Prysmian signs PPA with Edison Energia from a 150 MW PV portfolio

BSES Rajdhani, BSES Yamuna and TERI collaborated to enhance Delhi’s power grid with solar PV, energy storage, EV integration and smart distribution.

The Du Plessis Dam Solar PV2 project in South Africa is backed by Mulilo, Etana Energy and H1 Capital, secured financial close and was set to supply 248 GWh annually.

A class-action lawsuit alleges XPLR Infrastructure misled investors about its yieldco model, with Robbins LLP filing claims over halted distributions and stock declines.

Zhejiang Zhuji Economic Development Zone and Kaide Yuehao funded Shangrou New Energy with RMB 50 million to build a flexible perovskite solar cell plant in Zhuji.

The Perovision Project, led by TNO, Kalpana Systems and HyETSolar, improved NiOx layer deposition for scalable perovskite solar cell production.

Capcora advised ENERPARC in securing €266 million from LBBW for 400 MW solar projects in Germany, with Simmons & Simmons as the legal counsel.

A fake company using Neosun Energy’s name in Kenya is under investigation, with businesses urged to stay alert and report suspicious activity.

A 336 MW module supply deal was signed between LONGi and BNZ for 2025 solar projects in Spain, Portugal, and Italy, featuring Hi-MO 7 and Hi-MO 9 modules.

A €46 million senior debt from ABN AMRO and SEB funds Alight’s 100 MW Eurajoki PV park, using a framework financing model to support 300+ MW of PV projects in Finland.

The IFC, backed by the World Bank and Japan, is overseeing Belize’s solar PPP to improve energy security, lower costs, and expand electricity access by 2027.

The Axedale project was acquired by FRV Australia from ACEN Australia, combines 140 MW (AC) PV solar and 50 MW/100 MWh storage to supply power to 80,000 homes.

Arabian Cement Company (ACC) partnered with Integrated Renewable & Sustainable Communities (IRSC) under a 30-year PPA to expand its 17.6 MW Egypt solar plant.

In Andalusia, Q ENERGY’s three solar projects with a total 204 MW capacity were expected to supply over 92,000 Spanish homes upon completion.

A 14.1 MW community solar portfolio in Illinois was acquired by Aspen Power, expanding its capacity to 34 MW through a deal with Arrow Solar Development.

Researchers at Georgia Tech improved perovskite solar cells with titanium, making them more durable and supporting US solar cell production.

IntelliFLEX, developed by Itron, optimizes real-time DER management, enhancing grid capacity, reducing costs, and integrating EVs, solar, and batteries.

Researchers at Fraunhofer ISE have simulated optimized tracking in German agrivoltaic apple farms, achieving 91% light targets with a 20% reduction in electrical yield.

The release of two 6th-gen 650 V IGBTs by Magnachip anticipates a 25% reduction in conduction loss and a 15% decrease in switching loss for solar inverters.

The Adolf Goetzberger Award was given to Heribert Schmidt for developing the HERIC inverter topology, which halved electrical losses and improved PV inverter efficiency.

US based SolarPanelRecycling.com introduced a bifacial solar panel recycling line with 99% recovery, ensuring clean separation of materials for reuse in manufacturing.

Researchers at the University of Surrey, NPL, and Sheffield extended perovskite solar cell lifespan tenfold by using aluminium oxide nanoparticles for better stability.

A China Central Certification report found Hi-MO 9 modules outperformed TOPCon in power generation, efficiency, & temperature stability under various shading conditions.

Zhejiang Zhuji Economic Development Zone and Kaide Yuehao funded Shangrou New Energy with RMB 50 million to build a flexible perovskite solar cell plant in Zhuji.

China Datang has awarded AIKO a 1 GW solar module contract for 2025-2026 under its procurement plan, selecting ABC technology for large-scale deployment.

A study by Cranfield University, UCL, DuPont, Achelous Energy, ITS, and Sun Yat-Sen analyzed floating solar stability with breakwater for ocean deployment.

During KEY 2025, Astronergy showcased its high-efficiency PV modules with the ASTRO N7 delivering up to 630W of power with 23.3% efficiency while the ASTRO N8 is designed for higher power output.

Three Pakistani firms have signed a supply agreement with Tongwei Group for 650 MW of TNC-G12/G12R solar modules, designed for extreme climate conditions.

Jiaxing Lighthouse Factory, operated by LONGi, opened its HPBC 2.0 production line to the public, showcasing Hi-MO X10 module manufacturing and increased capacity.

BSES Rajdhani, BSES Yamuna and TERI collaborated to enhance Delhi’s power grid with solar PV, energy storage, EV integration and smart distribution.

A 50 MW rooftop solar project worth INR 320 crore will be installed by RMC Switchgears on Rajasthan government buildings with 25 years of O&M.

SWELECT Energy secured 150 MW solar orders and raised INR 290 crore via Non-Convertible Debentures with India Infradebt to expand capacity to 1 GW by 2026-27.

MNRE clarifies that solar cells using imported blue wafers won’t qualify for domestic solar programs, requiring PV cells to be made from Indian black wafers.

New solar rules cap energy banking at 30% and impose INR 10 lakh per MW penalties, making full solar migration costly for industries in Gujarat.

India’s PM Surya Ghar Yojana has achieved 10.09 lakh rooftop solar installations, with INR 4,770 crore in subsidies disbursed and 1 crore households targeted by 2027.

Waaree Renewable Technologies secured an INR 740 crore EPC contract for a 125 MW solar project in India, set for completion within 18 months.

An 800 MW solar module production line with advanced automation and AI monitoring has been installed in Texas by Ecoprogetti for CS Solar MFG.

The $10.9 million military microgrid by HSGS-Ameresco at White Sands Missile Range ensures 14 days of independent water and power using solar, battery, and a generator.

Researchers at Georgia Tech improved perovskite solar cells with titanium, making them more durable and supporting US solar cell production.

A 14.1 MW community solar portfolio in Illinois was acquired by Aspen Power, expanding its capacity to 34 MW through a deal with Arrow Solar Development.

A $400 million debt facility from ATLAS SP Partners will help Catalyze expand its distributed solar and storage projects, doubling capacity to 300 MW by year-end.

US based SolarPanelRecycling.com introduced a bifacial solar panel recycling line with 99% recovery, ensuring clean separation of materials for reuse in manufacturing.

SoftBank Vision Fund 2 led a $130M Series C round for Terabase Energy to expand Terafab, enhancing automation and digital tools for large-scale solar projects.

A China Central Certification report found Hi-MO 9 modules outperformed TOPCon in power generation, efficiency, & temperature stability under various shading conditions.

The release of two 6th-gen 650 V IGBTs by Magnachip anticipates a 25% reduction in conduction loss and a 15% decrease in switching loss for solar inverters.

The Lynx Series TOPCon PV Module by Recom offers 720 W power, 23.18% efficiency, and a 30-year warranty for high-yield, large-scale solar projects.

Tepto has ordered 60 MW of AIKO’s G3 INFINITE solar modules under a 300 MW annual framework agreement, pushing AIKO’s total orders past 100 MW.

Worldwide shipments of AIKO’s INFINITE ABC modules have begun, delivering up to 700 W of power, 40 W more than traditional TOPCon, with 30% improved shading tolerance.

At K.EY Expo in Italy, Huasun presented its G12R-88 agrivoltaic HJT module, featuring higher bifaciality and enhanced light transmission for agriculture.

A study in Xi’an showed LONGi’s Hi-MO 9 modules with BC technology generated 7.74% more energy than TOPCon, reaching 1260.59 kWh over eight months.

Researchers have developed a green-solvent recycling method for perovskite PVs, reducing resource depletion by 96.6% and toxicity by 68.8% while maintaining efficiency.

A report by Wood Mackenzie has ranked solar panel manufacturers where Chinese companies dominate the top 12. Read for details.

LandGate has published a white paper on South Carolina’s solar energy development, detailing current and future projects. More details here.

With a 25.42% conversion efficiency, JinkoSolar's N-type TOPCon solar module has recently broke efficiency records. More details here.

By achieving ISO certification, Trina Solar demonstrates its dedication to maintaining high standards in compliance and regulatory adherence. More details here.

A new efficiency record of 33.24% was achieved by JinkoSolar for its N-type TOPCon-based perovskite tandem solar cell. More details here.

BloombergNEF has named Hopewind Electric a Tier 1 photovoltaic inverter manufacturer, highlighting its market strength and product quality. More details on ranking here.

A multi-year PPA will provide Prysmian with 25% of its electricity in Italy from Edison Energia, sourced from a 150 MW solar plant in Viterbo province.

An 800 MW solar module production line with advanced automation and AI monitoring has been installed in Texas by Ecoprogetti for CS Solar MFG.

The $10.9 million military microgrid by HSGS-Ameresco at White Sands Missile Range ensures 14 days of independent water and power using solar, battery, and a generator.

A €46 million senior debt from ABN AMRO and SEB funds Alight’s 100 MW Eurajoki PV park, using a framework financing model to support 300+ MW of PV projects in Finland.

The Du Plessis Dam Solar PV2 project in South Africa is backed by Mulilo, Etana Energy and H1 Capital, secured financial close and was set to supply 248 GWh annually.

The Axedale project was acquired by FRV Australia from ACEN Australia, combines 140 MW (AC) PV solar and 50 MW/100 MWh storage to supply power to 80,000 homes.

In Andalusia, Q ENERGY’s three solar projects with a total 204 MW capacity were expected to supply over 92,000 Spanish homes upon completion.