UK regulator reveals criteria for long-duration storage
Long duration energy storage (LDES) support scheme will have eight-hour minimum. First application round opens to well-established technologies, such as lithium-ion battery technology, with at least 100 MW capacity in April 2025. Flow batteries, compressed air, and liquid air likely to progress in second round, says regulator.
India’s 1.2 GW wind-solar hybrid tender concludes with price of $0.039/kWh
Adani Renewable Energy has secured the largest slice of 600 MW. Other winners include Mahindra Susten (240 MW), Avaada (210 MW) and Sprng Energy (150 MW).
France concludes C&I rooftop PV tender with average price of €0.0982/kWh
The French authorities have concluded a commercial and industrial (C&I) rooftop PV tender with an average price of €0.0982 ($0.1067)/kWh. The government allocated 220 MW of PV capacity in total.
EU approves aid for 1.5 GWh storage rollout in Czechia
The aid will take form of direct grants which will cover up to 50% of the investment cost of supported projects.
China’s power reform could boost solar module demand, prices, says S&P Global
Analysis by S&P Global suggests new power pricing measures in China could bring a rush of new installations in the country during the first half of the year and lead to an increase in solar module prices first domestically, then internationally.
Canada deploys 314 MW of solar in 2024
Canada installed 314 MW of solar in 2024, bringing its cumulative installed PV capacity to more than 5 GW, says the Canadian Renewable Energy Association.
Italy to hold 10 GWh storage auction on September 30, grid company Terna says
The information was confirmed by Francesco Del Pizzo, president for grid development strategies and dispatching at the Terna Group.
Caribbean has potential to unlock solar-to-X economy
The Caribbean stands to benefit from low-cost renewable energy solutions, reducing the energy system cost, mitigating climate risks, and driving a clean energy transition. With solar PV as the cornerstone technology, the region is poised to transition to a solar-to-X Economy, leveraging its abundant renewable resources to achieve carbon neutrality.
Australia accelerates approval for 25 GW of renewables projects
More than 16 GW of solar and wind generation and approximately 6 GW of energy storage projects could benefit from an accelerated environmental approvals process as the Australian government works to deliver critical infrastructure needed to achieve its clean energy targets, including 82% renewable electricity by 2030.
Australia’s first all-female team completes commercial rooftop solar
Sydney-based Smart Commercial Solar (SCS), in collaboration with Australian Women in Solar Energy (AWISE), is delivering the nation’s first commercial rooftop PV project completed entirely by women.
