With or without PV, air-source heat pumps are among cheapest residential heating sources
New research from Germany shows that identifying the cheapest residential heating source remains challenging, as the final results depend on the assumptions made and energy prices. The scientists, however, demonstrated that air-water heat pumps and gas heating systems are currently the most cost-effective solutions.
JinkoSolar plans listing on Frankfurt Stock Exchange
JinkoSolar has revealed plans to issue global depositary receipts (GDRs) on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange to raise €580 million ($627.6 million).
Apartment battery systems attractive after São Paulo storm blackout
Solar-plus-storage systems are attracting homes and businesses to guarantee energy supply and avoid losses in emergencies. Brazilian solar trade body Absolar estimates battery prices have fallen around 90% over 15 years.
Alight, 3Flash to build 120 MW solar park in Finland
Alight and 3Flash have signed a joint development agreement for a 120 MW solar project in southeastern Finland. Work is expected to begin early next year, with commissioning scheduled for 2027.
Turkey targets 22.6 GW of solar by end of 2025
The Turkish Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources’ 2025 budget proposal sets a target of 22.6 GW of installed solar by the end of next year, up from around 18.8 GW this year. The ministry also plans to increase the share of domestic resources in electricity production, while reducing the share of natural gases.
Philippines may terminate 50-plus solar projects for missing deadlines
The Philippines’ Department of Energy says that at least 105 renewable energy projects, including 53 solar projects, face termination for failing to comply with timelines.
Tajikistan accepting bids to develop 200 MW of solar
Tajikistan’s Ministry of Energy and Water Resources is conducting a tender for the design, construction, financing, operation, and maintenance of a 200 MW solar plant in western Tajikistan. The application deadline is Nov. 12, 2024.
Work begins on 200 MW solar park in Congo
India’s Soleos Energy, in partnership with Melci Holdings, has started building a 200 MW solar park in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The project is set for commissioning by late 2026.
Tunisia launches 200 MW solar tender
Tunisia’s Ministry of Industry, Mines and Energy has kicked off a new procurement exercise for large-scale solar.
TOPCon solar panel prices falling in Germany amid industry struggles
Martin Schachinger, the founder of pvXchange.com, reports that tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) solar module prices in Germany have fallen by an average of €0.010 ($0.0109)/W this month. Demand remains especially weak in the residential sector, while complex authorization processes are also challenging the commercial and industrial (C&I) and ground-mounted segments.
