Samanalawewa to get 200 MW floating solar plant

The Ceylon Electricity Board invites EOI for constructing two 100 MW FPV plants on Samanalawewa Reservoir. The project seeks experienced firms to merge solar energy with hydroelectric power for a 20-year contract. Proposals must include grid interconnection details. Each proponent can submit one 100 MW proposal. The submission deadline is December 13, 2023.

JinkoSolar earns “Zero Carbon Factory” certification

JinkoSolar achieved “Zero Carbon Factory” certification from the national authoritative certification institute, for its sustainable development and environmental protection practices. The qualities adhere to the “Zero Carbon Factory Evaluation Code,” a global standard developed by 20+ authoritative organizations and officially endorsed by CNCA. The assessment covers six vital areas, including infrastructure, energy management, and greenhouse…

Trina Solar reports strong Q3 2023 results

Trina Solar’s Q3 2023 revenue reached $11.58 billion, reflecting a 31.22% year-over-year increase. They are leading the industry with 45-46GW in module shipments and 5.6GW in tracker deliveries. Their cumulative 210mm module shipments have surpassed 90GW globally. Recently, they commenced mass production of 10 GW Vertex N 610 W modules and 10 GW n-type i-TOPCon…

TrinaTracker’s Vanguard 2P powers solar fishery

In Jiangxi, China, a cutting-edge solar fishery power plant, using TrinaTracker’s Vanguard 2P solar trackers and large 210mm solar modules, is operational. This innovative system will generate 39.1 million kWh of electricity annually, reducing carbon emissions by 3,297 tons per year. The use of solar tracking technology results in a 10% boost in electricity generation…

Electriq Power and Derby partner on solar equity

Electriq Power and the City of Derby, Connecticut, have jointly launched “PoweredUp Derby” to offer solar and battery solutions to 3,000 homeowners, regardless of their financial status. This initiative has no upfront costs, income requirements, or credit score prerequisites. It provides reliable backup power and the potential for 20% annual electricity savings, helping homeowners combat…

Community Solar expansion in Illinois

Castillo Engineering and RECON Corporation announced a partnership to develop a 15 MW portfolio of five community solar projects in Illinois. Multiple 3 MW projects, part of the Illinois Shines program, will utilise bifacial solar modules and FLEXRACK by Qcells solar trackers. Construction begins in Q4 2023. Castillo Engineering optimized equipment costs and voltage drops,…

Merck’s solar power deal with Matrix Renewables

Matrix Renewables, backed by TPG Rise, has signed a 10-year VPPA with Merck. Starting 2025, Matrix will provide Merck with 102 MW of solar energy from three new Spanish solar plants. This supports Merck’s goal of being climate-neutral by 2040 and sourcing 80% of electricity from renewables by 2030. Altenex Energy assisted Merck in the…