Bulgaria launches consultation on 1.9 GWh energy storage subsidy
The Bulgarian Ministry of Energy has opened a public consultation for a new round targeting 1.9 GWh of standalone storage capacity, building on the success of its initial RESTORE procurement, which backed nearly 10 GWh of energy storage development.
Suzuki venture starts electrode output in India
Japan’s Toshiba, Denso and Suzuki have launched local lithium battery cell and electrode production in India through their TDSG venture, supplying hybrid and electric vehicles for global markets.
Boviet Solar completes exterior of 3 GW US solar cell plant
Vietnamese manufacturer Boviet Solar has finished exterior construction on a planned 3 GW solar cell plant in North Carolina. The facility is part of a $294 million US production hub.
SolaX presents balcony storage system
Chinese manufacturer SolaX Power has unveiled its Balcony X-MS 2000, a lithium-phosphate battery storage system for residential microgeneration supporting up to 2,400 W of solar input.
Ecuador authorizes 643 MW of distributed energy projects
Ecuador’s Ministry of Environment and Energy has authorized private companies to develop 643 MW of renewable energy projects across the country.
Oman seeks consultant for solar projects
Nama Power and Water Procurement Co. (PWP) is seeking a consultant for solar project development, with tender documents available until Aug. 30 and applications due Sept. 15.
Huaneng switches on 5 MW perovskite solar test facility in China
Huaneng has commissioned a 5 MW perovskite PV demonstration plant in China’s Qinghai province to test performance, durability, and environmental adaptability under high-altitude, high-UV conditions.
Spain’s rooftop PV segment up 11% in Q2
Spain’s rooftop PV installations rose 11% in the second quarter after falling 17% in the first three months of the year, but overall rates remain below 2024 levels, according to Unión Española Fotovoltaica (UNEF).
Solyco unveils 480 W back-contact solar panel
Germany’s Solyco has developed a 480 W back-contact solar module with 23.8% efficiency and a temperature coefficient of -0.26% per degree Celsius.
Micoe showcases residential PV water heaters
The Chinese company said its new PV-driven water heaters are combinable with grid electricity to ensure continuous domestic hot water supply. The new products rely on MPPT controllers and a digital control panel featuring programmable temperature settings and timer functions.
