore!
Ricardo Sappia's solar-powered smart weather station tracks the moon state, sunrise/sunset, temperature, wind, and cloud cover, all in an energy-conserving E Ink display. Keep up with the elements without breaking the bank.
Jan 2, 2024 // Technology, Ricardo Sappia
Solar Farms in Space: Exploring Renewables Beyond Earth
Dr Dan Lamb, from Swansea University, is researching the viability of low-cost, lightweight solar panels in space, to continuously generate energy and transfer it to Earth. Fueling green propulsion solutions, lunar bases, and space-based solar power, Lamb's work could revolutionize our energy sources.
Jan 2, 2024 // Technology, Plants, Swansea University, Dan Lamb
Neoen Unveils Italian Solar Trio: 24.7MW
Neoen is quickly expanding their presence in Italy with the construction of their first three renewable energy projects. These 24.7MW solar farms in Lombardy and Marche will be operational in 2025, helping the government reach its 40% renewable energy goal. Intec Energy Solutions has been contracted as the solar EPC provider.
Jan 2, 2024 // Plants, Italy, Europe, neoen, PV Power Plant