UK solar deployment hits 22 GW as more large projects commissioned
Government data reveals 2.5 GW of new solar added in 12-months period, the fastest pace for a decade. Deployment expected to accelerate as pipeline of utility-scale projects grows and subsidy support for residential installations kicks in.
Croatia to invest €40 million in household solar, batteries, heat pumps
The Croatian government’s latest set of energy support measures includes new financing for residential solar, batteries and heat pumps, expected to support up to 15,000 applications, as well as an extension of existing electricity price subsidies for homeowners.
SMA Solar Technology confirms wider loss for 2025 on weak PV market
SMA Solar Technology AG says revenue declined slightly and losses widened significantly in 2025 due to weak demand and one-off effects from its restructuring program.
Energy transitions continue to produce spillover effects despite geopolitical tensions
Accelerating energy transitions in major economies can create positive spillover effects worldwide, even amid geopolitical tensions, with North America and the Eurozone boosting progress in other regions.
Ultra-low-cost solar could enable 2,000 GW market in Australia
Researchers from the Australian Centre for Advanced Photovoltaics say ultra-low-cost solar could deliver 1,000 TWh annually for domestic use and 2,600 TWh for exports under Australia’s long-term energy transition scenarios.
Who are the Top 100 PV manufacturers today?
The Terawatt PV 100 ranks the top 100 solar manufacturing companies using a new methodology based on production scale, financial strength, and corporate transparency, with Tongwei leading the Q1 2026 list and most top firms headquartered in China. The analysis highlights increasing global supply-chain scrutiny driven by tariffs and ESG mandates, while also showing rising influence from Indian companies and strong positions for key materials and equipment suppliers.
Solar sheep grazing delivers margins up to 40% in new study
Researchers at Western University say agrivoltaic sheep grazing models in Ontario outperform traditional farming, with higher margins and dual revenue streams from livestock and solar site services.
Second-life EV batteries approved for data center microgrid expansion
Crusoe and Redwood Energy are scaling a microgrid in Sparks, Nevada, by using repurposed electric vehicle batteries and solar to supply additional modular data centers.
France lowers PV feed-in tariffs for systems up to 100 kW
France’s energy regulator has reduced feed-in tariffs (FITs) for PV systems up to 100 kW for the April to July 2026 period, with lower rates across all segments and reduced compensation for surplus electricity.
Spain enables 50-plus renewable plants for real-time voltage control
Spain’s grid operator Red Eléctrica and regulator CNMC have launched real-time voltage control services, allowing renewable energy installations to provide dynamic grid support under a new regulatory framework.
