New Jersey Senate passes 80% renewable energy mandate
Difficulties may lie ahead with this ambitious proposal due to potential opposition by Governor Chris Christie
Construction begins on the largest East African solar plant
The 10 MW PV plant, the biggest solar project in East Africa, will be build in Soroti, Uganda. The plant is to be connected to the grid in July 2016.
Texas grid expects 2 GW of new solar in 2016
This will greatly increase Texas’ installed solar capacity, as the beginning of a boom anticipated in the state over the next 15 years.
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IRENA calls for a doubling of global renewables to save over USD4 trillion a year
The sustainable energy organization outlined the second addition of its global roadmap, claiming that if it were to be adopted, it could save the global economy up to $4.2 trillion annually by 2030, as well as saving 4 million lives a year due to reduced air pollution.
North Americas largest coal plant to be reopened as 44MW solar farm
In what must be considered a symbolic victory for renewable energy, the Nanticoke Generating Station in Ontario, once North Americas largest coal plant, will be turned into a solar farm, after three years of inactivity.
Solitek to double cell and module production in two years
The Lithuanian PV manufacturer Solitek is planning to double its production capacity for cells and glass-glass modules over the next two years. The company is aiming to achieve a bigger market share and compete on a global scale.
Grid independence in Africa Day 2 of Solar Show Africa 2016
At todays Power and Electricity World Africa 2016 conference, the opening panel discussion focused on visions and ambitious programs for Africas energy future, with 2030 and 2040 serving as useful goalposts.
SANY plans USD7.7 BN investment in distributed PV
The Chinese company will make the investment in various Chinese distributed PV projects over the next five years.
Total pledges USD500 million for renewables and further support for PV
In its annual report for 2015 the French oil giant Total reveals the growing contribution of PV production in companys income and pledges further support for clean energy sector in the upcoming years.
