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Intersect Power Energizes Massive 640-MW Lumina Solar Park
Intersect Power's Lumina Solar project in Texas is now operational, generating enough power for 243,000 homes and providing economic development and energy security.
Jan 12, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, USA, North America, Intersect Power, PV Power Plant
EDP Renewables Expands French Solar Portfolio with 42 MWp Acquisition
EDP Renewables strengthens its position in the French market with the acquisition of 42 MWp of solar projects, combining renewable energy with agricultural activities.
Jan 12, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Markets & Finance News, France, Europe, EDP Renewables
Emmvee to Power Gujarat with 240-MW Solar Plant
Emmvee, an Indian solar module maker, has won a contract to supply 300 MWp of its Bifacial MonoPERC Solar panels for a 240-MW solar plant in Gujarat. The project will power the state electricity regulation board and is set to be completed by May 2025. Emmvee is also expanding its manufacturing capacity with a new 1.5-GWp cell line.
Jan 12, 2024 // Manufacturing News, India, Asia, PV Power Plant, emmvee
Rezolv Energy Surges Ahead with Massive Solar Power Projects in Bulgaria and Romania
Rezolv Energy secures regulatory clearance for Bulgaria's largest solar power project, while also building Europe's highest capacity photovoltaic plant in Romania.
Jan 12, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Europe, Romania, PV Power Plant, Bulgaria, Rezolv Energy
Revolutionizing Solar Energy: Saudi Arabia and Beyond
Scientists at KAUST have published a roadmap for perovskite/silicon tandem solar cells, combining efficiency and stability for affordable clean energy. Paving the way for a $10 billion market.
Jan 12, 2024 // Technology, Saudi Arabia, Asia, solar cell, perovskite, efficiency, KAUST
Normanton Energy Reserve: UK's Largest Battery Storage Project Approved
Blaby District Council grants planning permission for UK's largest battery storage project, the Normanton Energy Reserve. A game-changer for grid stability and the UK's transition to net zero.
Jan 12, 2024 // Storage, UK, Europe
First Solar's Indian Solar Factory Powers Up with 3.3GW Capacity
First Solar's new module factory in Tamil Nadu, India, boosts the country's solar technology sector and creates high-value jobs, supporting India's self-sufficiency goals and the global shift to cleaner energy.
Jan 12, 2024 // Manufacturing News, India, First Solar, Asia, PV module
Scatec Sells Mozambique Solar Plant to Globeleq, Boosts Portfolio
Scatec ASA sells majority stake in Mocuba solar power plant to Globeleq, generating a net gain of $4m. The plant has a 25-year power purchase agreement and produces 75 GWh annually.
Jan 11, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Scatec, Africa, Mozambique, PV Power Plant, Globeleq
Perovskia Solar: Powering Devices Everywhere with Printed Cells
Perovskia Solar's custom-designed solar cells seamlessly power smart devices, even in low-light conditions. Their breakthrough technology eliminates the need for batteries, providing a sustainable energy solution for areas with limited access to electricity.
Jan 11, 2024 // Technology, Europe, solar cell, Switzerland, Perovskia Solar
CEEC Powers Up 400-MW Solar Park in Uzbekistan
China Energy Engineering Corporation (CEEC) connects a 400-MW solar farm to the grid in Uzbekistan, boosting the country's efforts to increase its solar power capacity and reduce reliance on coal and natural gas.
Jan 11, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Asia, Uzbekistan, Solar Park, CEEC
Public Input Sought for Nevada's 400-MW Solar Park Proposal
The US Bureau of Land Management is seeking public input on a proposed 400-MW solar park project in Nevada, including a battery energy storage component. Help determine if the area is suitable for this sustainable initiative.
Jan 11, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, USA, Nevada, North America, Solar Park, Bureau of Land Management
Microsoft and Volt Energize Ohio with Solar Power Partnership
Microsoft and Volt Energy Utility join forces to build a 125 MW solar farm in Ohio, creating jobs and supporting environmental justice and diversity initiatives.
Jan 11, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, USA, Microsoft, North America, Ohio, Volt
Apraava Energy Wins 250-MW Solar Project in Rajasthan
Apraava Energy secures 250-MW solar project in Rajasthan through e-reverse auction, with a 25-year power purchase agreement. Construction to be completed within 24 months.
Jan 11, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Rajasthan, Solar Project, Apraava Energy
Advancements in Perovskite Solar Cells: Boosting Efficiency and Stability
Breakthrough research enhances stability and efficiency of perovskite solar cells, achieving remarkable performance and record-high solar hydrogen production rate.
Jan 11, 2024 // Technology, solar cell, perovskite, efficiency, Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology
Eni's Plenitude Expands US Solar Portfolio with 272 MW
Eni's Plenitude secures 80% stake in US solar farms, boosting its portfolio by 272 MW. The $400 million deal propels Plenitude towards its goal of 1.2 GW capacity in the US by 2026.
Jan 10, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, USA, North America, Plenitude