Solar Plants News

BP's Peacock Solar project in Texas is taking flight! 187-MW of ultra-low carbon solar energy powering Gulf Coast Growth Ventures will be operational in 2024. Lightsource bp is helping with development, and the renewable energy ambitions of BP are soaring.

Plenitude, an Eni subsidiary has inaugurated its first photovoltaic solar farm in Kazakhstan, a 50MW project of 90GWh of electricity annually. With 93,000 solar panels and a 7.5km powerline, Plenitude is contributing to Kazakhstan's energy transition and carbon neutrality goals. Experience the cutting-edge of energy technology with Plenitude!

Poland opens its second-largest solar farm at former coal mine, producing 220 GWh of clean energy annually to power 100,000 homes and reduce CO2 emissions. Renewables to provide 51% of electricity by 2040, with a nuclear power plant to be operational by 2030s.

Obton, a leading solar energy developer and investor, is set to build its first solar park in Sweden with 15MWp capacity. June 2021 marks the start of the project, with completion in 2025. Obton is overseeing studies, financing and construction, with plans for further solar projects in Sweden. With over 1.7 GWp of PV projects and 3.5 billion EUR in assets, Obton is a leader in the solar industry.

Mey Energy recently completed a 55 MW photovoltaic facility in Novaci, North Macedonia - the biggest solar power plant in the Western Balkans. Spanning 57 hectares and using 101,000 panels, it will produce 85 GWh of electricity annually, serving up to 30,000 households and enabling a transition away from coal. Larger solar power plants are in progress in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, and Albania.

Discover how Chile and Argentina are increasing their renewable energy sources, including solar-battery storage hybrid plants, 2.5GW of renewable energy projects, and 215MW of small-scale renewables. Find out their ambitious goals and learn more about renewable energy in the region.

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.

The Minnesota PUC has announced a USD-406-million plan to expand Xcel Energy's Sherco Solar Park to 710 MW, which will triple the amount of solar energy available in the Upper Midwest and power over 150,000 homes annually. Construction has already begun and should be completed by 2025.

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.

Green Genius to build two solar power plants in Lithuania and Latvia with combined capacity of 200 MW. €179m investment to help decentralise energy sources and strengthen energy independence. Construction planned to start in 2024 and be operational in 2025.

Mytilineos completed construction of an asset two months ahead of schedule and has successfully energised the plant - showcasing their exceptional engineering capabilities and commitment to timely delivery.

Innovatec and Senec Italia have signed a MoU to jointly develop 100 MWp of solar projects for sale to third parties. Senec will hold a 49% stake in the SPV, while Innovatec will handle development and permitting. Construction and sale of the portfolio is expected in 2024.

The US Bureau of Land Management is now seeking public input on the proposed Easley Solar project, a 400-MW PV farm in California. Comment for 30 days until October 15 and attend the public meeting October 4. Help evaluate environmental impact of the 2,700 acre complex.

Enel North America signs PPA to purchase 202MW solar energy from Texas solar park, generating 499 GWh of power for over 46,000 homes. Enel and BXP have existing partnership in utility bill management and 3.3GW of operational solar parks in Texas.