Chinese suppliers solidify control of Europe’s home battery market
Chinese manufacturers now dominate Europe’s residential storage sector, capturing more than 80% of installations as European companies lose ground amid falling prices and weak policy support.
India coal power may peak by 2030 under clean energy targets
If India meets its 500 GW non-fossil capacity goal, its coal power generation could reach peak levels by 2030, according to the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA).
New model aims to cut risk in early-stage renewable projects
A new white paper proposes a standardized framework to reduce development risk and improve success rates in early-stage renewable energy projects.
Pahal Solar to build 2 GW solar cell and frame plant in India
Pahal Solar says it will produce 2 GW of tunnel-oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) solar cells and 2 GW of aluminum frames at its new facility in Gujarat, India, with full commissioning expected by late 2026.
Off-grid solar kits power more than 10,000 clinics across sub-Saharan Africa
We Care Solar has delivered portable solar kits to thousands of clinics, providing reliable lighting and power for maternal care in regions with unstable electricity.
US Army tests Swift Solar perovskite tech in deployable microgrid
US-made perovskite tandem cells from Swift Solar were used in a US Department of Defense hybrid microgrid as part of a recent cybersecurity demonstration.
Eswatini runs solar-plus-battery minigrid tender
The energy regulatory authority of Eswatini is searching for a project developer to deliver a solar-plus-battery minigrid facility. The deadline for applications is Dec. 3.
Envision launches modular BESS platform based on 750+ Ah cell
Envision’s Gen 8 battery system uses high-capacity cells in a compact 10-foot modular design, offering configurations from 6 MWh to 12 MWh per unit with potential for larger setups.
Algeria proposes reduced customs duty rate on solar panel components
Algeria’s draft finance law for 2026 includes a reduced customs duty rate of 5% on products intended for the manufacture of solar panels, as well as an exemption for electrolyzers required for hydrogen production.
Ampt tech to power solar-plus-storage system for Australian hydrogen plant
Ampt and Hiringa Energy plan to deploy a 27 MW (DC) solar array with 30 MWh battery storage to power green hydrogen and ammonia production for a low-carbon cotton operation in Australia.
