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Germany installed 7.55 GW of photovoltaic solar energy in the first half and reaches 90.2 GW

Germany installed more than 1.13 GW of new photovoltaic systems in June alone. Its accumulated installed photovoltaic capacity reached 90.2 GW at the end of the first half of this year.The German Federal Network Agency (Bundesnetzagentur) reported that 1,136.9 MW of new photovoltaic systems were registered in June. The nation added 946 MW in May … Continue reading Germany installed 7.55 GW of photovoltaic solar energy in the first half and reaches 90.2 GW

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Africa’s Biggest Solar Energy Projects

Africa receives more bright sunlight than any other continent, highlighting its massive potential for solar energy solutions to bridge energy gaps. Countries already harness this abundant resource to drive sustainable development, reduce fossil fuel reliance, and boost economic growth. Here are the top ten largest operational solar energy projects across the continent. With the shift … Continue reading Africa’s Biggest Solar Energy Projects

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Ireland exceeds 1.2 GW of installed photovoltaic power

Ireland has surpassed 1.2 GW of cumulative installed solar PV capacity, with the residential segment of the market accounting for 20% of the total additional capacity installed over the past six months. The country now has more than 100,000 rooftop solar projects, adding more than 400MW of clean energy to the national grid, according to … Continue reading Ireland exceeds 1.2 GW of installed photovoltaic power

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United Kingdom will promote photovoltaic energy

The UK Government has approved the development of a significant solar farm project that is a major coup for the country’s green energy goals. Approved by the new Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, Ed Miliband, the Mallard Pass Solar Project represents a major boost to the UK’s solar energy portfolio. The … Continue reading United Kingdom will promote photovoltaic energy

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Somalia promotes photovoltaic energy for Banadir schools

The Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) is taking significant steps in promoting renewable energy within the education sector. The Ministry of Energy and Water Resources (MoEWR) has started the implementation of standalone solar photovoltaic systems in educational facilities in Banadir. This initiative, part of the Somalia Electricity Sector Recovery Project (SESRP) funded by the International … Continue reading Somalia promotes photovoltaic energy for Banadir schools

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Iberdrola already produces photovoltaic energy in True North, in Texas

Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, announced that it has begun to produce power from the True North solar project in Falls County, Texas, near Waco. With 20 MW commissioned thus far, this marks another major milestone for what will become the largest solar power project … Continue reading Iberdrola already produces photovoltaic energy in True North, in Texas

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Photovoltaic and wind energy in the second week of July

In the second week of July, prices in the main European electricity markets rose compared to the previous week. These increases were favored by the drop in wind energy production and the increase in temperatures, which caused demand to rise in most markets. Almost all markets registered negative prices in some hours. Solar energy production … Continue reading Photovoltaic and wind energy in the second week of July

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Stellar year for the photovoltaic market

The Spring 2024 Solar Photovoltaic Quarterly Industry Update highlights significant progress in 2023. The year 2023, according to National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) analyst David Feldman, was a year of historic proportions in the solar power industry. Four times a year, Feldman and a team of analysts and data experts from NREL and the U.S. … Continue reading Stellar year for the photovoltaic market

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Spain authorizes 1 GW, with hybridization of wind power and photovoltaic energy

The Official State Gazette includes announcements corresponding to projects for 1 GW, including two plants of 93 MW and 63 MW from Viridi re, and another 150 MW plant from M Renewables.The Official State Gazette includes announcements corresponding to projects for 1 GW, including two plants of 93 MW and 63 MW from Viridi re, … Continue reading Spain authorizes 1 GW, with hybridization of wind power and photovoltaic energy

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YPF Luz announces the construction of a new photovoltaic plant in Mendoza, Argentina, with 200 MW

YPF Luz announces the construction of a new photovoltaic project aimed at continuing to provide renewable and competitive energy to the country’s industries and companies, through the Renewable Energy Term Market (MATER). This is the “El Quemado 1” Photovoltaic Solar Park, which will be located in the department of Las Heras, province of Mendoza, 53 … Continue reading YPF Luz announces the construction of a new photovoltaic plant in Mendoza, Argentina, with 200 MW

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34.1% of all photovoltaic solar energy produced in Argentina during 2023 was generated by the San Juan

The province not only has the best place in the world to generate solar energy, Tocota, the church town where several solar parks are concentrated in 12 thousand hectares, but it produces in many other key points taking advantage of its natural conditions. In total there are 21 plants in operation, making it the leading … Continue reading 34.1% of all photovoltaic solar energy produced in Argentina during 2023 was generated by the San Juan

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José Donoso (UNEF): “With the decree there will be a significant change in photovoltaics after years of blockade”

The long processing of renewable projects in the Valencian Community has been a problem that for years has blocked the start-up of plants, thus slowing down the region’s green transition. So much so that at this moment there is a plug of 400 unresolved files and there are only 2,406.8 MW installed from renewable sources, … Continue reading José Donoso (UNEF): “With the decree there will be a significant change in photovoltaics after years of blockade”

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India’s photovoltaic (PV) capacity reaches 85.4 GW

India’s installed PV capacity has increased to 85.4 GW, according to recent data from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. This marks a significant increase from the 73.3 GW recorded at the end of 2023, underscoring the country’s progress on its clean energy ambitions. Rajasthan leads the country with 22.4 GW of installed PV … Continue reading India’s photovoltaic (PV) capacity reaches 85.4 GW

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Energy storage: global capacity to increase by 1 TW by 2033

Global energy storage capacity – excluding pumped hydropower – will increase by almost 1 TW between 2024 and 2033, representing an increase of 636%. Tax incentives and hybrid auctions will accelerate the expansion of the technology around the world. According to consulting firm Wood Mackenzie in its latest report, this makes this technology one of … Continue reading Energy storage: global capacity to increase by 1 TW by 2033

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Libyan renewable energy stakeholders trained in quality in solar photovoltaic projects

GIZ Libya reported yesterday that, in collaboration with Fraunhofer IES, the largest solar research institute in Europe, it is supporting its partner the Renewable Energy Authority of Libya (REAoL) to ensure quality in Solar PV projects. Quality assurance in renewable energy, GIZ Libya explained, ensures quality control for products and services. This process helps mitigate … Continue reading Libyan renewable energy stakeholders trained in quality in solar photovoltaic projects

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As climate change threatens hydropower, Zambia and Zimbabwe hurry toward photovoltaic solar power

Zambia and Zimbabwe, two southern African countries heavily reliant on Lake Kariba for power generation, are facing extended daily power cuts of 12 to 18 hours due to dropping water levels caused by climate change. The two countries are predominantly dependent on hydropower on Kariba – the world’s largest man-made lake on their shared border … Continue reading As climate change threatens hydropower, Zambia and Zimbabwe hurry toward photovoltaic solar power

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Photovoltaic solar energy will cover 10% of Switzerland’s electricity needs

This year, solar photovoltaics will cover more than 10% of Switzerland’s total electricity demand for the first time. This is equivalent to more electricity than the Beznau nuclear power plant, according to the Swiss Solar Energy Association. Since 2020, the Swiss photovoltaic market has followed a strong growth trajectory, with annual growth of more than … Continue reading Photovoltaic solar energy will cover 10% of Switzerland’s electricity needs

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Tripling renewable energy by 2030 requires a minimum annual growth rate of 16.4%

The Renewable Energy Statistics 2024 released by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) today shows that despite renewables becoming the fastest growing source of power, the world risks missing the tripling renewables target pledged at COP28. To stay the course, the world will now have to grow renewables capacity at a minimum 16.4% rate annually … Continue reading Tripling renewable energy by 2030 requires a minimum annual growth rate of 16.4%

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Renewable energy statistics 2024

The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) produces comprehensive, reliable datasets on renewable energy capacity and use worldwide. Renewable energy statistics 2024 provides datasets on power-generation capacity for 2014-2023, actual power generation for 2014-2022 and renewable energy balances for over 150 countries and areas for 2021-2022. Data was obtained from a variety of sources, including an … Continue reading Renewable energy statistics 2024

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Iberdrola starts the Powell Creek photovoltaic plant in the United States

Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, announced that it recently installed the “Golden Row” at its Powell Creek solar project in Putnam County, Ohio near Miller City. The Golden Row represents the first row of solar panels for which the rest of construction will be modeled … Continue reading Iberdrola starts the Powell Creek photovoltaic plant in the United States

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