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Africa's Renewable Energy Potential: Powering the Continent's Future
Unlocking Africa's renewable energy potential: A joint study reveals the continent's ability to achieve 80% renewable energy by 2040, but calls for increased investment and a shift away from coal and gas-fired power plants.
Jan 17, 2024 // Plants, Africa
Wattcrop's Greek BESS Projects Seek Grid-Connection Permits
Greek renewables developer, Wattcrop, is making significant strides in the energy storage sector with its application for grid-connection permits for 273 MW of battery energy storage systems. These projects are set to revolutionize the regional energy infrastructure and boost renewable energy capacity.
Jan 17, 2024 // Storage, Grids, Greece, Europe, Wattcrop
Allegro Partners with R.Power for Solar-Powered E-Commerce Platform
Allegro, Poland's leading e-commerce platform, partners with R.Power Renewables to secure 200 GWh of green electricity annually, reducing emissions and aligning with climate goals.
Jan 17, 2024 // Plants, Commercial, Poland, Europe, r.power, Allegro
Albania's Solar Power Ambitions Soar with 300 MW Tender
Albania's latest solar tender aims to construct 300 MW of solar parks, as the country strives to become a net exporter of renewable energy by 2030. Supported by Swiss and European institutions, successful candidates will receive 15-year contracts for their plants' output.
Jan 17, 2024 // Plants, Commercial, tender, Europe, PV Power Plant, Albania
nextE Unveils Romania's Largest Solar Park in Landmark Deal
nextE, a leading European independent power producer, secures a power purchase agreement for a massive 42.9 MW solar park in Romania, solidifying its position in the country's renewable energy sector.
Jan 17, 2024 // Plants, Commercial, Europe, Romania, PV Power Plant, NextE
Bluefield and Arcano Expand Italian Solar Portfolio with 7.2 MW Acquisition
Bluefield Revive Italia, a joint venture between Bluefield Partners LLP and Arcano Capital SGIIC SAU, acquires 7.2 MW of new photovoltaic parks in Southern Italy, aiming to revitalize operational solar assets facing various challenges.
Jan 16, 2024 // Plants, Commercial, Markets & Finance News, Italy, Europe, Bluefield, Arcano
Bluefield Renewable to Build 50-MW Solar Park in Former Coal Mining Site
Bluefield Renewable Developments secures approval for 49.9 MW solar park in North East England, bringing clean energy to 13,000 homes and supporting local energy initiatives.
Jan 16, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, PV Power Plant, Bluefield Renewable
Enel Chile's El Manzano Solar Farm Powers Up Santiago
Enel Green Power Chile's 99-MW El Manzano solar farm is set to revolutionize renewable energy in Chile, generating 226 GWh annually and featuring a cutting-edge battery energy storage system.
Jan 16, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Enel, Chile, South america, PV Power Plant
Sun Trinity Installs Largest Solar Carport at AEON Mall
Sun Trinity and AEON Mall are revolutionizing renewable energy in Japan with the installation of a massive 15,000 kilowatt solar carport, the largest of its kind in the country. This partnership aims to bring solar carports to over 50 AEON Mall locations by 2025, paving the way for a greener future.
Jan 16, 2024 // Plants, Sun Trinity, AEON Mall
TandemPV Secures $6M to Revolutionize Perovskite PV Market
TandemPV secures $6 million in funding, reaching a total of $27 million, to fuel research, development, and establish its first manufacturing facility. With 26% efficiency, their perovskite panels offer cost-effective power solutions.
Jan 16, 2024 // Technology, Markets & Finance News, perovskite, TandemPV
LG Electronics Unveils First US Factory for Advanced EV Chargers
LG Electronics opens first US factory for EV charging stations, boosting America's charging infrastructure. New tech jobs and revenue opportunities await in North Texas.
Jan 16, 2024 // Manufacturing News, Storage, USA, North America, LG Electronics, EV charger
Betavolt's Atomic Energy Batteries: 50 Years of Power Without Charge
Introducing Betavolt's groundbreaking atomic energy batteries - a game-changer in the world of energy storage. With a lifespan of 50 years and no need for charging or maintenance, these batteries are set to revolutionize aerospace, AI, medical equipment, and more. China's innovation in atomic energy and diamond semiconductors puts them ahead of the game.
Jan 16, 2024 // Storage, Betavolt
GoldenPeaks and Boryszew SA Sign 10-Year Solar Power Deal in Poland
GoldenPeaks Capital secures 10-year power purchase agreement with Boryszew SA, supplying 24 GWh of solar power annually in Poland. Expanding their photovoltaic system ownership, they plan to acquire 150 MW more by year-end.
Jan 15, 2024 // Plants, Commercial, Poland, Europe, GoldenPeaks, Boryszew SA
RedoxBlox Secures $25M to Revolutionize Energy Storage Technology
RedoxBlox secures $15.6 million in grants and financing to advance its thermochemical energy storage technology, aiming to revolutionize industrial heat applications and renewable energy storage.
Jan 15, 2024 // Technology, Markets & Finance News, Storage, RedoxBlox
Iran's Ambitious Solar Farm Plans to Boost Renewable Energy
Iran is making significant strides in renewable energy with the allocation of land for solar farms and plans to launch specialized solar parks. The government's investment packages aim to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and promote green electricity supply contracts.
Jan 15, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Asia, Iran, PV Power Plant