UK solar capacity hits 20 GW
Major milestone for UK solar deployment as 15 CfD-backed projects switch on during the first three quarters of 2025. Further utility-scale deployment is expected, but much will depend on the outcomes in the next two CfD allocation rounds.
Key takeaways from Energy Taiwan & Net Zero Taiwan 2025
Powering the AI revolution is going to require a lot of renewable deployment, with offtake agreement potential for PV. Taiwan module manufacturers hope for stricter US foreign entity of concern (FEOC) rules, but low module prices leave Europe off limits. Floating solar is under the microscope in the wake of Typhoon Danas, while rural Taiwanese consumers reassess energy storage, according to exhibitors.
TSEC unveils typhoon resistant glass-glass solar modules
The Taiwanese manufacturer showcased the new module range at Energy Taiwan trade show. Two modules in the lineup boast a wind resistance of 17 on the Beaufort scale, making them typhoon ready, according to the company.
UK’s largest solar project approved, joins 2.1 GW cluster
Development consent granted for 1,400 hectare Tillbridge Solar Project. The 500 MW solar plant is the 17th energy project to secure final approval through the UK government’s nationally significant infrastructure project (NSIP) pipeline since July 2024 and the fourth in the local area.
UK resorts to PV for military sites
State-owned Great British Energy expands solar investment program to multiple military sites, plus additional school and National Health Service (NHS) properties. GBP 75 million ($100 million) in new funding brings total expanded solar rollout scheme to GBP 255 million, following GBP 180 million hospital and school solar investment announced in March 2025.
Eelpower Energy secures funds for up to 1 GWh of UK battery storage
Eelpower Ltd. joins consortium of public and private sector investors to launch new battery energy storage system (BESS) developer – Eelpower Energy. The developer is targeting final investment decisions on up to 1 GWh of capacity by the end of 2025.
Strongest year on record for UK solar generation as deployment accelerates
Generation data for the first half of 2025 shows a record start for solar, while new government capacity data points to accelerating deployment and larger installations.
University of Manchester signs PPA for new 71 MW UK solar project
The corporate power purchase agreement is billed as the largest signed by a UK educational institution. Agreement provides fixed-rate revenue for developer Enviromena. EDF is the utility responsible for balancing and shaping generation.
African PV imports from China up 60% in one year, says Ember
Think tank finds evidence of “take-off” for solar in Africa, with import growth is spread across the continent. Ember analysis notes import surge has potential to markedly increase electricity generating capacity in some countries.
Sunsave raises GBP 113M, targets full EMS offer for UK consumers
Equity and debt facility provides Sunsave resources to increase deployment and develop home energy management system (EMS) according to co-founder Ben Graves. The start up offers solar on a subscription basis with customers owning the installation on their property from the offset.
