EU updates Photovoltaic Geographical Information System
The EU Joint Research Centre (JRC) has updated the core technologoy of the Photovoltaic Geographical Information System with the aim of reflecting the dominance of crystalline silicon solar technologies over thin-film counterparts in the global energy market.
EU introduces secondary legislation for Net-Zero Industry Act
The European Union has introduced secondary legislation under the Net-Zero Industry Act to support solar manufacturing. Member states must implement the new rules starting in 2026.
Chinese PV Industry Brief: January–April solar installations hit 105 GW
China’s National Energy Administration (NEA) says that China added 45.2 GW of new PV in April and more than 104.9 GW in the first four months of 2025.
Swiss developer breaks ground on 800 MW/1.6 GWh redox flow storage project
Flexbase Group has broken ground on an 800 MW/1.6 GWh redox flow battery project in Laufenburg, Switzerland, in what could become one of Europe’s largest flow storage systems. The multi-use site will integrate utility-scale storage, an AI data center, and district heating.
‘We must build alliances across gender, age, and background’
This week Women in Solar+ Europe gives voice to Judy de Breuil, Business Development & Key Account Manager at Germany’s WeWise Europe. She explains how values such as authenticity and honesty have helped her in her journey in the renewable energy sector and stresses the importance of cooperation in framing leadership and collective succes. “It’s not about creating enemies. It’s about working together,” she states.
Romania opens €310 million investment call for self-consumption installations
The €310 million ($351 million) funding package includes over €268 million ringfenced for solar installations for self-consumption. The deadline for companies to submit applications is August 21.
Utility-scale batteries show exponential growth in Italy
The development of bigger battery energy storage systems (BESS) is booming in Italy, but deployment of residential and commercial and industrial (C&I) equipment fell in 2024.
Angola breaks ground on 35 MW solar project
Billed as the country’s largest privately-owned solar power plant to date, the 35 MW array is expected to begin operating in the first half of next year, with potential to add a further 45 MW during a second development phase.
Hydro-Quebec shares 300 MW solar tender details
Hydro-Quebec has launched a 300 MW solar tender. Interested applicants have until July 21 to register to the tender and will be given until March 31, 2026 to submit their bid.
SolarPower Europe calls for tough cyber rules following Danish import probe
The recent discovery of unexplained components in Danish energy equipment highlights the urgent need for stronger EU solar cybersecurity rules, according to SolarPower Europe.
