Australian solar disappointed by “tepid” Finkel review of energy market
The Australian Solar Council (ASC) suggests that the Finkel review into reforming country’s energy system has fallen short of the high expectations the industry had for it. The ASC’s John Grimes said that the report might help produce some “sensible” policy outcomes, it is far less ambitious in its vision as initial draft findings.
Australia: long-awaited report on energy transition is published
Australia’s chief scientist Dr Alan Finkel finally released its long-awaited report on how the country’s energy system is changing. The renewable sector had long hoped the report will set out a vision for the country’s transition to low-carbon electricity generation.
Ethiopia’s first 100 MW auction to conclude in June; scaling solar tender to follow in the summer
A panel discussion at the Africa Energy Forum concerning Ethiopia’s energy sector presented the country’s energy plan for the next five years, including solar energy. Positive and long awaited news has emerged.
Pfalzsolar sells two PV plants in UK
London based Empower Community has purchased two solar power plants from Pfalzsolar on the British island. The solar systems, each with 5 MW capacity, are expected to deliver green electricity for the region as a community project.
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.
Solar leads the way in record-breaking renewable capacity additions, REN21 report says
With 161 GW installed, last year was a record 12 months for global renewable additions, finds the annual overview of the state of renewable energy drafted by REN21. Solar PV accounted for around 47% of the capacity added.
Work begins on 4.4 MW PV plant in Cuba
The Cuban province of Sancti Spíritus, which will host the plant, is planning to deploy 63 MW of PV capacity by 2019.
Germany: new PV installations reach 131 MW in April
The German grid regulator Bundesnetzagentur has also announced new FIT levels for July.
New York to procure $1.5 billion worth of renewables
The largest-ever state renewable energy solicitation is just one of the moves that the Cuomo Administration has taken in response to U.S. President Donald Trump exiting the Paris Agreement.
Rapper Akon lights up Africa with solar
Akon, the platinum-selling rapper, is lighting up Africa with solar lighting and other products thanks to a reported $1 billion credit line with Chinese manufacturers and a skill for celebrity networking.
