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"Even With Tariffs and Tax Changes, Solar Power Is Soaring"
#SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

"Study finds PV plants reshape land surface conditions, reducing wind speed and increasing soil moisture"
#SolarPower #Energy #Environment

Study finds PV plants reshape land surface conditions, reducing wind speed and increasing soil moisture
A China-based research team conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of 147 studies on how solar PV systems alter land surface processes, covering 609 installations worldwide and 11 key climate variables. The results show mixed but mostly significant environmental effects, including reduced wind speed, albedo, and land surface or soil temperatures, alongside increased soil moisture, while air temperature changes remained largely non-significant.

"Egypt installs 800 MW of solar in 2025"
#Egypt #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Egypt installs 800 MW of solar in 2025
Latest analysis from GlobalData expects Egypt’s annual solar additions to reach above 2 GW over the next three years, increasing to above 3.5 GW from 2029 onwards. Cumulative capacity is expected to grow from around 2.9 GW at the end of 2025 to 34.3 GW by the end of 2035.

"France, Spain set solar records in May"
#France #Spain #SolarPower #Energy

France, Spain set solar records in May
AleaSoft Energy Forecasting’s latest analysis finds the weekly average electricity price was above €100 ($117.45)/MWh in most major European markets last week, bar the Portuguese, French and Spanish markets. 

"Switzerland deploys 1.33 GW of solar in 2025"
#Switzerland #Energy #SolarPower #Renewables…

Switzerland deploys 1.33 GW of solar in 2025 - pv magazine Global
Switzerland’s PV market added 1.33 GW of new capacity in 2025, bringing cumulative installations to 9.5 GW, while solar generation covered 13.71% of electricity demand.

"Analysis: Solar overtakes gas power in Asia for first time ever"
#Energy #Asia #SolarPower #Renewables

Analysis: Solar overtakes gas power in Asia for first time ever - Carbon Brief
Solar has overtaken gas power in Asia to become the continent’s third-largest source of electricity, according to new Carbon Brief analysis.

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"Drax deploying solar panels at Scottish hydropower stations"
#UK #UnitedKingdom #SolarPower #Energy

Drax deploying solar panels at Scottish hydropower stations
Drax has completed a PV installation at the Glenlee hydropower station in Scotland, marking the first of eight planned solar projects across its hydro sites in Galloway and Lanark.

"Norwegian startup develops floating PV tech designed to withstand waves of up to 3.5 m"
#Norway #SolarPower #Energy

Norwegian startup develops floating PV tech designed to withstand waves of up to 3.5 m - pv magazine Global
Norwegian company Fred. Olsen 1848 has secured technology validation for its floating solar system under development, designed to withstand waves of up to 3.5 meters.

"Solar drying towers could reduce food waste, researcher says"
#SolarPower #Energy #FoodWaste

Solar drying towers could reduce food waste, researcher says
A drying system could rescue surplus or damaged crops before they hit the landfill.

"Solar on canals reduces water evaporation by 70% and algae growth by 85%"
#SolarPower #Energy

Solar on canals reduces water evaporation by 70% and algae growth by 85%
The 1.6 MW Nexus pilot project in California has demonstrated that solar panels installed over irrigation canals can significantly reduce water evaporation and algae growth by 85%, while also showing operational efficiency.

"U.S. deploys 7.8 GW of solar in Q1"
#US #USA #America #SolarPower

U.S. deploys 7.8 GW of solar in Q1 - pv magazine Global
Despite the decline, solar accounted for 60% of all new electricity generating capacity in Q1 2026. Energy storage and solar combined represented 91% of new capacity, found the Solar Energy Industries Association and Wood Mackenzie.

"Britain’s biggest community solar farm forced to shut over grid overload fears"
#UK #UnitedKingdom #Energy #SolarPower

Britain’s biggest community solar farm forced to shut over grid overload fears
Timing of Devon switchoff ‘could not be worse’, says board, as members face an estimated £2m in lost revenue

"Solar power soared last year — and it’s not slowing down"
#SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Solar power soared last year — and it’s not slowing down
More and more countries are hitting new solar generation records, and those that are still relying on fossil fuels have good reason to catch up.

"Dutch buildings could host 36 GW of façade solar capacity"
#Netherlands #SolarPower #Energy

Dutch buildings could host 36 GW of façade solar capacity
A new report from the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) estimates that building façades could offer up to 36 GW of technical solar PV potential, representing a significant but largely untapped resource. However, high costs, regulatory complexity, and lower performance compared to rooftop systems limit widespread adoption, currently making façade PV a niche solution for specific building types.

"The world added 605 GW of new PV capacity in 2025, says IEA"
#SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

The world added 605 GW of new PV capacity in 2025, says IEA
Latest report from the International Energy Agency says last year's 600 TWh increase in solar PV was the largest-ever electricity generation increase by any source in one year, outside of periods of post-crisis recovery.

"South Korean utility to install 95 MW of solar at substations by 2030"
#SouthKorea #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

South Korean utility to install 95 MW of solar at substations by 2030
Korea Electric Power Corp. (KEPCO) says it will install 95 MW of solar capacity across 500 substation sites nationwide by 2030, using surplus substation land to meet South Korea's K-RE100 public-sector renewable energy target.

"Argentine football turns to photovoltaics"
#Argentina #Football #SolarPower #Energy

Argentine football turns to photovoltaics
Two of Argentine's most popular football clubs - River Plate and Vélez Sarsfield - are advancing solar energy projects at their Buenos Aires stadiums to cut operating costs and expand on-site renewable generation.

"Great Britain just had a record peak for solar power generation. And there's more to come."
#UK #UnitedKingdom #SolarPower

Great Britain just had a record peak for solar power generation. And there’s more to come.
A brief look in to the National Grids recent solar generation and what is to come for Solar in Great Britain.

"Coal pollution cuts solar panel output, research finds"
#SolarPower #Pollution #Energy

Coal pollution cuts solar panel output, research finds
Pollution from coal-fired power plants significantly reduces the efficiency of solar photovoltaic (PV) installations, a study led by the University of Oxford and University College London (UCL) has revealed.

"Switzerland to fund research on PV module, battery, heat pump recycling"
#Switzerland #SolarPower #Energy

Switzerland to fund research on PV module, battery, heat pump recycling
The Swiss federal government has launched a funding call for research projects on energy and resource-efficient industrial processes, including the circular economy related to solar modules, batteries, heat pumps and electrolyzers. The deadline to submit pre-proposals is June 30.

"There are now more than 2 million UK solar installations"
#UK #UnitedKingdom #Energy #SolarPower…

There are now more than 2 million UK solar installations
March 2026 saw a return to installation volumes not seen since 2012 as rooftop and large-scale deployment drove UK solar to a new milestone. Even greater monthly installation volumes are expected as further government support kicks in.

"Scientists develop near-invisible solar cells that could turn windows into power generators"
#SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Scientists develop near-invisible solar cells that could turn windows into power generators
Imagine a car whose windows and sunroof can help top up its battery while parked under the sun, or a pair of smart glasses whose lenses can harvest light to power built-in electronics.

"Indonesia tenders 1.2 GW of solar"
#Indonesia #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Indonesia tenders 1.2 GW of solar
Indonesia’s PLN has launched a tender for a 1,225 MW solar project that will be spread across several regions of the country. The state-owned utility has not publicly announced a closing date.

"France publishes specifications for 925 MW ground-mounted solar tender"
#France #Energy #SolarPower #Renewables

France publishes specifications for 925 MW ground-mounted solar tender
The French energy regulator has released the specifications for the ninth period of the PPE2 ground-mounted solar auction, covering projects above 500 kW and setting a submission deadline of July 30, 2026.

"A solar-powered charging station in central Cuba brings life to a darkened island"
#Cuba #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

A solar-powered charging station in Cuba brings life to a darkened island
A free, solar-powered charging station, or “solinera” as it’s known, has opened in Cuba’s central region. It has become a lifeline for people on an island with chronic blackouts and a severe gas shortage stemming from a U.S. energy blockade. Some flock from towns miles away for their first chance to bring equipment back to life. Cubans are driving up to the station on rechargeable motorcycles while others walk to the station hauling rice cookers and other kitchen equipment to make a mea…

"Switzerland has turned its train tracks into solar power plants"
#Switzerland #Energy #SolarPower #Renewables

Switzerland has turned its train tracks into solar power plants
The patented solar panels use existing unused space to generate clean electricity — without getting in the way of a single train.

"Madagascar plans 46 solar projects totaling 932 MW "
#Madagascar #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Madagascar plans 46 solar projects totaling 932 MW 
Madagascar’s state-owned utility Jirama and the country’s rural electrification development agency have signed 46 memoranda of understanding for new solar projects with a combined capacity totalling 932 MW.

"Malaysia forecast to reach 29.7 GW of solar by 2035"
#Malaysia #Energy #SolarPower #Renewables

Malaysia forecast to reach 29.7 GW of solar by 2035 - pv magazine Global
GlobalData’s latest analysis says Malaysia is on course to surpass its 2040 renewable energy targets by 2031.

"Mexico exceeds 5 GW of distributed solar capacity"
#Mexico #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Mexico exceeds 5 GW of distributed solar capacity - pv magazine Global
Figures published by Mexico’s National Energy Commission show solar accounted for more than 99.5% of distributed generation capacity in systems smaller than 0.7 MW at the end of 2025.

"Montenegro developer signs grid deal for 385 MW solar plant"
#Montenegro #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Montenegro developer signs grid deal for 385 MW solar plant
M Energy d.o.o. has signed a grid-connection agreement with Montenegro's transmission operator for a 385 MW solar project, which would be the largest in a country with around 30 MW of installed PV capacity.

"Bangladesh’s PV capacity to reach 8.5 GW by 2035, says GlobalData"
#Bangladesh #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Bangladesh’s PV capacity to reach 8.5 GW by 2035, says GlobalData
Bangladesh's solar capacity is forecast to increase more than sixfold over the next decade, driven by a shift from off-grid rural deployment toward grid-connected and distributed generation, according to a new GlobalData report.

"Solar power brings energy to rural Indonesia, but inequality remains"
#Indonesia #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Solar power brings energy to rural Indonesia, but inequality remains
In the remote islands of Indonesia, the introduction of reliable solar energy has become a catalyst for female entrepreneurship and economic stability.

"South Korea plans 3 GW of reservoir floating solar by 2030"
#SouthKorea #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

South Korea plans 3 GW of reservoir floating solar by 2030
Korea Rural Community Corp. (KRC) says it plans to increase floating solar capacity on agricultural reservoirs to 3 GW by 2030, from 105 MW currently in operation.

"Türkiye adds 1.97 GW of solar in January-April"
#Turkey #Energy #SolarPower #Renewables

Türkiye adds 1.97 GW of solar in January-April - pv magazine Global
Türkiye’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Alparslan Bayraktar, says solar is on track to overtake hydropower as the country’s leading source of electricity generation by the year end.

"India installs 2.7 GW of rooftop PV in Q1"
#India #Energy #Renewables #SolarPower

India installs 2.7 GW of rooftop PV in Q1 - pv magazine Global
India installed 2.7 GW of rooftop solar capacity in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, driven largely by residential installations under the PM Surya Ghar program.

"Heatwave delivers savings spike for UK homes fitted with solar"
#UK #UnitedKingdom #Energy #SolarPower

Heatwave delivers savings spike for UK homes fitted with solar
Last week’s heatwave helped British houses fitted with solar panels garner £40m in collective benefits, as more organisations call for Government intervention to limit energy costs for households.

"UK solar developer secures $1.1 billion financing package"
#UK #UnitedKingdom #SolarPower #Energy

UK solar developer secures $1.1 billion financing package
Enviromena announces a £825 million ($1.1 billion) senior portfolio financing package, providing immediate capital to support the buildout of a 1 GW pipeline. The credit facility was underwritten by a group of institutional investors.

"UK solar generation hits record 15 GW as gas falls to historic low"
#UK #UnitedKingdom #SolarPower #Energy

UK solar generation hits record 15 GW as gas falls to historic low
Solar set a new generation record on Great Britain’s electricity grid during a week that also saw zero-carbon supply reach an all-time high. The new records come as the grid operator expands demand-side flexibility markets in anticipation of lower summer demand driven by strong solar irradiance.

"Solar fridges lift African farmers’ incomes by 50 percent"
#Africa #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Solar fridges lift African farmers’ incomes by 50 percent | The Optimist Daily
Solar-powered cold storage is cutting post-harvest food losses and raising farmers’ incomes by up to 50 percent across Kenya, Nigeria, and beyond.

"Bangladesh launches tenders for 77.6 MW of solar"
#Bangladesh #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Bangladesh launches tenders for 77.6 MW of solar
Bangladesh’s BPDB has tendered 77.6 MW of solar capacity across three projects in Chittagong, Rangamati, and Dinajpur. The plants will be developed on a turnkey basis with funding from BPDB and the Power Sector Development Fund.

"Botswana breaks ground on 500 MW solar-plus-storage project"
#Botswana #Energy #SolarPower #Renewables

Botswana breaks ground on 500 MW solar-plus-storage project
The Maun solar project will encompass 500 MW of solar tied to 500 MWh of battery storage in northeastern Botswana, making it one of the largest projects of its kind in southern Africa. A 30-year power purchase agreement is in place between project developers Okavango Solar, wholly-owned by Oman's NAQAA Sustainable Energy LLC, and Botswana Power Corporation.

"France deploys 1.41 GW of solar in Q1"
#France #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

France deploys 1.41 GW of solar in Q1
New figures from grid operator Enedis reveal that France added 1,418 MW of new PV capacity in Q1 2026, roughly matching Q1 2025, despite a broader sector slowdown linked to regulatory changes and delayed tenders.

"Philippines adds 899 MW of solar in 2025"
#Phillippines #Energy #SolarPower #Renewables…

Philippines adds 899 MW of solar in 2025
Figures from the International Renewable Energy Agency say the Philippines' cumulative solar capacity neared 3.9 GW by the end of last year. Deployment rates look set to increase in the coming years, led by a gigawatt-sized pipeline of projects procured under the country's green energy auctions.

"Argentine football club inaugurates 120 kW solar system"
#Argentine #Argentina #Footballs #SolarPower

Argentine football club inaugurates 120 kW solar system - pv magazine Global
Buenos Aires-based Club Atlético Vélez Sarsfield has switched on a 120 kW rooftop solar system on top of its football stadium, expected to cover up to 20% of its annual electricity demand. 

"Italy launches tender for 30 MW of floating PV"
#Italy #Energy #Renewables #SolarPower

Italy launches tender for 30 MW of floating PV
The Italian authorities will offer 30 MW of floating PV capacity in its June 8 FER2 auction, reducing the quota after weak participation in the first round.

"Italy installs 1.43 GW of PV in Q1"
#Italy #Energy #Renewables #SolarPower

Italy installs 1.43 GW of PV in Q1
The country reached a cumulative installed PV capacity of 44.9 GW at the end of March, according to recent figures from Italian PV association Italia Solar.

"American farmers bet on solar. Then Trump changed the rules."
#US #USA #America #SolarPower

American farmers bet on solar. Then Trump changed the rules.
We tracked how the collapse of federal rural energy support is ending solar projects across farm country — and costing some developers millions they'll never get back.

"Domestic solar cells to meet half of India’s total demand this fiscal year"
#India #Energy #SolarPower #Renewables

Domestic solar cells to meet half of India’s total demand this fiscal year - pv magazine Global
Crisil expects India’s domestic solar cell supply to rise to about half of demand by fiscal 2026–27, driven by localization policies and capacity expansion, but warns that rapid buildout could pressure utilization and returns.

"India installs 15.3 GW of solar capacity in Q1"
#India #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

India installs 15.3 GW of solar capacity in Q1
India installed 15.3 GW of solar capacity in the first quarter of 2026 – the highest quarterly addition on record – representing a 143% year-on-year increase, according to Mercom India.

"Heat pumps may help boost residential solar in France"
#France #HeatPumps #Energy #SolarPower

Heat pumps may help boost residential solar in France
The government’s electrification plan, presented last week, includes a goal to double heat pump deployment in France by 2030, potentially benefiting the residential photovoltaic sector.

"Reform voters prefer solar to fossil fuels, according to poll"
#UK #UnitedKingdom #FossilFuels #SolarPower

Reform voters prefer solar to fossil fuels, according to poll
Research has found that Reform UK voters would rather a solar farm over fracking in their local area, despite the party’s anti-net-zero rhetoric.

"The grid is in better shape this summer. Thank solar and batteries."
#Batteries #Energy #Renewables #SolarPower

The grid is in better shape this summer. Thank solar and batteries.
Nationwide grid reliability has improved since last summer — and new solar and batteries, not aging coal plants, are the main reason.

"Solar cold storage helps African farmers cut losses and reach global markets"
#Africa #Energy #Renewables #SolarPower

Solar-powered cold storage is boosting incomes for African farmers
Kenyan smallholder farmers are reducing post-harvest losses and accessing global export markets through a pay-per-use solar cold storage model pioneered by Nairobi-based company SoKo Fresh. Its pay-per-use approach charges farmers based on pounds stored, part of a trend in Africa toward using solar-powered cold storage to help prevent one of agriculture’s most persistent problems: food spoilage. The Food and Agriculture Organization estimates that up to 40% of food produced in Africa is lost …