India’s solar-plus-storage tender sets record low INR 2.86 tariff
India’s Solar Energy Corp. (SECI) 2 GW solar and 4 GWh storage auction reached a record-low INR 2.86 ($0.033)/kWh, with Shivalaya Construction winning the largest 600 MW allocation amid strong competition.
Solar accounted for 70% of new global power capacity in 2024
A new IEEE report shows solar dominated new generation in 2024, with 70% of added global capacity from PV and record installations in China and the United States.
Novar establishes own grid connection for solar park in the Netherlands
The Avermieden grid connection, which allows Novar to act as its own distribution system operator, will soon connect the first phase of a solar project set to become the largest solar park in the Netherlands.
France to double grid tax on pre-2021 solar systems over 100 kW
France’s proposed 2026 budget would double the flat-rate grid tax for solar plants over 100 kW commissioned before 2021, drawing backlash from investors and PV industry groups.
Copper demand to rise 24% by 2035, says Wood Mackenzie
Demand for copper, often considered as one of the most valuable alternatives to silver in solar manufacturing, is expected to increase by almost a quarter globally by the middle of next decade. Wood Mackenzie says the energy transition is one of four ‘disruptors’ that could cause demand to increase further.
Skycorp to acquire 24% of Nanjing Cesun, consolidate shares
China’s Skycorp Solar Group will issue 12 million Class B shares to buy a 24% stake in Nanjing Cesun Power and proceed with a planned share consolidation pending board approval.
S-5! solar metal roof mount cleared for hurricane zones
S-5! has secured Florida Building Code approval for its PVKIT 2.0 solar mounting system, enabling installation on metal roofs in high-velocity hurricane regions.
EcoFlow unveils home battery system with one-week installation time
EcoFlow has introduced the DELTA Pro Ultra X, a modular whole-home battery system designed for fast installation, scalable storage, and smart energy management.
Rooftop solar commands price premium in Australian property markets
Australian homes equipped with solar systems are commanding a price premium with new data showing they are valued at up to $31,350 more than similar properties without PV installations when it comes time to sell.
LevelTen warns of rising PPA prices amid US trade, policy strain
Power purchase agreement (PPA) prices for solar projects in North America rose 4% in the third quarter of 2025, with LevelTen Energy warning that tariffs and policy uncertainty could push costs even higher.
