Different dust, different impact on PV module performance
Scientists in Germany have collected dust from Qatar, Morocco and Thailand to analyze the impact on the performance of uncoated solar glass and uncoated PV mini-modules. Their analysis has shown that dust coverage could range from 4% to 60%.
Targeted co-financing to support a just transition in emerging economies: IEEFA
Supporting a Just Transition in emerging economies requires not only large-scale capital for infrastructure such as renewables but also targeted financing for communities and small businesses. Capital should be matched to specific activities based on risk and impact, says a new report by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA).
Cyprus curtails more than half of renewables, including residential solar
Cyprus curtailed more than half of its potential renewable power in early 2025, including record residential solar cuts, as grid limits and a lack of storage strain its energy transition. Without swift investment in flexibility, analysts warn the country risks eroding public trust and delaying decarbonization.
Ecological impact of ground-mounted PV depends on previous land use
Researchers in the Netherlands have identified all major solar power plants in the Dutch Province of Gelderland and have analyzed all of their spatial measures in an effort to assess their impact on landscape. They have specifically focused on land use competition, biodiversity, and landscape experience.
ReNew Q4 profit soars 415% YoY on solar manufacturing boost
ReNew’s net profit for the quarter ended March 31, 2025 surged 415% year-on-year to INR 313.7 crore ($37 million) with external sales of solar modules and cells alone contributing INR 220 crore.
SECI launches tender for 2 GW solar with 1 GW/4 GWh storage
Solar Energy Corp. of India (SECI) has issued a tender for the development of 2 GW of grid-connected solar projects integrated with 1 GW/4 GWh of energy storage. Bidding closes on July 22.
Global shipments of solar trackers rise 20%, U.S slips in market share
The United States continues to dominate the solar tracker mount market, with Nextracker securing the top spot globally in 2024.
Sembcorp awarded its first round-the-clock power project in India
Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) has secured its first 50 MW round-the-clock (RTC) power project from Solar Energy Corp. of India Ltd (SECI).
Coal India sets up renewable energy JV with RRVUNL in Rajasthan
The joint venture company, CIL Rajasthan Akshay Urja Ltd, will develop, construct, and operate solar, wind, pumped storage, and other renewable energy projects. The power generated will be sold to Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Ltd under Section 62 of the Electricity Act, 2003, or to other eligible entities.
SEPC Ltd secures 133 MW AC solar EPC order from India Power Corp. arm
SEPC Ltd (formerly Shriram EPC Ltd) has secured the EPC (engineering, procurement, and construction) contract of a 133 MW AC solar power project in Maharashtra. The project has been awarded by Parmeshi Urja Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Kolkata-based integrated power utility India Power Corp. Ltd (IPCL).
