Portable data centers target curtailment, grid constraints
Australian startup WinDC has partnered with US-based Armada to deploy modular data centers at renewable energy sites, aiming to reduce curtailment and meet rising demand for energy-intensive computing infrastructure.
Japan’s Kyocera, Cosmo Energy units enter solar, wind PPAs
Kyocera Corporation will begin to supply electricity generated from its solar assets to Cosmo Energy Solutions from next month. It has also entered into a separate power purchase agreement with Cosmo Eco Power for energy generated from a 48 MW wind farm.
Indonesia’s path to 100 GW of solar
A study from the Institute for Essential Services Reform and Indonesia’s Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs explores how Indonesia can turn its target of deploying 100 GW of solar from mandate to mobilization.
DIY plug-in solar shows $0.65/W potential in US market
Achieving a system cost of $0.65/W through the secondary market and do-it-yourself assembly demonstrates a viable pathway for US plug-in solar to provide immediate utility bill relief to renters and apartment dwellers.
China PV Industry Brief: China adds 32.48 GW solar as polysilicon prices fall
China’s National Energy Administration (NEA) says newly installed solar capacity reached 32.48 GW in the first two months of 2026, while the China Nonferrous Metals Industry Association (CNMIA) says polysilicon prices fell by as much as 7.95% in the latest week.
Agrivoltaics with trackers, vertical systems offer economic upside
An industry analysis argues that agrivoltaic systems using trackers or vertical designs can outperform conventional solar on both revenues and land use, challenging conclusions from a recent German study.
Bluetti targets home backup with fridge-focused battery system
Bluetti says its FridgePower system offers a plug-and-play battery solution designed to keep refrigerators and key household devices running during outages, without permanent installation.
‘Be kind to yourself and patient with your journey’
This week Women in Solar+ Europe gives voice to Irene Mihai, Policy Director at the Romanian Photovoltaic Industry Association (RPIA). She says her personal experiences show how mentorship, collaboration, and inclusive workplace practices are essential for attracting and retaining talent while empowering the next generation to contribute to a sustainable future.
European prosecutor investigates suspected solar tender fraud in Slovenia
The European Public Prosecutor’s Office is investigating an unnamed solar company after it breached conditions of a public tender for the co-financing of small solar plants. The office says house searches were carried out this week by Slovenian police, leading to the seizure of documents, electronic data and devices.
Brazil PV module imports fall 24% to 17.9 GW in 2025
Greener says Brazil imported 17.9 GWp of PV modules in 2025, with distributed generation accounting for 79% of volumes despite a slowdown in installations.
