Emiliano Bellini
Arcelormittal increases capacity of metallic coated steel for solar applications
The French steel maker announced the production of its Magnelis coated steel will be increased in Avilés, northern Spain.
EBRD approves $500 million package for 750 MW of solar in Egypt
The funds will be used to finance 13 large-scale PV projects being developed under the country’s FIT scheme. All the projects will be located near Benban in Upper Egypt.
Aktif Bank and Halk Enerji set up joint venture to deploy 100 MW of solar in Turkey
The new company will develop both unlicensed and licensed PV projects. The joint venture is also expected to become a R&D platform for energy storage.
Engie launches tender to select innovative solar and storage technologies
The climate control unit of the French energy giant seeks proposals from start-ups and small and medium-sized enterprises. Bids must be submitted by July 4.
Chile has new rules for solar and renewables on public land
The new provisions were published in Chile’s Official Journal in May. The new regulations apply to large-scale solar, wind, geothermal energy and hydropower plants.
Ukrainian region of Odessa preps to host 86 MW of PV
Three industrial-scale PV plants are being planned in the region by local EPC contractor Kness Group. The company will invest approximately $80 million in the three facilities.
EDF promotes community solar projects for self-consumption in France
The French power utility has launched a new offer to promote solar for self-consumption among joint-ownership associations.
IFC finances Mozambique’s first solar plant with $55 million
The 40 MW project, which is being developed by Norwegian developer Scatec along with investment fund KLP Norfund Investments, is the country’s first large-scale solar facility.
Ontario improves rules for net metering
Under the new rules, which will come into force on July 1, the size limit of 500 kW for power generators installed under the scheme will be removed.
Albanian Ministry of Energy receives another proposal for MW-sized solar project
The 2 MW solar facility is planned to be installed in Lushnje, a municipality in west-central Albania.
