Storm systems suppress Northern Europe’s October solar output
In a new weekly update for pv magazine, Solcast, a DNV company, reports that autumn storm systems have dominated large swathes of Europe in October, driving a clear split between northern regions where solar output declined and southern areas that enjoyed relatively favourable conditions.
Waaree unveils 350 kW three-phase inverter for utility-scale solar projects
The Indian manufacturer said its inverter features six MPPT inputs, which allow a total of 30 module strings.
Chile commissions PV-driven hydrogen plant
Chile’s Colbún has started operations at a solar-powered green hydrogen unit at its Nehuenco thermoelectric complex, replacing fossil-based hydrogen used in generator cooling.
Spanish grid operator authorizes renewables for dynamic voltage control
Spain’s grid operator has approved 24 renewable power plants to deliver dynamic voltage control services starting in January, granting them priority dispatch under a new operational program.
Meralco increases stake in Philippine’s largest solar developer
Manila Electric Company (Meralco), via its subsidary MGen Renewable Energy Inc, has increased its stake in SP New Energy Corporation (SPNEC) after the transfer of 10.8 billion exchangeable shares in a deal valued at PHP 13.76 billion ($233.5 million). The company is working on the world’s largest solar-plus-storage project currently under development.
Algorithm optimizes renewable power procurement in Germany
German electricity trader Flexpower has expanded its power purchase agreement (PPA) platform with an algorithm that calculates the most cost-efficient mix of renewable energy contracts and spot market purchases for industrial consumers.
Netherlands plans CfDs to replace large-scale solar subsidy in 2027
The Dutch government is preparing to phase out its Stimulation of Sustainable Energy Production and Climate Transition (SDE++) subsidy scheme for large-scale renewable projects and replace it with two-way contracts for difference (CfD), in line with EU market reforms.
Armenia hits 1 GW solar milestone
Armenia’s installed solar capacity has reached 1 GW, and the government is likely to replace its subsidy program for standalone solar projects with one focused on hybrid and storage systems, according to the nation’s infrastructure ministry.
EBRD invests in 1 GW of solar, 1.3 GWh of storage in Uzbekistan
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is providing $142 million in financing to two ACWA Power-led solar-plus-storage projects in central Uzbekistan.
Peru’s Kallpa Generación starts operating 204 MW solar plant
Kallpa Generación has commissioned the 204 MW Sunny solar plant in southern Peru, with expansion to 309 MW planned for 2026, following ministry approval.
