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Shining Light on Perovskites: X-rays Unlock Solar Cell Stability
Scientists at APS used X-rays to study ion movement in perovskite crystals under UV radiation. Understanding this can improve stability, potentially achieving a 20-30 year solar cell lifetime and outperforming other solar cells.
Jan 24, 2024 // Technology, USA, solar cell, North America, doe, Argonne National Laboratory
Rio Tinto Partners with European Energy for Australia's Largest Solar Farm
European Energy and Rio Tinto join forces for the Upper Calliope solar project, set to be Australia's largest solar corporate PPA, boosting renewable energy and creating jobs.
Jan 24, 2024 // Plants, Australia, Oceania, PV Power Plant, Rio Tinto
Neoen Breaks Ground on 24.7 MWp Solar Farms in Italy, Aiming to Slash CO2 Emissions
Neoen's solar farms in Italy will prevent CO2 emissions, power thousands of homes, and benefit from simplified planning rules. They have also secured solar projects in France to power tens of thousands of people.
Jan 24, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Italy, Europe, neoen, PV Power Plant
AMEA Power and Hidropower Partner for 125-MWp Solar Project in Mozambique
AMEA Power and Hidropower join forces to develop a 125 MWp solar project in Mozambique, bringing clean energy to over 150,000 homes and reducing CO2 emissions by 232,900 tonnes annually.
Jan 23, 2024 // Plants, Commercial, Africa, amea power, Mozambique, PV Power Plant, Hidropower
New Zealand's South Island to Harness Solar Power and Agriculture in Lodestone's Three PV Parks
Lodestone Energy secures consent for three solar power plants in New Zealand, combining renewable energy with agriculture for a sustainable future.
Jan 23, 2024 // Plants, New Zealand, Oceania, PV Power Plant
Silver Nanoparticles Boost Efficiency of Perovskite Solar Cells
University of Sheffield researchers boost perovskite solar cell efficiency by adding silver nanoparticles to the electron transport layer, achieving a record-breaking 14.3% power conversion efficiency.
Jan 23, 2024 // Technology, solar cell, perovskite, efficiency, university of sheffield
Terra-Gen and Mortenson Unveil Largest US Solar + Storage Project
Terra-Gen and Mortenson complete the largest solar + storage project in the US, powering multiple entities and paving the way for six more projects in the near future.
Jan 23, 2024 // Plants, Storage, USA, North America, terra-gen, PV Power Plant, Mortenson
Goa's Ambitious Floating Solar Plan: Rs 1,300 Cr Investment
SJVN Green Energy Ltd (SGEL) plans to invest over Rs 1,300 crore in floating solar projects in Goa, aiming to increase solar power generation, conserve water, create jobs, and achieve the state's net-zero target.
Jan 23, 2024 // Plants, Floating PV, Solar Panels, Goa, SJVN Green Energy, SGEL, Selaulim, Amthanem, Anjunem, Chapoli
SaskPower's Groundbreaking Solar Plant to Transform Saskatchewan's Energy Landscape
SaskPower's groundbreaking solar facility in Estevan, Saskatchewan, is set to power 25,000 homes and propel the province towards its net-zero emissions target. A collaboration with Indigenous communities, it marks a significant shift towards renewable energy in the region.
Jan 23, 2024 // Plants, SaskPower, PV Power Plant, Saskatchewan
Huasun Wuxi Unveils World's First 3.6GW HJT Solar Cell Factory
Huasun's 3.6GW HJT Solar Cell Project in Xishan District marks a major milestone in the industry, with plans to exceed 26% efficiency and establish Xishan as a photovoltaic hub.
Jan 23, 2024 // Manufacturing News, solar cell, efficiency, Huasun, Wuxi
Exus Expands US Solar Portfolio with 625MW Acquisition
Exus North America secures 625MW solar farm portfolio in New Mexico, bolstering the state's clean energy goals. Partners Group invests $1 billion, fueling Exus' expansion in North America.
Jan 22, 2024 // Plants, Commercial, Markets & Finance News, USA, North America, PV Power Plant, Exus
Vortex Energy Powers Up Poland with Wind and Solar
Vortex Energy, backed by Vitol, is set to construct 53 MW of wind and 57 MW of solar projects in Poland, generating 180 GWh of energy annually and powering 93,000 households. A $123 million investment towards Vitol's $1 billion renewable energy commitment in Poland.
Jan 22, 2024 // Plants, Poland, Europe, Vortex Energy
Elements Green Seeks Public Input for Massive UK Solar Project
Elements Green invites communities to provide input on its ambitious plan to build an 800-MW solar farm with battery storage in the East Midlands, aiming to power 400,000 local homes with green electricity. Join the conversation and shape the future of renewable energy!
Jan 22, 2024 // Plants, UK, Europe, Elements Green
First Solar Expands Ohio Operations with New Distribution Hub
First Solar is making strategic moves to increase production capacity in Ohio, with plans for a new distribution centre, expanded module production, and a research and development centre. Their goal is to achieve a 14 GW production footprint in the US by 2026.
Jan 22, 2024 // Manufacturing News, USA, First Solar, North America, Ohio
Solaria's Garoña Solar Project: Powering Spain's Energy Transition
Solaria receives authorization for 595MW Garoña photovoltaic project, aiming to power 300,000 homes and create 2,400 jobs, aligning with its goal to expand capacity to 3GW by 2024.
Jan 22, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Spain, Europe, solaria, PV Power Plant, Garoña solar project