New Zealand’s grid operator finds emerging energy gap in early 2030s
Transpower’s latest assessment of New Zealand’s balance between electricity supply and demand suggests an energy gap could emerge in the early 2030s, even if all committed and likely investments are delivered without delay.
Chinese solar exports surge 125% in March on policy change rush, not underlying demand acceleration
The Chinese customs data show a March surge as buyers rushed shipments ahead of April’s tax-rebate change.
Pakistan plans to scrap licensing fee for PV systems up to 25 kW
The move seeks to reverse aspects of the Nepra Prosumers Regulations 2026, which centralized approvals and is creating delays and financial barriers for rooftop solar adoption.
Key takeaways from Austria’s Solar Solutions
Around 100 exhibitors presented their products at the Vienna trade fair. Visitor numbers were limited, partly because the event coincided with the launch of the first funding call for photovoltaic systems and storage this year.
Record solar, wind surge drives 3.3% drop in India’s fossil generation in 2025
India’s renewable power generation from solar, wind, hydro and bioenergy rose by a record 98 TWh (+24%) in 2025, driven by strong growth in solar and wind, according to Ember. The increase was twice the country’s electricity demand growth of 49 TWh, which was relatively low due to milder temperatures and slower industrial activity. As a result, India’s fossil power generation fell by 3.3%.
U.S. government sets preliminary anti-dumping duties on solar imports from India, Indonesia, and Laos
The U.S. Department of Commerce has issued preliminary anti-dumping determinations for three key solar-exporting nations, establishing duties of up to 123% on crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells and modules.
‘Breaking barriers is rarely a solo effort’
This week Women in Solar+ Europe gives voice to Sara Kapeller, CEO of Germany’s Twistor GmbH. She says building impactful careers in the renewable energy landscape requires courage, curiosity, and inclusion, turning setbacks into growth and empowering more women to lead technical innovation and shape the future.
AccelerateEU backs 200 GW storage goal but omits dedicated mechanism
The European Commission’s AccelerateEU energy crisis plan endorses a 200 GW battery storage target for 2030 but proposes no dedicated financing mechanism to reach it, according to SolarPower Europe (SPE), which is calling for a separate EU-wide auction funded by emissions trading revenues.
Israeli storage developer moves into solar EPC with majority stake deal
Airengy Ltd., listed on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, has signed a memorandum of understanding to acquire a 51% stake in Green-Go, an Israeli PV developer and engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractor with expertise in agrivoltaics.
Dutch government grants priority status to planned polysilicon factory
The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate of the Netherlands has identified a planned polysilicon factory in the country as of strategic importance under the Net Zero Industry Act.
