Asia

NPS selects AFRY for its 90MW floating solar PV project to reduce fossil fuel dependency and accelerate Thailand's energy transition. AFRY offers its extensive experience in power plants design and construction to guarantee successful completion.

JA Solar continues its commitment to advancing solar energy in Bangladesh, supplying 150 MW of photovoltaic modules to a 275-MW DC solar park, with completion expected by the end of 2023. Partnering with Indian solar plant builder Rays Power Infra Pvt Ltd, JA Solar is creating more value in the local solar market.

Solarvest has achieved a milestone by acquiring 11 rooftop solar photovoltaic installation projects located in Vietnam, with a combined capacity of 12.8MWp. The expansion plan provides additional income and job opportunities and is expected to strengthen the company's position in the region. Davis Chong Chun Shiong is delighted at the progress made in Solarvest's expansion efforts.

Japan Benex Corporation launched a 4-MW rooftop solar array in Ibaraki prefecture, central Japan. Benefit from the electricity and environmental value produced with one of Japan's largest roof-rented photovoltaic arrays, featuring 7,280 solar modules capable of producing 4.16 million kWh of electricity annually.

Gautam Solar offers complimentary remote monitoring service for customers who have registered their projects. Get peace of mind and worry-free maintenance with Gautam Solar's innovative monitoring service for registered projects.

Researchers from East China University of Science and Technology have developed a new manufacturing process for printable mesoscopic carbon perovskite solar cells (p-MPSCs): replacing metals & vapor deposition with carbon & screen printing for cost-effective production & high efficiency.

IHI Corp joins consortium behind innovative HyNQ - North Queensland Energy Project, an integrated green hydrogen & ammonia production & export complex powered by behind-the-meter wind & solar plants. Pre-FEED study complete, FEED to start Q1 2024, launch 2027/2028.

Help Israel meet its energy needs and reduce emissions with 5th solar power plant in Negev desert. Latest project is part of government's goal of 30% renewable energy by 2030, with total power generation of 700 MW annually.

Waaree Energies Ltd. has been awarded an LOI for the construction of a 52.6MW photovoltaic project in India. EPC services to be completed before 2023/2024 fiscal year. Waaree Energies recently raised INR 10 billion to support 6GW capacity expansion. Company has 12GW in India producing solar ingots, wafers, cells, and modules.

Jakson Solar, an Indian module manufacturer, has formed a strategic partnership with Ariel Re, a Lloyd's of London Syndicate, to provide product & performance warranties. Jakson's fully automated facility has a 1.2GW capacity, with plans to expand to 2.5GW by 2024. See them at RE+ Event in Las Vegas, USA.

Discover how Teralight, Synergy, and the Hof HaCarmel Water Association are spearheading a 31 MW floating solar energy field in Kibbutz Maayan Zvi, Israel. The project is part of a policy to protect waterways and reservoirs, utilizing Xfloat's advanced solar tracking technology. Learn more about the government ministries, localities, and experts involved in this landmark project!

Researchers from Tohoku University and University of Tsukuba in Japan have made a breakthrough in developing a non-volatile phase change memory using a nickelate material. Discover the potential advantages of this material with improved performance, sustainability and lower costs.

Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited has been granted USD 425 million by the US International Development Finance Corporation for building a 4.3-GW solar cell and module manufacturing plant in Tamil Nadu. This project will create 2,000 jobs and module production is expected to start in 2020. India's renewable energy goals will be boosted by this facility. Tata Power currently has a 7.8 GW renewable energy portfolio.

Acwa Power Co. is expanding to China and other Asian markets in 2022, focusing on desalinization, power plants and renewable energy. The move is part of the company's global expansion and carbon emission neutralization plans. CEO Marco Piero Arcelli, appointed in 2021, is driving the firm's ambitions to also build partnerships and establish operations in Europe and Saudi Arabia.

GCL Technology Holdings Ltd. is in advanced talks to build its first foreign plant in Saudi Arabia. The plant will produce 120,000 tons of polysilicon a year and could start operations as early as 2025. Lower solar prices have increased demand in China and around the world, making this expansion into new markets possible. GCL is considering opportunities in Mexico and Australia as well.