The tax on the installation of renewable energy that the Government of Aragon wants to implement has aroused strong rejection among the industry. From the sector they have expressed their “disagreement” with this new rate that would record the plants that are planned throughout the territory, and warn that it will represent a significant brake … Continue reading The Spanish photovoltaic industry rejects the tax on renewables that Aragón wants to impose
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2024 Solar Photovoltaic Market and Supply Chain: Six Key Predictions
In the unfolding landscape of the solar industry for 2024, a series of predictions has been put forth by Solarbe. These forecasts come on the heels of their 2023 predictions, which saw some validations, like an over 20% share for n-type solar cells, and the dip in silicon prices below CNY 80/kg. However, others were … Continue reading 2024 Solar Photovoltaic Market and Supply Chain: Six Key Predictions
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Florida can be a leader in the use of wind power and solar energy
Florida has the potential to become a leader in the use of clean, renewable energy sources. With its abundance of sunshine and access to wind resources, the state can take advantage of these natural advantages to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels. Investing in renewable energy infrastructure not only benefits the environment but also creates … Continue reading Florida can be a leader in the use of wind power and solar energy
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China’s solar production costs fall by 42% in last year
New Horizons report says US and Europe can’t compete with Asia manufacturing powerhouse. The cost of producing solar modules in China has dropped by 42% in the last 12 months to US$0.15 per watt (/W) giving manufacturers in the country an enormous cost advantage over international rivals according to a Horizons report from Wood Mackenzie. … Continue reading China’s solar production costs fall by 42% in last year
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3 TWdc of new solar power PV installations between 2023 and 2032
Our latest quarterly global solar PV forecast has seen a 5% upgrade, projecting over 3 TWdc of new solar PV installations between 2023 and 2032. Decarbonisation and electrification commitments at a government and corporate level, along with expanding auction plans and rooftop solar mandates, are the main drivers behind this expansion. This, along with continued … Continue reading 3 TWdc of new solar power PV installations between 2023 and 2032
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Solar power has seen a remarkable increase in capacity worldwide
In 2010 it took an average of a month to install one gigawatt of solar capacity. By 2015, this pace quickened to a week, and in 2023, it is expected to exceed one gigawatt per day. In the last decade, the global solar power landscape has transformed dramatically, according to a summary by Solcellskollen. Looking … Continue reading Solar power has seen a remarkable increase in capacity worldwide
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China’s wind, solar and hydropower capacity exceeds 1.4 TW
China has become a global leader in renewable energy with total installed capacity exceeding 1.4 TW, a milestone that shows the country’s commitment to renewable energy. China’s National Energy Administration (NEA) announced last week that renewable energy now accounts for approximately 49.9% of the country’s total electricity generation capacity. According to the NEA, this impressive … Continue reading China’s wind, solar and hydropower capacity exceeds 1.4 TW
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Solar Power Poised to Dominate Global Renewable Energy Market
Solar power is set to emerge as the leading choice in renewable energy development worldwide by the end of this year, as increasing installation costs of other technologies drive up their prices. According to a report by Fitch Solutions, global renewable energy capacity is projected to expand by approximately 380 gigawatts (GW) in 2023, with … Continue reading Solar Power Poised to Dominate Global Renewable Energy Market
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Heads of State Accelerate the Partnership for Renewables in Africa at COP28
Leaders of the ‘Accelerated Partnership for Renewables in Africa’ (APRA) gathered at the COP28 in Dubai today to drive a resilient and inclusive green growth in Africa through renewables. In a joint declaration, Kenya’s President William Samoei Ruto, Namibia’s Deputy-Prime Minister Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and the German Chancelor Olaf Scholz … Continue reading Heads of State Accelerate the Partnership for Renewables in Africa at COP28
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European solar power companies warn against import curbs
More than 400 companies involved in Europe’s solar power sector urged policymakers on Wednesday not to launch a trade investigation that could lead to EU tariffs on imported solar products. The call comes ahead of a meeting of solar industry chiefs, national ministers and the EU commissioner for the internal market, Thierry Breton, on Friday … Continue reading European solar power companies warn against import curbs
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EDP Renewables strengthens its role in Poland’s energy transition by being awarded a long-term contract in the latest tender
EDPR chosen by the public institutions to further generate clean electricity for the Polish grid, now through the Recz solar project; The company has recently inaugurated in Poland one of its largest PV plants in Europe and has implemented the first wind and solar hybrid park of the country. EDP Renewables (EDPR), a global leader … Continue reading EDP Renewables strengthens its role in Poland’s energy transition by being awarded a long-term contract in the latest tender
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The potential of Africa’s renewable energy to power the continent’s future
Africa has a huge renewable energy capacity of 2,000 gigawatts (GW), according to a recent report by Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar) and PwC Middle East. This capacity has the potential to meet the basic energy needs of the local population, which will have a significant impact on electrification rates. As one of the … Continue reading The potential of Africa’s renewable energy to power the continent’s future
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Clean technologies are driving job growth in the energy sector, but skills shortages are an increasing concern
The number of jobs in the global energy sector rose in 2022 as growing investment in clean energy technologies drove demand for new workers in every region of the world, according to a new IEA report that offers a benchmark for employment across all energy industries. The second edition of the World Energy Employment report, which is … Continue reading Clean technologies are driving job growth in the energy sector, but skills shortages are an increasing concern
Continue readingAsian economies must ramp up wind and solar power to keep global warming under 1.5C
To meet the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 degrees Fahrenheit), nine major Asian economies must increase the share of electricity they get from renewable energy from the current 6% to at least 50% by 2030, according to a report by a German thinktank released Wednesday. Nearly a third of that … Continue reading Asian economies must ramp up wind and solar power to keep global warming under 1.5C
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China to hold over 80% of global solar power manufacturing capacity from 2023-26
Despite local manufacturing policies in overseas markets, China’s expansion will dominate global solar supply chain, and widen the technology and cost gap. After investing over US$130 billion into the solar industry in 2023, China will hold more than 80% of the world’s polysilicon, wafer, cell, and module manufacturing capacity from 2023 to 2026, according to … Continue reading China to hold over 80% of global solar power manufacturing capacity from 2023-26
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Chinese state-owned enterprises are the largest owners of solar energy assets
At 240 GWdc, 2022 was the biggest year on record for global solar installations. That relentless growth translated into unprecedented expansions of the operational portfolios of the largest global solar asset owners. Solar portfolios from the top global solar asset owners, including Chinese players, grew by a record-shattering 44% in 2022. This was driven mostly … Continue reading Chinese state-owned enterprises are the largest owners of solar energy assets
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Acciona Energía signs MOU with the Cebu government for a 150MW solar plant
ACCIONA Energía has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Provincial Government of Cebu (Philippines) and Filipino consultancy Freya Renewables for the development of a 150MW photovoltaic plant in the municipality of Daanbantayan, at the northern tip of the Island. The MOU was signed by Gwendolyn Garcia, Governor of Cebu, Rafael … Continue reading Acciona Energía signs MOU with the Cebu government for a 150MW solar plant
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Global solar power capacity to increase 32% compared to 2022
Solar energy continues its relentless penetration into the world’s energy system, driven by strong policy support, attractive pricing, and the technology’s modular nature. We expect over 320 GWdc of solar to be installed this year, which represents a 20% increase compared to our projections from last quarter. Our latest global solar forecasts have global installations … Continue reading Global solar power capacity to increase 32% compared to 2022
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The drop in the LCOE of solar and wind power drives the energy transition
Over the past decade, the LCOE (Levelized Cost Of Electricity) of renewable electricity generation technologies has dropped exponentially, driving the energy transition towards a 100% renewable system. The largest drops in LCOE since 2010 have been for onshore wind energy, 69%, solar photovoltaic energy, 89%, and offshore wind energy, 59%. This evolution of the renewable … Continue reading The drop in the LCOE of solar and wind power drives the energy transition
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Heineken and Engie inaugurate the largest concentrated solar power plant for industrial use in Europe
Heineken Spain and Engie Spain have built the largest solar thermal plant for industrial use in Europe, a completely pioneering innovation in Spain that the President of the Government, Pedro Sánchez, wanted to see firsthand by attending the inauguration ceremony held this Saturday in Seville. and in which Etienne Strijp, president of Heineken Spain, also … Continue reading Heineken and Engie inaugurate the largest concentrated solar power plant for industrial use in Europe
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