Growatt launches 5 kWh AC-coupled balcony storage system
The IP66-rated Aura 5000 system features bidirectional inverter functionality and an AC output of up to 2.5 kW.
Saudi Arabia could hit net-zero emissions by 2060, with 151 GW of solar
Saudi researchers outlined pathways for Saudi Arabia to reach net-zero power sector emissions by 2060, requiring up to 3.6% of land – mostly for onshore wind – with 151.3 GW of solar PV covering only 0.16% of the country.
GameChange Solar to supply trackers for 1,290 MWp Bisha plant in Saudi Arabia
GameChange Solar has won an order to supply its Genius Tracker 1P system for the 1,290 MWp Bisha solar PV independent power plant in Saudi Arabia. The project is being developed by ACWA Power, with L&T as the EPC partner.
Loom Solar launches 125 kW/261 kWh BESS for C&I applications
Indian solar manufacturer Loom Solar has launched a 125 kW/261 kWh CAML battery energy storage system (BESS) for commercial and industrial (C&I) applications. The BESS is scalable up to 1 MWh.
NLC wins 600 MW solar-plus-storage project from SECI
NLC India Ltd has secured a 600 MW solar project coupled with a 300 MW/1,800 MWh energy storage system (ESS) from the Solar Energy Corp. of India (SECI). The company said its wholly owned subsidiary, NLC India Renewables Ltd (NIRL), has received a letter of award for the project.
Over 2.08 million rooftop solar systems installed under PM Surya Ghar scheme as of Dec. 2025
More than 2.08 million rooftop solar systems have been installed across India under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana as of Dec. 2025, according to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.
Thermal anchors grid reliability as renewables drive power capacity in FY2027: India Ratings
Coal-based thermal power is expected to remain the backbone of electricity generation in FY27, accounting for around 70%, even as renewable energy continues to dominate incremental capacity additions.
Brazil curtails 20% of solar and wind output in 2025, with losses at $1.2 billion
Brazil curtailed about one-fifth of its solar and wind generation in 2025, wasting an estimated BRL 6.5 billion ($1.23 billion), as grid constraints and demand mismatches pushed the power system close to operational safety limits on 16 days, according to a report from Volt Robotics.
South Korea’s GS E&C enters India’s renewable energy market with 12.75 MWp open-access solar project
South Korea’s GS Engineering & Construction (GS E&C) has officially entered India’s renewable energy market with the completion of the 12.75 MWp Patur Solar Park in Maharashtra, marking the start of its commercial operations.
Druk Green Power, Carbon Resources to collaborate on new solar and hydropower projects in Bhutan
Bhutan’s Druk Green Power Corporation and India’s Carbon Resources Private Limited have agreed to collaborate on new solar and hydropower projects in Bhutan with capacities between 100 MW and 250 MW.
