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First Danish PV plant utilizing trackers comes online
on solar farms in 2008 on Spanish projects, and the Coremas solar farm in Brazil, which was energised previously this year. European Energy president Knud
Nov 10, 2020 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Europe, Denmark, european energy, solar farm, Knud Erik Andersen
Another 150 MW of solar comes online in Spain
company at the time. Naturgy also has a solar presence in Chile and Brazil. In the latter it built two solar parks with a total capacity of 82
Sep 27, 2019 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Spain, Europe, Naturgy
Fortescue Races Ahead With Electrolyser Manufacturing Plans In Australia
space, announcing tie-ups and purchases throughout the United States, Europe, Brazil and more recently. Success and fast development in these markets might also
Nov 17, 2021 // Manufacturing News, Solar to Fuel, Australia, Oceania, green hydrogen, Andrew Forrest, electrolyser, Fortescue
Voltalia offloads stake in 320MW Brazilian solar
a 33% stake in the under construction 320MW SSM1 & 2 solar farm in Brazil to investment fund STOA for an undisclosed price. STOA has come to be a 33%
Mar 16, 2022 // Plants, Markets & Finance News, Voltalia, South america, Brazil, Sebastien Clerc, Marie-Laure Mazaud
Brazil's A2, Solarmine to Develop 38.5 MW Solar Parks
Brazilian companies A2 Empreendimentos and Solarmine are set to install 38.5 MW of solar parks in the state of Minas Gerais. The initiative, named Projeto Triangulo, will see a total investment of BRL 140 million in 11 solar parks with individual capacities of 3.5 MW each, spread across various municipalities in the state.Once operational, the solar parks are expected to generate enough clean electricity to meet the demand of around 38,000 local homes. The projects in the municipalities of Prata, Ituiutaba, Capinopolis, and Paracatu are scheduled to be completed by December 2024, with plants in Uberaba and Conceicao das Alagoas to follow by July 2025 and July 2026, respectively. What is the expected capacity and timeline for the Projeto Triangulo solar parks in Minas Gerais? The expected capacity of the Projeto Triangulo solar parks in Minas Gerais is 38.5 MW. The total investment for the initiative is BRL 140 million. There will be 11 solar parks with individual capacities of 3.5 MW each. The solar parks are expected to generate enough clean electricity to meet the demand of around 38,000 local homes. The projects in the municipalities of Prata, Ituiutaba, Capinopolis, and Paracatu are scheduled to be completed by December 2024. The plants in Uberaba and Conceicao das Alagoas are expected to be completed by July 2025 and July 2026, respectively.
Jul 22, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, South america, Brazil, Solar Park
Brazil okays 457.5 MW of renewable projects from Oct 14 tender
Brazil's power field regulator Aneel accepted on Tuesday 457.5 MW of winning renewable resource projects from the A-5 tender held on October 14, 2022.
Feb 15, 2023 // Markets & Finance News, tender, South america, Brazil, ANEEL
French Albioma strategies acquisitions on Brazil's DG solar market
Albioma hired Watt Capital, an economic advising company being experts in Brazilian renewable resource financial investments as well as financing. Albioma
Mar 6, 2023 // Markets & Finance News, France, Europe, Albioma
Brazil switches on 1.2 MWp floating solar farm in Minas Gerais
(AEDAS) and obtained financing from the research and development program of Brazilian utility Cia Energetica de Minas Gerais SA (BVMF: CMIG4), much better known
Mar 20, 2023 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Floating PV, South america, Brazil, minas gerais, solar farm
Brazil clears 100 MW of solar projects from Oct 14 tender
Brazil's power field regulatory authority Aneel accepted on Tuesday the continuing to be winning projects from the A-5 tender held on October 14, 2022, for a combined solar capacity of 100 MW.
Mar 29, 2023 // Plants, Markets & Finance News, tender, South america, Brazil, Solar Project
BNDES to support 144 MW of DG solar systems in Brazil
The Brazilian Development Bank, or BNDES, introduced on Wednesday that it authorised the provision of funding for concerning 144 MW of dispersed generation (DG) solar projects.
Apr 6, 2023 // Markets & Finance News, South america, Brazil, BNDES
Brazil's Piaui state indicators pacts for renewables, green hydrogen
team Solar Outdoor Media as well as Brazilian company Quinta Solar Energia signed memoranda of understanding (MoUs) that will underpin their commitment to
Apr 10, 2023 // Markets & Finance News, Solar to Fuel, South america, Brazil, green hydrogen
Lightsource bp obtains transformer for 210-MWp solar project in Brazil
under lasting power acquisition agreements (PPAs) with off-takers such as Brazilian renewables designer Casa dos Ventos as well as independent energy trader
Apr 12, 2023 // Plants, Lightsource BP, South america, Brazil, Solar Project
Brazil's Unimar University inaugurates 3.25-MWp solar power farm
undergraduate and postgraduate students for experimental use. According to Brazil's priest of the atmosphere as well as Unimar's alumni, Joaquim Leite, the
Nov 1, 2022 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, South america, Brazil, Unimar University, solar power farm
Sudene Backs EDP's 181 MW Solar Projects in Brazil
Brazil's Superintendency for the Development of the Northeast (Sudene) has approved a BRL 109 million (USD 18.9 million/EUR 17.5 million) loan package to support four solar projects by EDP Renovaveis Brasil. These projects have a combined capacity of 181.1 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy expansion.The funding aims to bolster solar energy infrastructure in Brazil's Northeast region, aligning with national goals for sustainable energy development. EDP Renovaveis Brasil, a subsidiary of EDP Renovaveis, is expected to enhance its renewable energy portfolio, promoting economic growth and energy diversification in the region. How will Sudene's loan impact EDP Renovaveis Brasil's solar projects and regional energy goals? The loan will enable EDP Renovaveis Brasil to accelerate the construction and deployment of the four solar projects, ensuring timely completion and operational efficiency. It will contribute to increasing the installed solar capacity in Brazil's Northeast, a region with high solar irradiance, optimizing the use of natural resources. The funding supports regional energy goals by reducing dependency on fossil fuels and promoting cleaner energy sources, aligning with Brazil's commitment to reducing carbon emissions. The projects will create job opportunities during the construction and operational phases, stimulating local economies and providing skills development in renewable energy technologies. By enhancing the renewable energy portfolio, EDP Renovaveis Brasil will strengthen its market position and competitiveness in the Brazilian energy sector. The successful implementation of these projects could attract further investments in renewable energy in the Northeast, fostering a sustainable energy ecosystem. The loan aligns with Sudene's mission to promote economic and social development in the Northeast, addressing regional disparities and supporting infrastructure improvements. The increased solar capacity will contribute to energy diversification, enhancing grid stability and resilience against energy shortages or price fluctuations.
Mar 28, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, EDP, South america, Brazil, PV Power Plant, Sudene
Statkraft gets approval for 227.5 MW of solar projects in Brazil
Norwegian state-owned power business Statkraft AS has obtained approval for 227.5 MW of solar projects from Brazilian power sector watchdog Aneel.
Apr 28, 2023 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Markets & Finance News, South america, Brazil, Statkraft, Solar Project