Utilities, can you DG it?
Small-scale PV systems drove the installation of more than 200 GW of solar capacity last year and could support more than 300 GW this year. That means a reset for utilities.
Africa50 signs MoU with International Solar Alliance to support PV projects across Africa
Africa50 and International Solar Alliance (ISA) will leverage each other’s networks to mobilize funding and raise awareness of African solar projects in European and Indian markets.
Water-draining clamp for solar panels
India’s Prasham Greens has designed water-draining clamps to drain the water accumulated on the edges of the solar panels after rains and water-based cleaning.
Solar to reach ‘unassailable position’ as cheapest electricity source, says DNV
Solar’s levelized cost of electricity will reach $30/MWh in 2050, as global capacity surges, said DNV.
Japanese provider launches new aluminum cables for PV systems
Japan-based GBP said its new cables are complying with several international standards. It claims the cables have an antitheft function, as they should discourage copper thieves from approaching a PV system.
Brazil added 4.2 GW of distributed solar in H1
Brazil’s distributed PV systems, including installations up to 5 MW in size, have surpassed 22 GW of cumulative capacity. By the end of June, more than 2 million arrays had been deployed nationwide.
Cleantech Solar secures PPAs for PV projects in Tamil Nadu
Cleantech Solar has signed power purchase agreements (PPAs) for 60 MWp of PV projects being built in the Tirunelveli district. The PPAs were signed with commercial & industrial customers in the state.
Conquering change: Artificial Intelligence and how to be future ready
The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies presents a big opportunity for the energy industry. AI and the language of the input query provide us with a powerful tool against incorrect information.
Germany launches 33 kW prototype highway PV system
Germany has deployed a 33 kW prototype highway PV system in collaboration with Austria and Switzerland. The system aims to harness solar energy from highway infrastructure.
World Bank lends $200 million to increase renewable energy penetration in Himachal Pradesh
The World Bank loan will help Himachal Pradesh strengthen its power grid, enhance the share of renewable energy (RE) in its power mix, and diversify RE resources further.
