Sunkind Energy Ltd has entered into a strategic technical partnership with JA Solar to support its upcoming 2.4 GW solar cell and 4 GW module manufacturing facilities in India.

Republican districts are hit the hardest, with more than $9 billion in investments cancelled, delayed or closed so far in 2025, as businesses react to House and Senate bills that propose an early end or elimination of tax credits, according to E2.

The amount covers nearly all the funding required to accelerate the development of John Cockerill’s hydrogen business, including the rollout of next-generation pressurized alkaline electrolyzer technologies and international expansion.

The partnership will explore scalable and cost-effective green hydrogen microgrid solutions by combining Toyota’s expertise in proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell technology with Ohmium’s modular and high-efficiency PEM electrolyzer systems.

The Chinese manufacturer said the result was certified by China’s National Photovoltaic Industry Measurement and Testing Center (NPVM).

Swedish furniture retailer Ikea is selling plug-in solar kits in Germany, with storage-inclusive systems starting at €1,229 ($1,425) and reaching €2,800 for versions featuring four 520 W panels. The kits are designed for residential self-consumption and vary by capacity and configuration.

JSW Energy has signed a 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with NHPC Ltd for 300 MW solar-wind hybrid capacity located in Andhra Pradesh and Rajasthan.

The company expects to commission an additional 43 MW (AC) of solar projects under PM KUSUM Scheme in coming months.

MahaNirmiti or MAHAGENCO (Maharashtra State Power Generation Co. Ltd) will soon commission solar power projects with a total capacity of 1,071 MW under Maharashtra government’s Solar Agriculture Feeder Scheme 2.0. The projects will benefit over three lakh farmers in the state by providing uninterrupted daytime electricity for irrigation.

ACME Solar has secured a 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with the Solar Energy Corp. of India (SECI) for its 300 MW Sikar solar project in Rajasthan. The PPA was signed at a fixed tariff of INR 3.05 per kWh.

NAtrium Super Ionic CONductor (NASICON) materials continue to show their potential for sodium-ion anodes in high-performance batteries, with fresh research out of India delving more into the materials.

Without resilient, responsive, and renewable-ready transformer networks, India’s decarbonization goals risk being destabilized by the very variability they aim to harness.

Moneypoint in County Clare, Ireland, joins the ranks of other European nations exiting coal by shutting off power generation at its sole remaining coal plant. Industry observers say Ireland’s increased renewable energy generation in recent years, particularly in wind, has contributed to this milestone. Moneypoint now functions as a backup oil burner under emergency instruction, but it is no longer active in the wholesale electricity market.

Emerging markets face significant obstacles in the production of green hydrogen, primarily high production costs and limited access to funding. It is crucial for firms to establish strong financial structures to ensure the success of their projects. 

The Hydrogen Association of India (HAI) and the Spanish Hydrogen Association (AeH2) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster cooperation and collaboration in the field of green hydrogen.

India is home to one of the largest markets for two- and three-wheelers globally, and these segments play a crucial role in urban mobility, last-mile delivery, and short-distance logistics. However, current electric variants often face challenges related to weight, range, and cost—all of which cell-to-pack (CTP) technology addresses directly. 

GCL Optoelectronics has commissioned a 1 GW perovskite solar module facility in China, and says it may increase capacity to 2 GW per year depending on market demand.

The new line increases Premier Energies’ solar cell capacity from 2 GW to 3.2 GW. The company is on track to scale this up to 8.4 GW by June 2026.

Given the demand and the unavailability of Lithium, Nickel, Cobalt, Manganese, and Rare Earth Elements (REEs) in sufficient quantities, as a nation, we may be staring at a scenario we had with crude.

Australian solar cell developer Halocell Energy has launched its first perovskite-based product line with the flexible Ambient Modules series purpose-built for low-light conditions.

Acme Solar Holdings has emerged as the winning bidder for 275 MW/550 MWh of standalone battery energy storage systems (BESS) across two projects in Andhra Pradesh.

Greenzo Energy India has secured an INR 320 crore order from Oswal Energies to supply electrolysers and balance of plant (BoP) equipment for a 20 MW green hydrogen facility.

NLC India Renewables Ltd has received a Letter of Award from Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corp. Ltd to develop three standalone battery energy storage system (BESS) projects totaling 250 MW/500 MWh

Kundan Green Energy will develop the 10 MW/40 MWh standalone battery energy storage system (BESS) in Bihar’s Champaran district, supported under the government’s viability gap funding (VGF) scheme.

BluPine Energy has secured an INR 2,416 crore debt sanction for its upcoming 150 MW firm and dispatchable renewable energy (FDRE) project in Aland, Karnataka.

The shift from transactional rewards to eco-conscious loyalty programs isn’t just a trend; it’s the future. By integrating renewable energy, sustainable practices, and environmental responsibility into loyalty structures, brands can drive engagement, create meaningful connections, and contribute to a more sustainable future.

In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, reports that US-assembled modules with imported cells continue to be heard between $0.26/W and $0.33/W, while modules with domestic content – which are still limited to just a handful of producers – are generally quoted between $0.4/W and $0.5/W.

Solar module prices in Europe have fallen by up to €0.01 ($0.01)/W this month, according to pvXchange.com, as the PV market shows resilience amid policy uncertainty and geopolitical risks.

The renewable sector has gradually become a hotbed for innovation, investment, and intellectual capital. The transformation is well underway, and while it may not be loud, it is deeply consequential. As India powers its future through the sun, wind, and water, it is also building a workforce ready to meet that future

Australia’s rooftop solar industry has renewed calls for a mandatory recycling scheme to deal with the growing problem of solar panel waste. Only about 10% of panels are currently recycled. The rest are stockpiled, sent overseas or dumped in landfill.